Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 82834
Buffalo, Wyoming
Risk Summary for ZIP 82834
ZIP 82834 scores 4.8/10 (Moderate risk), near the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Wildfire.
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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 82834, Wyoming
Located in the Great Plains, ZIP 82834 serves the Buffalo community. The semi-arid climate of this part of Wyoming — bringing high winds, cold winters, and significant snowfall at elevation — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 82834's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.8/10 (Moderate) 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 avalanche and landslide.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 82834's natural disaster risk is near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly below the 5.3/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wildfire and avalanche, as measured by FEMA across Wyoming. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 82834 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for wildfire is recommended.
What this means for ZIP 82834: 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.
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Local Factors for ZIP 82834
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 82834 from other communities in Wyoming County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
7,588
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Cool Continental
Latitude 44.3°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
High — long dry fire season
Fire score: 8.9/10
Coordinates
44.2539° N, 106.7448° 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 82834
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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.