Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 66064
Osawatomie, Kansas
Risk Summary for ZIP 66064
ZIP 66064 scores 5.9/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Winter Weather.
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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 66064, Kansas
Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 66064 serves the Osawatomie community. The semi-arid continental climate of this part of Kansas — bringing hot summers, cold winters, and exposure at the heart of Tornado Alley — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 66064's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.9/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The area faces significant winter hazard exposure, with nor'easters, ice storms, or blizzards regularly challenging transportation networks and power infrastructure. Secondary hazards include hail and wind.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 66064's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by winter and hail, as measured by FEMA across Kansas. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
ZIP 66064'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 winter exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.
What this means for ZIP 66064: Winter Weather preparedness
- Maintain an emergency kit in your vehicle and home for snow- or ice-related power outages.
- Clear roof snow loads when heavy to prevent structural strain and ice dams.
- Insulate pipes and keep a backup heat source to prevent freezing during extended cold.
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Local Factors for ZIP 66064
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 66064 from other communities in Kansas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
5,992
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 38.5°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 4.3/10
Coordinates
38.4783° N, 94.9869° 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 66064
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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.