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FEMA NRI 1.19.0Updated Nov 2023 · Coverage 2014–2023Methodology

Prince George County Disaster Risk

Prince George County, Virginia

FEMA Risk Rating

Very Low

National Percentile

14th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#95

of 133 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

40th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Very Low

Higher than 40% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Very Low

Higher than 24% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Very Low

Higher than 28% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 52% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 70% of US counties

Risk Overview

About Natural Disaster Risk in Prince George County, Virginia

Prince George ranks among America's lowest-risk areas

With a composite risk score of just 13.9, Prince George is very low risk and far below the national average. The county's geography and population distribution create particularly favorable conditions for natural disaster avoidance.

Virginia's safest county for disaster risk

Prince George's score of 13.9 is dramatically lower than Virginia's state average of 33.3, making it one of the commonwealth's most resilient jurisdictions. The county's inland rural character provides substantial protection from most major hazard types.

Dramatically safer than surrounding counties

Prince George (13.9) significantly outperforms neighboring Prince William County (83.2), Prince Edward County (32.4), and even Powhatan County (21.1). This exceptional low-risk status reflects the county's distance from urban flood zones and coastal systems.

Flood and hurricane present minor concerns

Prince George's most notable hazard is flood risk at 40.0, which remains well below state averages. Tornado risk of 28.0 and hurricane risk of 70.0 are present but pose minimal practical threat to most residents.

Standard homeowners insurance suffices for protection

Prince George residents can confidently rely on basic homeowners insurance coverage for everyday risks. Because disaster exposure remains exceptionally low, most property owners won't need supplemental riders or specialized policies.

Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Preparedness Guide

What to Prepare for in Prince George County

Top Hazards by Exposure

  1. #1
    HurricanePrepare
    70th percentile
  2. #2
    EarthquakePrepare
    52th percentile
  3. #3
    FloodPrepare
    40th percentile

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)

Local Resources

Risk Advisory: Prince George County

Risk Verdict

Prince George County's natural disaster risk is among the lowest in the country, with a composite score at the 14th percentile nationally. At the 14th percentile nationally, Prince George County's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.

Hazard Breakdown

Hurricane risk is Prince George County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 70th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 52th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (40th percentile), tornado (28th percentile), wildfire (24th percentile).

Preparedness Context

Hurricane risk is Prince George County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 70th percentile nationally. The most time-sensitive preparedness step is knowing the county's evacuation zone for your address — zone maps are published by the county emergency management office. Earthquake at the 52th percentile nationally is Prince George County's secondary hazard, often intensified by the same weather systems that produce hurricane conditions. Prince George County's county emergency management office publishes official evacuation zone maps with zone-specific shelter locations; downloading this map and identifying your zone assignment is the single highest-value pre-season step.

Regional Context

The Virginia county average exceeds Prince George County's score by 19.4 composite points — placing this county in the lower-risk tier relative to its in-state peers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Prince George County, VA?
Prince George County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Very Low, placing it in the 14th 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 Prince George County?
Prince George County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (70th percentile), earthquake (52th percentile), flooding (40th percentile), tornado (28th percentile), wildfire (24th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 70th 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 Prince George County risk compare to the Virginia average?
Prince George County's composite risk percentile is 14th, compared to the Virginia state average of 33th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Very Low. This means Prince George County faces lower natural disaster risk than the typical county in Virginia.
Is Prince George County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Prince George County's hurricane risk is at the 70th percentile nationally. This is above the national median. For flooding specifically, Prince George County is at the 40th 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 Prince George County a safe place to live?
Prince George County's composite risk score of 14th percentile is below the Virginia state average of 33th percentile, indicating relatively lower exposure to natural hazards. However, no county is completely risk-free. The primary hazard type is hurricane at the 70th percentile. Residents should still maintain emergency preparedness plans and appropriate insurance coverage.

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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, 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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