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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 82515

Hudson, Wyoming

6.1out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 82515

ZIP 82515 scores 6.1/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Landslide.

Top Hazards

Landslide Avalanche Volcanic Activity

All 18 Hazard Scores

Landslide
9.7
Avalanche
9.6
Wildfire
9.3
Volcanic Activity
9.3
Earthquake
8.8
Winter Weather
8.6
Lightning
8.6
Cold Wave
7.2
Tsunami
5.4
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Hail
4.4
Drought
4.4
Strong Wind
3.2
Ice Storm
3.1
Tornado
3.0
Extreme Heat
2.6
Hurricane
2.4
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 82515
6.1
Wyoming avg.
5.3
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 82515, Wyoming

ZIP 82515 covers part of the Hudson area, in the Great Plains. The surrounding region experiences high winds, cold winters, and significant snowfall at elevation, with blizzards and rapid weather changes shaping the natural hazards that residents of this ZIP code face. Risk scores here are derived from FEMA data for the encompassing county.

FEMA rates ZIP 82515's composite natural disaster risk at 6.1 out of 10 β€” high risk. The area faces significant landslide risk, where mountainous topography and saturated soils during wet periods combine to create hazardous mass movement conditions. Residents should also account for avalanche and volcano risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 82515's risk score, slightly above the 5.3/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are landslide, avalanche, and volcano. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

ZIP 82515'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 82515: Landslide preparedness

  • Watch for warning signs such as new cracks, tilting trees, or changes in water drainage on slopes.
  • Standard insurance generally excludes landslide and earth-movement damage β€” ask about specialized coverage.
  • Have an evacuation plan ready during periods of intense or prolonged rainfall.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 82515

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 82515 from other communities in Wyoming County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

437

Rural

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Cool Continental

Latitude 42.9Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

High β€” long dry fire season

Fire score: 9.3/10

Coordinates

42.8972Β° N, 108.5669Β° 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 82515

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.