Menominee County Disaster Risk
Menominee County, Wisconsin
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
9th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#71
of 72 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
7th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 7% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 3% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 21% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 1% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Menominee County, Wisconsin
Menominee County is exceptionally safe
Menominee County's composite risk score of just 9.13 represents the lowest exposure in this Wisconsin county group and well below the national average. With a "Very Low" rating, the county faces minimal threat from most natural disaster hazards.
Wisconsin's safest natural disaster zone
At 9.13, Menominee County ranks as one of Wisconsin's lowest-risk counties, dramatically below the state average of 59.08. The county stands apart statewide for its exceptional natural disaster resilience.
Far safer than all surrounding counties
Menominee County's 9.13 score vastly outperforms all neighboring regions, including Marinette County (80.03) and Shawano County. This exceptional safety profile reflects the county's minimal exposure across virtually all hazard categories.
Tornado risk stands above others
Tornado risk of 21.47 represents Menominee County's only noteworthy hazard exposure, though even this ranks modestly compared to statewide tornado risk. Flood risk (7.41), wildfire risk (3.09), earthquake risk (1.21), and hurricane risk (0.00) are all minimal.
Basic coverage meets your needs
Menominee County residents benefit from exceptionally low disaster risk, making standard homeowners insurance with routine wind coverage adequate protection. The county's minimal hazard exposure means residents can focus insurance spending on coverage depth rather than specialized add-ons.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Menominee County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Menominee County
Risk Verdict
At the 9th percentile nationally, Menominee County experiences relatively limited natural hazard pressure compared to most of the country. Menominee County's 9th percentile ranking in FEMA's National Risk Index reflects a relatively safe hazard environment; the specific hazard scores above identify which risks warrant the most household attention.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Menominee County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 21th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 7th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (3th percentile), earthquake (1th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Menominee County ranks at the 21th percentile nationally for tornado exposure. Unlike many slow-onset hazards, tornadoes in Menominee County can reach full intensity in minutes; a pre-practiced household shelter plan matters far more than stockpiled supplies. Menominee County's flood exposure at the 7th percentile nationally means that a household emergency plan covering only tornado response would miss a second significant hazard category. Menominee County county emergency management typically publishes annual severe-weather preparedness guides tailored to local tornado patterns; households benefit from reviewing these before storm season begins each spring.
Regional Context
A composite score 50.0 points below the Wisconsin state average puts Menominee County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Menominee 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.