Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 67114
Newton, Kansas
Risk Summary for ZIP 67114
ZIP 67114 scores 5.6/10 (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 67114, Kansas
Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 67114 serves the Newton 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 67114's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.6/10 (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 tornado.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 67114's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near 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.
With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 67114 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for winter is recommended.
What this means for ZIP 67114: 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 67114
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 67114 from other communities in Kansas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
20,919
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 38.1°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 7.1/10
Coordinates
38.0703° N, 97.2836° 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 67114
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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.