Natural Disaster Risk β ZIP Code 79015
Canyon, Texas
Risk Summary for ZIP 79015
ZIP 79015 scores 7.2/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Hail.
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π 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 79015, Texas
Located in the arid interior West, ZIP 79015 serves the Canyon 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 79015's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.2/10 (High) 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 winter and drought.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 79015's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, considerably above the 5.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hail and winter, as measured by FEMA across Texas. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 79015 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for hail and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.
What this means for ZIP 79015: 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.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 79015
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 79015 from other communities in Texas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
23,765
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 35.0Β°
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
34.9526Β° N, 101.8992Β° 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 79015
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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 1β10 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.