Kane County Disaster Risk
Kane County, Utah
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
40th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#11
of 29 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
56th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 56% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 88% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 2% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 38% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Kane County, Utah
Kane County's risk slightly above national average
Kane County scores 39.66 on the composite risk scale, earning a Very Low rating and placing it just above Utah's state average of 36.19. This southern Utah county sits in the moderate range of national disaster exposure.
Mid-tier risk among Utah's 29 counties
Kane County ranks in the middle of Utah's counties for composite disaster risk, with several counties above it (notably Iron at 61.42) and more below it. Its position reflects moderate but not exceptional hazard exposure.
Similar to Garfield, lower than Iron County
Kane's 39.66 score closely parallels Garfield County (37.63) to the north and significantly exceeds Grand (10.27) to the northeast. Iron County's 61.42 makes it notably riskier than Kane, highlighting geographic variation in the southwestern region.
Wildfires and floods pose primary threats
Wildfire risk scores 88.04, making brush fires Kane County's most significant natural hazard, while flood risk registers 56.42—well above state average. Earthquake risk (37.95) presents a secondary concern in this arid southern region.
Secure wildfire and flood protections
Kane County residents face dual exposure to wildfires and flooding, with standard homeowners insurance covering only flood-related damage through separate NFIP policies. Prioritize comprehensive wildfire insurance and maintain adequate flood coverage, particularly in flood-prone canyon and stream areas.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Kane County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Kane County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, Kane County ranks at the 40th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. A 40th percentile score positions Kane County among the nation's lower-risk counties, a genuinely favorable outcome — one that simple, low-cost preparedness habits can reinforce further.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Kane County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 88th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 56th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (38th percentile), tornado (2th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Kane County sits at the 88th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for Kane County's county emergency alert system and knowing the pre-planned evacuation route before conditions deteriorate are the two highest-value preparedness actions for residents here. A secondary flood exposure at the 56th percentile nationally means Kane County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. In Kane County, wildfire smoke often precedes the flame front by hours or days; households benefit from tracking EPA's AirNow.gov and having HEPA air filtration available as a first line of indoor protection when air quality alerts are issued.
Regional Context
Kane County sits within 3.5 composite points of the Utah state average, suggesting the county's hazard exposure is representative of the broader regional pattern.
Is your household prepared for Kane County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
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Data Source
Risk data sourced from the FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Risk scores are relative rankings (0–100) across all US counties — not absolute risk measures. Higher scores indicate higher relative risk compared to other counties.
Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not financial, insurance, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making insurance or real estate decisions.