Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 98826

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 98826, Washington

ZIP 98826 covers part of the Leavenworth area, in the Pacific Northwest. The surrounding region experiences mild, rainy winters west of the Cascades and semi-arid conditions to the east, with a critical wildfire period in eastern Washington each summer 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 98826's composite natural disaster risk at 6.5 out of 10 — high risk. The threat of wildfire dominates the local risk environment, with hot, dry summers and abundant fuel creating dangerous fire conditions each year. Residents should also account for avalanche and volcano risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 98826's risk score, slightly above the 5.8/10 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 wildfire, avalanche, and volcano. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

ZIP 98826's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.