Price County Disaster Risk
Price County, Wisconsin
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
32th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#64
of 72 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
39th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 39% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 14% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 34% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 2% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Price County, Wisconsin
Price County among nation's safest
With a composite risk score of just 32.32 and a Very Low rating, Price County ranks among the safest counties nationally for natural disaster exposure. This low-risk profile gives residents a significant advantage in terms of both disaster frequency and severity.
Wisconsin's least risky county
Price County's 32.32 score falls far below Wisconsin's 59.08 state average, making it the safest county in the state by this measure. Its position in northern Wisconsin contributes to lower exposure to tornadoes, earthquakes, and storms compared to the state's southern regions.
Safest among surrounding counties
Price County's very low risk of 32.32 significantly outpaces all nearby counties, including Rusk County (37.28) and Portage County (62.72). This makes Price County an exceptional refuge from natural disasters within its region.
Minimal but monitor flood risk
Price County's greatest hazard is modest flood risk at 38.68, with tornado (34.32) and wildfire (13.71) risks remaining very low. Even the county's highest-risk hazard ranks well below state and national averages, reflecting genuinely limited disaster exposure.
Standard insurance suffices here
Price County's low-risk profile means standard homeowners insurance typically provides adequate protection for most residents. Still, maintain basic emergency supplies and stay informed about severe weather—complacency, not risk, is the real danger in safe areas.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Price County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Price County
Risk Verdict
At the 32th percentile nationally, Price County experiences relatively limited natural hazard pressure compared to most of the country. Price County's 32th percentile ranking is favorable, though every county carries at least one natural hazard worth knowing — reviewing the specific risks listed above helps households focus their preparedness where it matters most.
Hazard Breakdown
Flood risk is Price County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 39th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 34th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (14th percentile), earthquake (2th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Price County sits at the 39th 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 34th percentile nationally, means Price County residents face compounding risks from multiple natural hazard types during peak seasons. Regardless of specific hazard, Price 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 26.8 points below the Wisconsin state average puts Price County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Price 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.