Natural Disaster Risk in Rankin
Texas
Risk Summary for Rankin
Rankin scores 3.8/10 (Low risk), below the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Drought.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Below-average risk — standard coverage likely adequate
Natural disaster risk here is below the US average. Standard homeowners insurance will typically be sufficient, but it is still worth reviewing exclusions for floods and earthquakes.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Rankin, Texas
Rankin is a small community of about 1,175 in Upton County, in the Deep South. The area experiences an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west, with overlapping tornado, hurricane, flood, and drought 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 Rankin.
FEMA rates Rankin's composite natural disaster risk at 3.8 out of 10 — low risk. The area faces significant drought exposure, where below-average precipitation over extended periods strains water resources and drives secondary hazards like wildfire and crop failure. Residents should also account for hail and tsunami risk in their preparedness planning.
Rankin's risk score, considerably below the 5.6/10 state average and below the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Upton County, the highest-scoring are drought, hail, and tsunami. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
Despite its lower-than-average risk classification, Rankin is not immune to natural hazards. Basic preparedness — an emergency kit, awareness of seasonal risks, and property insurance that covers drought — remains prudent for all residents.
What this means for Rankin: Drought preparedness
- Adopt water-efficient landscaping and fixtures to reduce strain during extended dry periods.
- Be aware that prolonged drought raises secondary risks including wildfire and foundation soil movement.
- Follow local water-use restrictions, which may be enacted during severe drought conditions.
Local Factors for Rankin
These city-level factors differentiate Rankin from other communities in Upton County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
1,175
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Warm Subtropical
Latitude 31.3°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 5.2/10
Coordinates
31.2586° N, 101.9736° W
Upton 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.