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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 76402

Stephenville, Texas

6.2out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 76402

ZIP 76402 scores 6.2/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Wildfire.

Top Hazards

Wildfire Cold Wave Tornado

All 18 Hazard Scores

Wildfire
9.6
Cold Wave
9.3
Tornado
8.5
Lightning
7.3
Hail
7.2
Hurricane
7.1
Drought
6.9
Extreme Heat
6.4
Strong Wind
5.8
Winter Weather
5.5
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Avalanche
4.5
Ice Storm
4.2
Earthquake
3.5
Landslide
3.5
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 76402
6.2
Texas avg.
5.6
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 76402, Texas

Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 76402 serves the Stephenville community. The diverse climate of this part of Texas β€” bringing an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west β€” directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.

ZIP 76402's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.2/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Fire risk is the leading concern in the area, where seasonal drought and combustible vegetation combine to create a high-risk wildfire environment. Secondary hazards include cold wave and tornado.

Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 76402's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wildfire and cold wave, as measured by FEMA across Texas. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

ZIP 76402'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.

What this means for ZIP 76402: Wildfire preparedness

  • Use fire-resistant roofing and screen vents to block ember intrusion, the leading cause of home ignition.
  • Prepare a go-bag and evacuation plan; wildfires can move faster than expected when winds pick up.
  • Create defensible space by clearing flammable vegetation within 30–100 feet of structures.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 76402

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 76402 from other communities in Texas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

750

Rural

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Mild Temperate

Latitude 32.2Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Moderate β€” seasonal fire risk

Fire score: 9.6/10

Coordinates

32.2173Β° N, 98.2170Β° 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 76402

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.