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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 66213

Overland Park, Kansas

7.2out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 66213

ZIP 66213 scores 7.2/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Winter Weather.

Top Hazards

Winter Weather Hail Extreme Heat

All 18 Hazard Scores

Winter Weather
10.0
Tornado
9.9
Hail
9.9
Extreme Heat
9.9
Lightning
9.9
Ice Storm
9.9
Cold Wave
9.8
Earthquake
7.9
Landslide
7.3
Wildfire
6.6
Strong Wind
5.4
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Avalanche
4.5
Drought
3.4
Hurricane
2.4
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 66213
7.2
Kansas avg.
5.2
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 66213, Kansas

ZIP 66213 covers part of the Overland Park area, in the interior eastern United States. The surrounding region experiences hot summers, cold winters, and exposure at the heart of Tornado Alley, with one of the most intense tornado seasons in the world, peaking in May and June 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 66213's composite natural disaster risk at 7.2 out of 10 β€” high risk. Severe winter storms top the local risk profile, bringing blizzard conditions, ice storms, and extreme cold that pose health risks and cause extensive property and infrastructure damage. Residents should also account for hail and heat risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 66213's risk score, considerably above the 5.2/10 state average and well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are winter, hail, and heat. 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 66213 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for winter 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 66213: Winter Weather preparedness

  • Insulate pipes and keep a backup heat source to prevent freezing during extended cold.
  • 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.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 66213

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 66213 from other communities in Kansas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

30,539

Suburban

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 38.9Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Moderate β€” seasonal fire risk

Fire score: 6.6/10

Coordinates

38.8989Β° N, 94.7052Β° 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 66213

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.