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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 94559

Napa, California

5.9out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 94559

ZIP 94559 scores 5.9/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Drought.

Top Hazards

Drought Earthquake Landslide

All 18 Hazard Scores

Drought
10.0
Earthquake
9.9
Landslide
9.9
Tsunami
9.8
Volcanic Activity
9.7
Wildfire
9.6
Coastal Flooding
9.6
Avalanche
8.3
Extreme Heat
7.1
Lightning
3.9
Tornado
2.8
Hurricane
2.4
Strong Wind
2.0
Hail
2.0
Winter Weather
1.6
Ice Storm
1.3
Cold Wave
1.2
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 94559
5.9
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 94559, California

ZIP 94559 in Napa sits in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. Its Mediterranean climate produces dry summers and mild, wet winters with pronounced drought cycles, and notably a critical fire season from late summer through fall. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 94559 carries an overall risk score of 5.9/10, placing it in the moderate category. Drought is the leading natural hazard, with multi-year dry periods capable of depleting water supplies, devastating agriculture, and increasing wildfire risk across the region. The area also faces notable exposure to earthquake and landslide.

Within California, ZIP 94559's risk is, near the 5.9/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of California identifies drought as the foremost hazard, followed by earthquake and landslide. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

ZIP 94559's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that drought exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.

What this means for ZIP 94559: Drought preparedness

  • Follow local water-use restrictions, which may be enacted during severe drought conditions.
  • Adopt water-efficient landscaping and fixtures to reduce strain during extended dry periods.
  • Be aware that prolonged drought raises secondary risks including wildfire and foundation soil movement.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 94559

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 94559 from other communities in California County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

27,714

Suburban

Geographic Zone

Pacific Coast

Tsunami, coastal flood & wildfire risk

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 38.3Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

High β€” long dry fire season

Fire score: 9.6/10

Coordinates

38.2524Β° N, 122.2938Β° 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 94559

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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.