Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 71417
Colfax, Louisiana
Risk Summary for ZIP 71417
ZIP 71417 scores 5.0/10 (Moderate risk), near the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Hurricane.
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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 71417, Louisiana
ZIP 71417 in Colfax sits in the Deep South. Its humid subtropical climate produces very hot summers, mild winters, and exceptionally high humidity, and notably a lengthy hurricane and tropical storm season. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 71417 carries an overall risk score of 5.0/10, placing it in the moderate category. Hurricane and tropical storm exposure tops the local risk profile, with the community vulnerable to storm surge, high sustained winds, and flooding rainfall during the June–November season. The area also faces notable exposure to heat and tornado.
Within Louisiana, ZIP 71417's risk is, slightly below the 6.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Louisiana identifies hurricane as the foremost hazard, followed by heat and tornado. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
ZIP 71417'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 hurricane exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.
What this means for ZIP 71417: Hurricane preparedness
- Keep at least a week of supplies on hand; power and water service can be disrupted for days after landfall.
- Wind damage is usually covered by homeowners insurance, but storm-surge flooding requires separate flood coverage.
- Know your evacuation zone and route before hurricane season begins each June.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 71417
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 71417 from other communities in Louisiana County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
4,940
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Warm Subtropical
Latitude 31.5°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 4.7/10
Coordinates
31.5161° N, 92.6536° 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 71417
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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.