Natural Disaster Risk in La Marque
Texas
Risk Summary for La Marque
La Marque scores 7.4/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Cold Wave.
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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: La Marque, Texas
Located along the Gulf Coast in Galveston County, La Marque is a city of approximately 23,083 residents. The diverse climate that characterizes this part of Texas — marked by an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making La Marque a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.
La Marque's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.4/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Extreme cold snaps top the local risk profile, with Arctic front passages causing rapid and severe temperature drops that challenge both infrastructure and outdoor safety. Secondary hazards include coastal flood and hurricane.
Relative to other U.S. communities, La Marque's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, considerably above the 5.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by cold wave and coastal flood, as measured by FEMA across Galveston County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
La Marque'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 La Marque: Cold Wave preparedness
- Keep emergency heat and supplies ready in case of cold-related power outages.
- Dress in layers and limit exposure during extreme cold to prevent frostbite and hypothermia.
- Protect pipes, pets, and plants, and ensure heating systems are serviced before winter.
Local Factors for La Marque
These city-level factors differentiate La Marque from other communities in Galveston County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
23,083
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Gulf Coast
Hurricane, surge & flood risk
Climate Band
Warm Subtropical
Latitude 29.4°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 8.7/10
Coordinates
29.3665° N, 94.9877° W
Galveston 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 La Marque
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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.