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FEMA National Risk Index

Windham County Disaster Risk

Windham County, Vermont

FEMA Risk Rating

Relatively Low

National Percentile

57th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#3

of 14 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

71th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 71% 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 40% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 50% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 75% of US counties

Risk Advisory: Windham County

Risk Verdict

Windham County shows a relatively low overall disaster risk profile, scoring in the 57th percentile nationally. The county faces moderate hazard exposure relative to other U.S. counties. Standard emergency preparedness is recommended, with attention to the specific hazards that dominate locally.

Hazard Breakdown

Hurricane risk is the dominant hazard for Windham County, scoring in the 75th percentile nationally. It is followed by flood risk at the 71th percentile. Additional hazards include earthquake (50th), tornado (40th), wildfire (21th).

Preparedness Context

With hurricane risk as the top concern, Windham 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 flood 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

Windham County is significantly riskier than the average county in Vermont. Its composite risk score is 20.5 points higher than the state average, meaning residents face above-average exposure to natural hazards compared to their neighbors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Windham County, VT?
Windham County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Relatively Low, placing it in the 57th 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 Windham County?
Windham County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (75th percentile), flooding (71th percentile), earthquake (50th percentile), tornado (40th percentile), wildfire (21th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 75th 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 Windham County risk compare to the Vermont average?
Windham County's composite risk percentile is 57th, compared to the Vermont state average of 36th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Very Low. This means Windham County faces higher natural disaster risk than the typical county in Vermont.
Is Windham County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Windham County's hurricane risk is at the 75th percentile nationally. This is above the national median. For flooding specifically, Windham County is at the 71th 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.
Why is Windham County higher risk than average?
Windham County's composite risk score of 57th percentile is above the Vermont state average of 36th percentile. This elevated risk is driven by hurricane exposure (75th percentile), along with flooding risk. Geographic location, terrain, climate patterns, and proximity to flood zones or fault lines all influence a county's risk profile.

Counties with Similar Risk

Bennington County

Vermont

-4.6

Relatively Low

52th percentile

Windsor County

Vermont

+4.6

Relatively Low

62th percentile

Washington County

Vermont

-4.7

Relatively Low

52th 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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