Lincoln County Disaster Risk
Lincoln County, Wisconsin
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
53th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#45
of 72 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
56th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 56% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 30% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 44% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 4% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Lincoln County, Wisconsin
Lincoln County faces relatively low risk
Lincoln County's composite risk score of 52.64 sits below Wisconsin's state average of 59.08, earning a "Relatively Low" rating for national disaster exposure. The score reflects moderate hazard exposure without extreme concentrations.
Below-average risk across Wisconsin
At 52.64, Lincoln County scores meaningfully lower than the state average of 59.08, ranking it in the safer half of Wisconsin's 72 counties. This reflects the county's relatively modest exposure to most major hazard types.
Safer than nearby Marathon County
Lincoln County's 52.64 score compares favorably to Marathon County (87.15), its largest neighbor, though it ranks slightly higher than Langlade County (49.55). The county occupies a moderate position within its regional hazard landscape.
Flooding is Lincoln's primary threat
Flood risk dominates Lincoln County's profile at 56.20—the single largest hazard exposure in the county. Tornado risk (44.02) and wildfire risk (29.61) follow as secondary concerns, while earthquake and hurricane risks remain minimal.
Flood insurance should be priority one
Lincoln County residents face notable flood risk and should evaluate whether flood insurance makes sense for their property location and home value. Complementing this with standard homeowners coverage for wind and hail creates a well-rounded protection strategy.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Lincoln County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Lincoln County
Risk Verdict
Lincoln County has a below-average natural disaster risk profile, scoring at the 53th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Households in Lincoln County benefit from knowing which individual hazard types — flood, wildfire, tornado, or hurricane — are the primary contributors.
Hazard Breakdown
Flood risk is Lincoln County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 56th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 44th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (30th percentile), earthquake (4th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Lincoln County's top natural hazard is flood risk, ranked at the 56th percentile nationally. Homeowners here should confirm whether they are in a FEMA-designated flood zone and check if standard homeowners insurance covers flood damage — it typically does not. The county's second-ranked hazard, tornado at the 44th percentile nationally, means Lincoln County residents face compounding risks from multiple natural hazard types during peak seasons. For most Lincoln County households, the highest-return preparedness step is storing critical documents in digital cloud backup combined with a pre-designated family meeting point if communication is disrupted.
Regional Context
The Wisconsin county average exceeds Lincoln County's score by 6.4 composite points — placing this county in the lower-risk tier relative to its in-state peers.
Is your household prepared for Lincoln 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.