Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 99508
Anchorage, Alaska
Risk Summary for ZIP 99508
ZIP 99508 scores 5.8/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Earthquake.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — 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 99508, Alaska
Located in Alaska, the northernmost U.S. state, ZIP 99508 serves the Anchorage community. The subarctic climate of this part of Alaska — bringing subarctic conditions with extreme cold winters and brief summers — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 99508's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.8/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake risk stands out in the local hazard profile, driven by proximity to fault systems with a history of significant ground movement. Secondary hazards include avalanche and landslide.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 99508's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 4.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by earthquake and avalanche, as measured by FEMA across Alaska. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 99508 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 earthquake is recommended.
What this means for ZIP 99508: Earthquake preparedness
- 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.
- Standard homeowners insurance excludes earthquake damage — a separate earthquake policy or endorsement is needed.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 99508
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 99508 from other communities in Alaska County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
36,458
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Arctic / Subarctic
Permafrost & coastal erosion risk
Climate Band
Subarctic / Arctic
Latitude 61.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 8.1/10
Coordinates
61.2015° N, 149.8146° 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 99508
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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 — consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.