Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 83201

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 83201, Idaho

ZIP 83201 in Pocatello sits in the Great Plains. Its semi-arid climate produces dry summers, cold winters, and significant wildfire risk, and notably a high fire danger period from July through September. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 83201 carries an overall risk score of 6.3/10, placing it in the high category. Volcanic activity is the foremost natural hazard, with the area situated near active volcanic systems capable of producing lava flows, ashfall, and pyroclastic hazards. The area also faces notable exposure to wildfire and winter.

Within Idaho, ZIP 83201's risk is, slightly above the 5.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Idaho identifies volcano as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and winter. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 83201 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for volcano 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.