Natural Disaster Risk in Moss Point

Natural Hazard Profile: Moss Point, Mississippi

Located in the Deep South in Jackson County, Moss Point is a city of approximately 16,677 residents. The humid subtropical climate that characterizes this part of Mississippi — marked by very hot, humid summers and mild winters — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Moss Point a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Moss Point's composite natural disaster risk at 7.2 out of 10 — high risk. Hurricane and tropical storm exposure tops the local risk profile, with the community vulnerable to storm surge, high sustained winds, and flooding rainfall during the June–November season. Residents should also account for coastal flood and lightning risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Moss Point's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 6.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hurricane and coastal flood, as measured by FEMA across Jackson County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

Moss Point'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.