Juneau County Disaster Risk
Juneau County, Wisconsin
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
71th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#24
of 72 (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
Relatively Low
Higher than 47% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 65% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 20% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 9% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Juneau County, Wisconsin
Juneau County: Above-Average Natural Disaster Risk
Juneau County scores 70.80 on the composite risk index, earning a Relatively Low rating but exceeding typical U.S. county risk levels. Residents face elevated exposure to natural disasters compared to most American counties.
High-Risk County Within Wisconsin
Juneau County's score of 70.80 exceeds Wisconsin's state average of 59.08 by about 20%, placing it among the state's riskier counties. The county's natural disaster exposure is substantially above the Wisconsin norm.
Moderate Risk Within South-Central Region
Juneau County (70.80) sits between Jackson County's lower risk (48.06) and Jefferson County's higher exposure (75.80). The county faces more hazard exposure than Iowa County but slightly less than its eastern neighbors.
Flooding and Tornadoes Define Juneau Risk
Juneau County's flood risk stands at 70.71 and tornado risk at 65.30, creating the county's primary hazards. Wildfire risk (46.53) poses a secondary concern, while earthquake and hurricane risks remain moderate.
Invest in Flood and Storm Insurance
Juneau County residents must obtain separate flood insurance, as standard homeowners policies exclude this coverage. Develop a documented tornado safety plan and ensure your homeowners policy includes strong wind and hail protection.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Juneau County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Juneau County
Risk Verdict
Juneau County ranks at the 71th percentile nationally for natural disaster risk — below the median for U.S. counties. Residents are encouraged to understand which hazards dominate locally and tailor their preparedness accordingly.
Hazard Breakdown
Flood risk is Juneau County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 71th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 65th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (47th percentile), earthquake (20th percentile), hurricane (9th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Juneau County sits at the 71th 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. The county's second-ranked hazard, tornado at the 65th percentile nationally, means Juneau County residents face compounding risks from multiple natural hazard types during peak seasons. Regardless of specific hazard, Juneau 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
Compared to other Wisconsin counties, Juneau County runs 11.7 composite risk points higher than the state mean — reflecting above-average hazard concentration in this area.
Is your household prepared for Juneau County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.