Natural Disaster Risk in King and Queen County

Natural Hazard Profile: King and Queen County, Virginia

King and Queen County is located in the United States in Virginia, home to roughly 6,602 residents. The county experiences hot, humid summers and four distinct seasons, with hurricane and nor'easter exposure shaping the natural hazards faced by its communities. FEMA assesses risk at this county level, providing the baseline for every city and ZIP code within its boundaries.

FEMA rates King and Queen County's composite natural disaster risk at 4.4 out of 10 — moderate 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 coastal flood and hurricane risk in their preparedness planning.

King and Queen County's risk score, slightly below the 5.1/10 state average and near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for King and Queen County, the highest-scoring are drought, coastal flood, and hurricane. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a moderate risk rating, King and Queen County residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for drought is recommended.