Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 38944
Minter City, Mississippi
Risk Summary for ZIP 38944
ZIP 38944 scores 6.5/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Drought.
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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.
Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 38944, Mississippi
Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 38944 serves the Minter City community. The humid subtropical climate of this part of Mississippi — bringing very hot, humid summers and mild winters — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 38944's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.5/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Prolonged drought is the primary hazard risk, shaped by low annual rainfall, high evaporation rates, and increasing temperature trends that deepen and lengthen dry periods. Secondary hazards include earthquake and tornado.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 38944's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 6.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by drought and earthquake, as measured by FEMA across Mississippi. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 38944 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for drought and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.
What this means for ZIP 38944: Drought preparedness
- Be aware that prolonged drought raises secondary risks including wildfire and foundation soil movement.
- Follow local water-use restrictions, which may be enacted during severe drought conditions.
- Adopt water-efficient landscaping and fixtures to reduce strain during extended dry periods.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 38944
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 38944 from other communities in Mississippi County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
314
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 33.8°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 3.2/10
Coordinates
33.7611° N, 90.3424° 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 38944
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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.