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Natural Disaster Risk in North Carrollton

Mississippi

5.7out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for North Carrollton

North Carrollton scores 5.7/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Strong Wind.

Top Hazards

Strong Wind Landslide Drought

All 18 Hazard Scores

Strong Wind
8.5
Landslide
7.7
Hurricane
7.2
Drought
7.2
Hail
6.9
Earthquake
6.6
Extreme Heat
5.8
Wildfire
5.4
Tornado
5.4
Tsunami
5.4
Ice Storm
5.2
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Cold Wave
4.9
Lightning
4.7
Avalanche
4.5
Winter Weather
1.6
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

North Carrollton
5.7
Mississippi avg.
6.1
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” 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: North Carrollton, Mississippi

North Carrollton is a small unincorporated community in Carroll County, in the interior eastern United States. The area experiences very hot, humid summers and mild winters, with overlapping tornado and hurricane seasons shaping the pattern of natural hazards that residents encounter. Understanding the local risk profile is essential for anyone living in, moving to, or owning property in North Carrollton.

FEMA rates North Carrollton's composite natural disaster risk at 5.7 out of 10 β€” moderate risk. Strong wind is the primary natural hazard, with the area exposed to downburst winds from convective storms that can exceed 80 mph and cause hurricane-level localized damage. Residents should also account for landslide and drought risk in their preparedness planning.

North Carrollton's risk score, near 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 Carroll County, the highest-scoring are wind, landslide, and drought. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

North Carrollton's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that wind exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.

What this means for North Carrollton: Strong Wind preparedness

  • Inspect and reinforce roofing, siding, and garage doors, which are common failure points in high winds.
  • Secure or store outdoor furniture and loose objects that can become projectiles.
  • Confirm your policy covers wind damage and keep an inventory of property for claims.

Local Factors for North Carrollton

These city-level factors differentiate North Carrollton from other communities in Carroll County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

42

Rural

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Mild Temperate

Latitude 33.5Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Moderate β€” seasonal fire risk

Fire score: 5.4/10

Coordinates

33.5172Β° N, 89.9213Β° W

Carroll County

Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.

Recent Climate Data for North Carrollton

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ZIP Codes in North Carrollton

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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.