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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 49335

Moline, Michigan

6.2out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 49335

ZIP 49335 scores 6.2/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Coastal Flooding.

Top Hazards

Coastal Flooding Strong Wind Hail

All 18 Hazard Scores

Coastal Flooding
9.0
Strong Wind
8.8
Hail
8.6
Tornado
7.9
Ice Storm
7.2
Winter Weather
6.9
Landslide
6.5
Cold Wave
6.3
Lightning
6.1
Hurricane
5.9
Earthquake
5.5
Tsunami
5.4
Extreme Heat
5.2
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Avalanche
4.5
Wildfire
4.1
Drought
1.7
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 49335
6.2
Michigan avg.
5.3
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Above-average risk β€” 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 49335, Michigan

ZIP 49335 covers part of the Moline area, in the Great Lakes region. The surrounding region experiences severe winters amplified by lake-effect snow and warm, humid summers, with intense lake-effect snowstorms off Lake Michigan and Lake Erie shaping the natural hazards that residents of this ZIP code face. Risk scores here are derived from FEMA data for the encompassing county.

FEMA rates ZIP 49335's composite natural disaster risk at 6.2 out of 10 β€” high risk. The risk of coastal inundation tops the local hazard profile, with the area exposed to storm surge, tidal flooding, and wave action during major coastal storm events. Residents should also account for wind and hail risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 49335's risk score, slightly above the 5.3/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are coastal flood, wind, and hail. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 49335 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for coastal flood 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 49335: Coastal Flooding preparedness

  • Coastal flood and storm-surge damage requires separate flood insurance, not standard homeowners coverage.
  • 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.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 49335

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 49335 from other communities in Michigan County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

174

Rural

Geographic Zone

Great Lakes

Lake-effect snow & wind risk

Climate Band

Cool Continental

Latitude 42.7Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Lower β€” moist climate limits wildfire frequency

Fire score: 4.1/10

Coordinates

42.7463Β° N, 85.6691Β° 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 49335

Last 12 months Β· 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 β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.