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FEMA National Risk Index

Addison County Disaster Risk

Addison County, Vermont

FEMA Risk Rating

Very Low

National Percentile

27th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#10

of 14 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

48th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 48% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Very Low

Higher than 21% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Very Low

Higher than 20% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 56% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 67% of US counties

Risk Advisory: Addison County

Risk Verdict

Addison County has a very low overall disaster risk profile, scoring in the 27th percentile nationally. This county is among the safer counties in the United States from a natural disaster perspective, though no area is entirely risk-free.

Hazard Breakdown

Hurricane risk is the dominant hazard for Addison County, scoring in the 67th percentile nationally. It is followed by earthquake risk at the 56th percentile. Additional hazards include flood (48th), wildfire (21th), tornado (20th).

Preparedness Context

With hurricane risk as the top concern, Addison County residents should know your evacuation route, stockpile supplies for at least 72 hours, and review your homeowners and flood insurance policies annually. Secondary risks such as earthquake also warrant attention in household and community preparedness planning. FEMA recommends all households maintain at least 72 hours of food, water, and medication supplies regardless of specific hazard exposure.

Regional Context

Addison County is notably safer than the average county in Vermont. Its composite risk score is 9.7 points lower than the state average, indicating below-average exposure to natural hazards relative to other counties in the state.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Addison County, VT?
Addison County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Very Low, placing it in the 27th percentile nationally out of 3,144 counties. This composite score reflects the county's overall exposure to natural hazards including floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, weighted by expected annual loss and social vulnerability.
What types of natural hazards affect Addison County?
Addison County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (67th percentile), earthquake (56th percentile), flooding (48th percentile), wildfire (21th percentile), tornado (20th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 67th percentile nationally. These scores are derived from FEMA's National Risk Index, which analyzes expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience for each hazard type.
How does Addison County risk compare to the Vermont average?
Addison County's composite risk percentile is 27th, compared to the Vermont state average of 36th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Very Low. This means Addison County faces lower natural disaster risk than the typical county in Vermont.
Is Addison County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Addison County's hurricane risk is at the 67th percentile nationally. This is above the national median. For flooding specifically, Addison County is at the 48th percentile.
How is natural disaster risk measured?
FEMA's National Risk Index (NRI) calculates risk scores for 18 natural hazard types across all U.S. counties and census tracts. The composite score combines Expected Annual Loss (estimated dollar losses from each hazard), Social Vulnerability (demographic factors affecting disaster impact), and Community Resilience (ability to recover). Percentile scores rank each county against all 3,144 U.S. counties, and risk ratings range from Very Low to Very High.
Is Addison County a safe place to live?
Addison County's composite risk score of 27th percentile is below the Vermont state average of 36th percentile, indicating relatively lower exposure to natural hazards. However, no county is completely risk-free. The primary hazard type is hurricane at the 67th percentile. Residents should still maintain emergency preparedness plans and appropriate insurance coverage.

Counties with Similar Risk

Orange County

Vermont

-0.3

Very Low

26th percentile

Franklin County

Vermont

+2.4

Very Low

29th percentile

Caledonia County

Vermont

+3.4

Very Low

30th percentile

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.

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