Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 52144
Fort Atkinson, Iowa
Risk Summary for ZIP 52144
ZIP 52144 scores 5.1/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Hail.
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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 52144, Iowa
Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 52144 serves the Fort Atkinson community. The humid continental climate of this part of Iowa — bringing cold winters, hot summers, and frequent severe weather — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 52144's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.1/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hail is the primary natural disaster concern, with severe storms delivering baseball-sized or larger hailstones that cause significant insured losses each year. Secondary hazards include landslide and drought.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 52144's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.4/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hail and landslide, as measured by FEMA across Iowa. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
ZIP 52144'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 hail exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.
What this means for ZIP 52144: Hail preparedness
- Park vehicles under cover when severe storms are forecast to avoid costly hail damage.
- Document roof and property condition annually to streamline any future hail claims.
- Impact-resistant (Class 4) roofing can reduce hail damage and may lower insurance premiums.
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Local Factors for ZIP 52144
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 52144 from other communities in Iowa County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
1,075
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Cool Continental
Latitude 43.1°
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
43.1396° N, 91.9608° 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 52144
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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.