Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 27937
Gates, North Carolina
Risk Summary for ZIP 27937
ZIP 27937 scores 4.6/10 (Moderate risk), near 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 27937, North Carolina
Located along the mid-Atlantic coast, ZIP 27937 serves the Gates community. The humid subtropical climate of this part of North Carolina — bringing hot, humid summers and four distinct seasons — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 27937's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.6/10 (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 hurricane and drought.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 27937's natural disaster risk is near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, considerably below the 6.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by coastal flood and hurricane, as measured by FEMA across North Carolina. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
ZIP 27937'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 27937: 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 27937
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 27937 from other communities in North Carolina County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
2,936
Small TownGeographic Zone
Atlantic Coast
Hurricane, nor'easter & coastal flood risk
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 36.5°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 2.4/10
Coordinates
36.5045° N, 76.7773° 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 27937
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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.