Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 19810

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 19810, Delaware

Located along the mid-Atlantic coast, ZIP 19810 serves the Wilmington community. The humid subtropical climate of this part of Delaware — bringing moderately hot summers and mild winters with coastal storm exposure — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.

ZIP 19810's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.9/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The area faces significant winter hazard exposure, with nor'easters, ice storms, or blizzards regularly challenging transportation networks and power infrastructure. Secondary hazards include coastal flood and heat.

Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 19810's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 7.7/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by winter and coastal flood, as measured by FEMA across Delaware. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

ZIP 19810's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.