King and Queen County Disaster Risk
King and Queen County, Virginia
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
16th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#92
of 133 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
52th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 52% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 18% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 19% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 34% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 68% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in King and Queen County, Virginia
King and Queen: Well Below National Risk
With a composite risk score of 16.19 and a Very Low rating, King and Queen County sits comfortably below the national disaster risk average. This means your county faces significantly fewer natural hazard threats than most American counties.
Middle of the Pack in Virginia
King and Queen's score of 16.19 places it well below Virginia's state average of 33.27, indicating lower exposure than many neighboring Virginia counties. Your county is one of the safer regions in the state for natural disaster risk.
Lower Risk Than Most Neighbors
Compared to adjacent counties like Lancaster (32.28) and Louisa (32.19), King and Queen carries notably less risk. Your county's 16.19 score reflects safer conditions than these nearby regions.
Hurricane and Flood Risk Lead
King and Queen faces its highest hazard exposure from hurricanes (68.42) and flooding (51.60), both elevated for the county despite its overall low composite risk. Earthquake risk registers at 34.35, while tornadoes and wildfires remain minimal threats at 19.12 and 17.56 respectively.
Prioritize Hurricane and Flood Coverage
Given your county's elevated hurricane and flood exposure, ensure your homeowners insurance includes flood coverage—standard policies don't. Review your hurricane preparedness and consider coverage limits that reflect the value of your property in an extreme weather event.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in King and Queen County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: King and Queen County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, King and Queen County ranks at the 16th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. At the 16th percentile, King and Queen County's risk profile is among the more manageable in the country — the hazard-specific breakdown above shows where any remaining preparedness focus is best directed.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is King and Queen County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 68th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 52th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (34th percentile), tornado (19th percentile), wildfire (18th percentile).
Preparedness Context
With hurricane ranked at the 68th percentile nationally, King and Queen County sits in a zone where multi-day supply readiness matters: grid outages after landfalling storms can last one to three weeks in heavily affected areas. King and Queen County's flood exposure at the 52th percentile nationally adds a hazard layer that can persist or intensify after hurricane-force winds have passed, particularly in low-lying inland areas. Insurance gaps are the most common post-hurricane financial shock: standard homeowners policies typically exclude flood damage and may have a separate wind deductible. King and Queen County households benefit from a pre-season insurance review confirming both wind and flood coverage.
Regional Context
At 17.1 points below the Virginia state average, King and Queen County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for King and Queen 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.