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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 94158

San Francisco, California

5.5out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 94158

ZIP 94158 scores 5.5/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Earthquake.

Top Hazards

Earthquake Landslide Tsunami

All 18 Hazard Scores

Earthquake
10.0
Landslide
9.9
Tsunami
9.9
Extreme Heat
9.5
Coastal Flooding
9.5
Volcanic Activity
9.4
Drought
7.3
Avalanche
4.5
Tornado
4.3
Lightning
3.9
Wildfire
3.8
Hail
2.8
Hurricane
2.4
Strong Wind
2.1
Winter Weather
1.4
Ice Storm
1.3
Cold Wave
1.2
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 94158
5.5
California avg.
5.9
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” 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 94158, California

ZIP 94158 covers part of the San Francisco area, in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. The surrounding region experiences dry summers and mild, wet winters with pronounced drought cycles, with a critical fire season from late summer through fall 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 94158's composite natural disaster risk at 5.5 out of 10 β€” moderate risk. The area's position within a seismically active region makes earthquake preparedness a top priority for residents and property owners alike. Residents should also account for landslide and tsunami risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 94158's risk score, slightly below the 5.9/10 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 earthquake, landslide, and tsunami. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 94158 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices β€” an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for earthquake is recommended.

What this means for ZIP 94158: Earthquake preparedness

  • Standard homeowners insurance excludes earthquake damage β€” a separate earthquake policy or endorsement is needed.
  • Secure heavy furniture, water heaters, and shelving to wall studs to reduce injury and damage during shaking.
  • Identify "drop, cover, and hold on" spots in each room and keep an emergency kit with water for at least 72 hours.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 94158

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 94158 from other communities in California County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

11,314

Suburban

Geographic Zone

Pacific Coast

Tsunami, coastal flood & wildfire risk

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 37.8Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Lower β€” limited fire-prone terrain nearby

Fire score: 3.8/10

Coordinates

37.7712Β° N, 122.3915Β° 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 94158

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.