Natural Disaster Risk in Saint Martinville
Louisiana
Risk Summary for Saint Martinville
Saint Martinville scores 6.6/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Coastal Flooding.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Above-average risk — check your policy limits
Standard homeowners insurance may not fully cover all hazards rated highly in this area. Verify that your policy includes adequate coverage for the top local hazards, and ask your insurer about specific endorsements or separate policies (e.g., flood, earthquake).
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Saint Martinville, Louisiana
Saint Martinville, in St. Martin County, is a city of approximately 19,209 residents situated in the Deep South. Its humid subtropical climate brings very hot summers, mild winters, and exceptionally high humidity, and in particular a lengthy hurricane and tropical storm season. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Saint Martinville residents and property owners must navigate.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Saint Martinville carries an overall risk score of 6.6/10, placing it in the high category. Coastal flooding is the dominant hazard, with storm surge from tropical systems and nor'easters capable of inundating low-lying shoreline areas well above normal tidal levels. The area also faces notable exposure to hurricane and drought.
Within Louisiana, Saint Martinville's risk is, slightly above the 6.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of St. Martin County identifies coastal flood as the foremost hazard, followed by hurricane and drought. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
Saint Martinville's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.
What this means for Saint Martinville: Coastal Flooding preparedness
- Elevate utilities and consider flood-resistant construction in low-lying shoreline areas.
- Coastal flood and storm-surge damage requires separate flood insurance, not standard homeowners coverage.
- Know your evacuation zone and monitor tidal and surge forecasts during coastal storms.
Local Factors for Saint Martinville
These city-level factors differentiate Saint Martinville from other communities in St. Martin County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
19,209
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Gulf Coast
Hurricane, surge & flood risk
Climate Band
Warm Subtropical
Latitude 30.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 3.4/10
Coordinates
30.1596° N, 91.7854° W
St. Martin County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. City scores inherit county-level FEMA data. For informational purposes only.