Natural Disaster Risk in Otero County
New Mexico
6.9out of 10
Risk Summary for Otero County
Above-average natural disaster risk. Several hazards pose meaningful threats. Ensure adequate home and property insurance.
Top Hazards
Wildfire Volcanic Activity Winter Weather
All 18 Hazard Scores
Wildfire 9.8
Volcanic Activity 9.6
Winter Weather 9.4
Lightning 9.3
Avalanche 8.8
Ice Storm 8.3
Drought 7.9
Hail 7.8
Extreme Heat 7.3
Landslide 7.3
Earthquake 6.1
Tsunami 5.4
Hurricane 4.9
Coastal Flooding 4.9
Strong Wind 4.6
Cold Wave 3.4
Tornado 2.2
Riverine Flooding 1.0
How it compares
Otero County 6.9
New Mexico avg. 5.6
US national avg. 4.5
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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.
Cities in Otero County
Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. For informational purposes only.