Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 83525

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 83525, Idaho

ZIP 83525 in Elk City sits in the northern tier of the continental United States. 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 83525 carries an overall risk score of 4.6/10, placing it in the moderate category. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. The area also faces notable exposure to wildfire and avalanche.

Within Idaho, ZIP 83525's risk is, slightly below the 5.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Idaho identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and avalanche. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 83525 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 landslide is recommended.