Natural Disaster Risk in Mineral Wells
Texas
Risk Summary for Mineral Wells
Mineral Wells scores 6.3/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Hail.
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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: Mineral Wells, Texas
Mineral Wells, in Palo Pinto County, is a city of approximately 21,080 residents situated in the interior eastern United States. Its diverse climate brings an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west, and in particular overlapping tornado, hurricane, flood, and drought seasons. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Mineral Wells residents and property owners must navigate.
Mineral Wells's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.3/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hailstorm risk tops the local hazard profile, driven by frequent severe thunderstorm development that produces some of the most property-damaging hail in the country. Secondary hazards include wildfire and landslide.
Within Texas, Mineral Wells's risk is, slightly above the 5.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Palo Pinto County identifies hail as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and landslide. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, Mineral Wells residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for hail and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.
What this means for Mineral Wells: Hail preparedness
- Document roof and property condition annually to streamline any future hail claims.
- Impact-resistant (Class 4) roofing can reduce hail damage and may lower insurance premiums.
- Park vehicles under cover when severe storms are forecast to avoid costly hail damage.
Local Factors for Mineral Wells
These city-level factors differentiate Mineral Wells from other communities in Palo Pinto County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
21,080
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 32.8°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 9.1/10
Coordinates
32.8030° N, 98.1449° W
Palo Pinto County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
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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.