Asotin County Disaster Risk
Asotin County, Washington
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
18th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#37
of 39 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
39th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 39% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 89% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 7% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 33% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Asotin County, Washington
Asotin County ranks among safest nationally
Asotin County's composite risk score of 17.91 places it in the very low risk category, significantly outperforming the national average. This county faces minimal natural disaster exposure compared to most American communities.
Washington's lowest-risk county
Asotin County's score of 17.91 ranks it as the safest county in Washington relative to the state average of 70.01. The county benefits from geographic and climatic factors that shield it from most major natural hazards.
Exceptionally safe compared to neighbors
Asotin County (17.91) faces substantially lower risk than neighboring Columbia County (8.56) and Adams County (23.22), though it's the state's safest overall. The county's remote northeast location provides natural protection from the earthquake and flood hazards that impact western Washington.
Wildfire dominates Asotin's hazard profile
Wildfire risk reaches 89.38 in Asotin County, representing the clear dominant threat despite the county's overall very low composite score. Flood risk (38.52) and earthquake risk (32.73) remain secondary concerns, with tornado risk minimal at 6.87.
Wildfire insurance essential for homeowners
Asotin County residents should prioritize wildfire coverage despite the county's generally low risk profile. Adding a wildfire endorsement to your homeowners policy provides critical protection for your home against the county's primary natural hazard threat.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Asotin County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Asotin County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Asotin County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 18th percentile. Residents of Asotin County can use the 18th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Asotin County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 89th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 39th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (33th percentile), tornado (7th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 89th percentile nationally for wildfire, Asotin County residents should verify whether their insurance policy includes replacement cost coverage for structures and whether the insurer still writes new policies in this fire-risk zone. A secondary flood exposure at the 39th percentile nationally means Asotin County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. Local USFS or Cal Fire (where applicable) fire risk maps and seasonal Red Flag Warning alerts from the National Weather Service are two free resources Asotin County residents can use to stay ahead of rapidly changing wildfire conditions.
Regional Context
Asotin County is 52.1 composite risk points below the Washington state mean, meaning most other Washington counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Asotin 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.