Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 67663
Plainville, Kansas
Risk Summary for ZIP 67663
ZIP 67663 scores 4.7/10 (Moderate risk), near 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 67663, Kansas
Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 67663 serves the Plainville 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 67663's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.7/10 (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 drought and wind.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 67663's natural disaster risk is near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly below the 5.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hail and drought, as measured by FEMA across Kansas. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
ZIP 67663'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 67663: 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 67663
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 67663 from other communities in Kansas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
2,346
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 39.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 5.7/10
Coordinates
39.2060° N, 99.3422° 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 67663
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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.