Natural Disaster Risk in Pierce County
Washington
7.6out of 10
Risk Summary for Pierce County
Above-average natural disaster risk. Several hazards pose meaningful threats. Ensure adequate home and property insurance.
Top Hazards
Avalanche Earthquake Volcanic Activity
All 18 Hazard Scores
Earthquake 10.0
Volcanic Activity 10.0
Avalanche 10.0
Tsunami 9.9
Extreme Heat 9.8
Landslide 9.7
Coastal Flooding 9.6
Cold Wave 9.2
Lightning 9.1
Ice Storm 8.7
Winter Weather 8.6
Wildfire 8.0
Tornado 4.9
Strong Wind 4.9
Hail 2.7
Hurricane 2.4
Drought 2.4
Riverine Flooding 1.0
How it compares
Pierce County 7.6
Washington avg. 5.8
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 Pierce County
Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. For informational purposes only.