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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 59875

Victor, Montana

6.1out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 59875

ZIP 59875 scores 6.1/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Wildfire.

Top Hazards

Wildfire Avalanche Landslide

All 18 Hazard Scores

Wildfire
9.9
Avalanche
9.8
Landslide
9.4
Winter Weather
8.9
Cold Wave
8.9
Ice Storm
8.1
Earthquake
7.3
Lightning
7.0
Extreme Heat
5.4
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Hail
3.8
Drought
3.0
Hurricane
2.4
Strong Wind
2.4
Tornado
2.0
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 59875
6.1
Montana avg.
4.9
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 59875, Montana

Located in the northern tier of the continental United States, ZIP 59875 serves the Victor community. The semi-arid climate of this part of Montana β€” bringing cold winters, dry summers, and extreme temperature swings β€” directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.

ZIP 59875's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.1/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Fire risk is the leading concern in the area, where seasonal drought and combustible vegetation combine to create a high-risk wildfire environment. Secondary hazards include avalanche and landslide.

Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 59875's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 4.9/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wildfire and avalanche, as measured by FEMA across Montana. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 59875 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for wildfire 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 59875: Wildfire preparedness

  • Use fire-resistant roofing and screen vents to block ember intrusion, the leading cause of home ignition.
  • Prepare a go-bag and evacuation plan; wildfires can move faster than expected when winds pick up.
  • Create defensible space by clearing flammable vegetation within 30–100 feet of structures.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 59875

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 59875 from other communities in Montana County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

3,764

Small Town

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Cool Continental

Latitude 46.4Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

High β€” long dry fire season

Fire score: 9.9/10

Coordinates

46.4079Β° N, 114.2615Β° 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 59875

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.