Natural Disaster Risk in Glen Burnie
Maryland
Risk Summary for Glen Burnie
Glen Burnie scores 7.7/10 (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: Glen Burnie, Maryland
Located along the mid-Atlantic coast in Anne Arundel County, Glen Burnie is a city of 57,230 residents. The humid subtropical climate that characterizes this part of Maryland — marked by warm summers, mild winters, and coastal storm exposure — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Glen Burnie a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.
Glen Burnie's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.7/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Coastal flood risk defines the local natural hazard environment, with sea-level rise trends gradually increasing the frequency of tidal flooding events alongside storm surge threats. Secondary hazards include winter and lightning.
Relative to other U.S. communities, Glen Burnie's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 6.5/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by coastal flood and winter, as measured by FEMA across Anne Arundel County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
Glen Burnie'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 Glen Burnie: Coastal Flooding preparedness
- Know your evacuation zone and monitor tidal and surge forecasts during coastal storms.
- 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.
Local Factors for Glen Burnie
These city-level factors differentiate Glen Burnie from other communities in Anne Arundel County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
57,230
UrbanGeographic Zone
Atlantic Coast
Hurricane, nor'easter & coastal flood risk
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 39.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 4.4/10
Coordinates
39.1612° N, 76.6323° W
Anne Arundel 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.