Park County Disaster Risk
Park County, Wyoming
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
58th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#6
of 23 (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
Moderate
Higher than 83% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 26% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 78% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Park County, Wyoming
Park County above national disaster risk
Park County's composite risk score of 57.73 exceeds the national average, earning a Relatively Low rating but indicating elevated hazard exposure. The county faces roughly 70% more disaster risk than the safest U.S. counties.
Mid-to-high risk for Wyoming
Park County ranks third in Wyoming's composite risk with a score of 57.73, significantly above the state average of 37.86. The county's elevation reflects dangerous earthquake (78.18) and wildfire (82.73) exposure.
Riskier than Hot Springs and Johnson
Park County's 57.73 score exceeds nearby Hot Springs (16.09) and Johnson (19.31) counties but remains safer than Natrona (68.86) and Laramie (76.69). Its earthquake exposure (78.18) is notably higher than most neighboring counties.
Earthquakes and wildfires drive risk
Earthquake risk reaches 78.18 in Park County, reflecting the county's location in seismically active northwest Wyoming, while wildfire exposure climbs to 82.73. Flood risk (60.78) also warrants attention, particularly in drainage areas near rivers and streams.
Earthquake and wildfire insurance essential
Park County residents should immediately secure earthquake insurance—standard policies exclude seismic damage, and the county's 78.18 score demands protection. Add wildfire and flood coverage to create a comprehensive safety net against the county's overlapping hazards.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Park County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Park County
Risk Verdict
With a national percentile rank of 58th, Park County faces below-average hazard exposure relative to U.S. counties as a whole. Above-average risk does not mean imminent danger; it signals that informed, hazard-specific preparedness has high value here.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Park County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 83th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 78th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (61th percentile), tornado (26th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 83th percentile nationally for wildfire risk, Park County households benefit from creating defensible space — a buffer of reduced vegetation around structures — and reviewing whether homeowners insurance covers wildfire damage in this region. The county's earthquake exposure at the 78th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. Enrolling in the county's wireless emergency alert system and keeping a vehicle at least half-full during peak fire season are low-cost habits that dramatically reduce evacuation lag time for Park County residents.
Regional Context
At 19.9 points above the Wyoming state average, Park County carries meaningfully higher natural disaster exposure than a typical Wyoming county.
Is your household prepared for Park 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.