Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 74017

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 74017, Oklahoma

Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 74017 serves the Claremore community. The semi-arid climate of this part of Oklahoma — bringing hot summers, variable winters, and exposure at the center of Tornado Alley — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.

ZIP 74017's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.1/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The area faces significant ice storm exposure, where the thermal profile of the atmosphere during winter storms frequently delivers freezing rain rather than snow. Secondary hazards include heat and wildfire.

Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 74017's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 6.4/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by ice storm and heat, as measured by FEMA across Oklahoma. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

ZIP 74017's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.