Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 14551
Sodus, New York
Risk Summary for ZIP 14551
ZIP 14551 scores 5.8/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Coastal Flooding.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 14551, New York
Located in the Great Lakes region, ZIP 14551 serves the Sodus community. The humid continental climate of this part of New York — bringing cold winters, warm summers, and significant regional climate variation — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 14551's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.8/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Coastal flood risk defines the local natural hazard environment, with sea-level rise trends gradually increasing the frequency of tidal flooding events alongside storm surge threats. Secondary hazards include hail and ice storm.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 14551's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 6.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by coastal flood and hail, as measured by FEMA across New York. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
ZIP 14551's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that coastal flood exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.
What this means for ZIP 14551: Coastal Flooding preparedness
- Know your evacuation zone and monitor tidal and surge forecasts during coastal storms.
- Elevate utilities and consider flood-resistant construction in low-lying shoreline areas.
- Coastal flood and storm-surge damage requires separate flood insurance, not standard homeowners coverage.
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Local Factors for ZIP 14551
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 14551 from other communities in New York County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
5,063
Small TownGeographic Zone
Great Lakes
Lake-effect snow & wind risk
Climate Band
Cool Continental
Latitude 43.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 4.8/10
Coordinates
43.2189° N, 77.0460° W
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
Recent Climate Data for ZIP 14551
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only — consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.