Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 24017
Roanoke, Virginia
Risk Summary for ZIP 24017
ZIP 24017 scores 5.1/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5.
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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 24017, Virginia
ZIP 24017 in Roanoke sits along the mid-Atlantic coast. Its humid subtropical climate produces hot, humid summers and four distinct seasons, and notably hurricane and nor'easter exposure. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 24017 carries an overall risk score of 5.1/10, placing it in the moderate category. Riverine flooding drives much of the local risk, with heavy or sustained rainfall capable of rapidly elevating streams and rivers that run through the area.
Within Virginia, ZIP 24017's risk is, near the 5.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Virginia identifies as the foremost hazard. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
ZIP 24017'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 exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.
What this means for ZIP 24017: top hazard preparedness
- Keep critical utilities and valuables elevated above potential flood levels, and know your nearest higher-ground evacuation route.
- Check whether your property sits in a FEMA-designated Special Flood Hazard Area — standard homeowners policies do not cover flood damage.
- Consider National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) coverage; there is typically a 30-day waiting period before it takes effect.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 24017
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 24017 from other communities in Virginia County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
23,678
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 37.3°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 0.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 0.0/10
Coordinates
37.2947° N, 79.9918° 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 24017
Last 12 months · Source: Open-Meteo archive
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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.