Door County Disaster Risk
Door County, Wisconsin
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
47th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#54
of 72 (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 40% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 48% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 13% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Door County, Wisconsin
Door's risk slightly below state norm
Door County scores 46.88, earning a Relatively Low rating and sitting slightly below Wisconsin's state average of 59.08. This places Door among the safer U.S. counties for natural disaster exposure overall.
Among Wisconsin's safest counties
Door County ranks as one of Wisconsin's lowest-risk counties for natural disasters, with a composite score of 46.88 that positions it in the bottom tier of statewide vulnerability. Only a handful of Wisconsin counties enjoy lower overall disaster risk.
Comparable to Crawford, safer than most
Door County (46.88) faces nearly identical risk to Crawford County (46.22), making both among Wisconsin's safest areas. Both dramatically exceed Columbia County (81.42) and significantly trail Dane County (93.86) in vulnerability.
Wildfire and flooding are modest concerns
Door's wildfire risk reaches 39.89 and flood risk stands at 52.07, making these the county's primary but still moderate natural hazards. Tornado risk (47.55) ranks as secondary, while earthquake (12.75) and hurricane (0.00) threats remain minimal.
Standard insurance typically sufficient
Door County residents can generally rely on standard homeowners insurance for baseline protection against the county's modest hazard exposure. Adding a flood policy rider remains prudent given flood risk at 52, as standard policies exclude water damage.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Door County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Door County
Risk Verdict
Door County ranks at the 47th percentile nationally for natural disaster risk — below the median for U.S. counties. At the 47th percentile nationally, Door County's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.
Hazard Breakdown
Flood risk is Door County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 52th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 48th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (40th percentile), earthquake (13th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Door County sits at the 52th percentile nationally for flood exposure. Knowing your property's flood zone designation — available at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center — is the first step toward understanding actual exposure and insurance options. Alongside flooding, tornado exposure at the 48th percentile means households benefit from a multi-hazard preparedness plan rather than focusing on flood alone. Regardless of specific hazard, Door County households benefit from a practiced communication plan: a designated out-of-state contact and a pre-agreed evacuation destination established before the season's peak risk period.
Regional Context
A composite score 12.2 points below the Wisconsin state average puts Door County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Door 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.