Natural Disaster Risk in Clarke County
Mississippi
Risk Summary for Clarke County
Clarke County scores 5.6/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Hurricane.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Clarke County, Mississippi
Clarke County is located in the United States in Mississippi, home to roughly 15,570 residents. The county experiences very hot, humid summers and mild winters, with overlapping tornado and hurricane seasons shaping the natural hazards faced by its communities. FEMA assesses risk at this county level, providing the baseline for every city and ZIP code within its boundaries.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Clarke County carries an overall risk score of 5.6/10, placing it in the moderate category. Hurricane risk defines the natural hazard environment here, requiring residents to maintain seasonal preparedness plans and insurance coverage for wind and flood damage. The area also faces notable exposure to lightning and tornado.
Clarke County's risk score, slightly below the 6.1/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Clarke County, the highest-scoring are hurricane, lightning, and tornado. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
With a moderate risk rating, Clarke County residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for hurricane is recommended.
What this means for Clarke County: Hurricane preparedness
- Wind damage is usually covered by homeowners insurance, but storm-surge flooding requires separate flood coverage.
- Know your evacuation zone and route before hurricane season begins each June.
- Keep at least a week of supplies on hand; power and water service can be disrupted for days after landfall.
Cities in Clarke County
ZIP codes in Clarke County
Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. For informational purposes only.