Oneida County Disaster Risk
Oneida County, Wisconsin
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
63th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#38
of 72 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
61th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 61% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 27% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 47% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 5% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Oneida County, Wisconsin
Oneida County faces moderate risk
Oneida County's composite risk score of 62.53 is roughly in line with the national average, placing it in the lower-risk category overall. The county's "Relatively Low" rating reflects Wisconsin's generally safer natural disaster environment.
Close to Wisconsin's average risk
Oneida County's score of 62.53 ranks it slightly above Wisconsin's state average of 59.08, placing it in the mid-lower range of state counties. This positioning reflects moderate but not severe exposure to natural hazards.
Low risk compared to regional peers
Oneida County's score of 62.53 is substantially lower than Outagamie County (79.68) but comparable to Oconto County (61.45). The county's relatively modest tornado and flood scores reflect its location in northern Wisconsin's more stable terrain.
Floods lead tornado and wildfire risks
Flood risk scores 61.10 in Oneida County, while tornado risk reaches 46.72 and wildfire risk is 27.19. The county's low earthquake risk of 5.25 and zero hurricane exposure reflect Wisconsin's remote location from seismic zones and tropical storm paths.
Standard homeowners insurance plus evaluation
Oneida County residents should maintain standard homeowners insurance and consider flood coverage if they live near waterways, given the 61.10 flood risk. The moderate tornado risk of 46.72 is manageable with a safe room plan and weather alert system.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Oneida County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Oneida County
Risk Verdict
Oneida County ranks at the 63th 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 Oneida County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 61th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 47th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (27th percentile), earthquake (5th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Oneida County sits at the 61th 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. Secondary tornado exposure at the 47th percentile adds a second preparedness layer; households should review coverage options and alert sign-up for both hazard types. Regardless of specific hazard, Oneida 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
The county's composite score diverges by only 3.4 points from the Wisconsin average, making Oneida County's hazard profile broadly typical for this part of the state.
Is your household prepared for Oneida 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.