Hazard Score
176 Catastrophes Recorded
Crawford County, Iowa
6 Cities with a Population of 17,273, and 6,413 Households
Crawford County in Iowa faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk score of 71.43 out of 100. Specific climate factors for the area include thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds, with thunderstorms being the most frequent event. The county has experienced historic lightning events, with a relatively low risk rating. Crawford County is not located near coastlines, fault lines, or mountain peaks, reducing the risk of certain natural disasters like hurricanes or earthquakes.
The area is characterized by agricultural land and is not prone to tsunamis or volcanic activity. Water bodies like rivers and lakes are present in the region, impacting flooding risk. Crawford County has a relatively low resilience score, indicating a lower capacity to recover from natural disasters. The county's risk of wildfires is very low, with a low frequency of events and minimal impact on the area. Overall, Crawford County's risk assessment is based on a combination of natural disaster events, climate factors, and specific geological features in the region.
Despite its relatively low risk rating, Crawford County has experienced significant events like lightning strikes and hailstorms. The county's risk of flooding is moderate due to the presence of water bodies, while the risk of wildfires is very low. Crawford County's natural disaster and climate risk assessment is based on a comprehensive analysis of various hazard risk indexes, with a focus on specific events and geological features in the region. Multiple independent sources verify the accuracy of the risk assessment for Crawford County, Iowa.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
40
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
145
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
2
Hazard Shelters
10
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Crawford County, Iowa has a population of 17,273 with a population density of 24.2 people per square mile. The county saw a slight increase in population from 2010 to 2020, with a growth rate of 1%. The county has a diverse population with 82% White, 1% Black, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.6% Asian, and 24% Hispanic. The median age in Crawford County is 38.5, with a slightly higher percentage of males (50.3%) compared to females (49.7%). The county has a total of 6,413 households with an average household size of 2.57, and 68.8% of households are occupied by the owner.
In terms of agriculture, Crawford County has a total of 915 farms, with an average size of 481 acres. The county has 391,027 crop acres, with an average sales value of $437,461. Crawford County is known for its agricultural production, with a significant portion of its land dedicated to farming. Compared to other counties in Iowa, Crawford County has a higher percentage of Hispanic residents and a lower median age. Additionally, the county has a slightly lower population density and a higher percentage of owner-occupied households compared to the state average.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
019112
2019-04-30
019111
2019-04-29
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-06-06
Hailstorm
2018-06-06
Hailstorm
2018-05-29
Hailstorm
2018-05-14
Hailstorm
2018-05-14
Hailstorm
2018-04-13
Hailstorm
2017-05-16
Hailstorm
2016-08-11
Hailstorm
2016-08-11
Hailstorm
2016-07-17
Hailstorm
2015-08-09
Hailstorm
2015-06-24
Hailstorm
2014-08-31
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2014-06-10Hailstorm
2014-05-10
Hailstorm
2013-05-26
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-05-25Hailstorm
2013-05-19
Hailstorm
2013-04-09
Hailstorm
2012-05-23
Hailstorm
2011-08-06
Hailstorm
2011-07-01
Hailstorm
2011-05-12
Hailstorm
2011-05-12
Hailstorm
2011-05-12
Tornado
2011-04-09
Hailstorm
2011-03-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-09-18
Hailstorm
2010-09-13
Hailstorm
2010-09-13
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-08-03
Hailstorm
2009-08-03
Hailstorm
2008-07-28
Hailstorm
2008-07-28
Hailstorm
2008-07-28
Hailstorm
2008-07-28
Tornado
2008-06-11
Hailstorm
2008-06-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Tornado
2008-05-29
Tornado
2008-05-29
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Hailstorm
2007-06-21
Hailstorm
2007-06-21
Hailstorm
2007-05-31
Hailstorm
2007-05-14
Hailstorm
2007-05-14
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-06Hailstorm
2007-03-21
Hailstorm
2007-03-21
Hailstorm
2006-07-13
Hailstorm
2006-07-13
Hailstorm
2006-05-08
Hailstorm
2006-03-30
Hailstorm
2005-07-25
Tornado
2005-07-24
Hailstorm
2005-07-24
Hailstorm
2005-05-10
Hailstorm
2005-05-08
Hailstorm
2005-05-08
Hailstorm
2004-09-14
Hailstorm
2004-09-14
Hailstorm
2004-09-14
Hailstorm
2004-09-14
Hailstorm
2004-08-29
Hailstorm
2004-08-26
Hailstorm
2004-05-28
Hailstorm
2004-05-24
Hailstorm
2004-05-24
Hailstorm
2003-07-09
Hailstorm
2003-07-05
Hailstorm
2003-07-04
Hailstorm
2003-07-04
Hailstorm
2003-07-04
Hailstorm
2003-04-29
Hailstorm
2002-10-01
Hailstorm
2002-10-01
Hailstorm
2002-06-20
Hailstorm
2002-05-05
Hailstorm
2002-04-17
Hailstorm
2002-04-17
Tornado
2001-08-17
Hailstorm
2001-08-17
Hailstorm
2001-08-17
Hailstorm
2001-08-17
Hailstorm
2001-06-18
Hailstorm
2001-06-18
Hailstorm
2001-06-12
Hailstorm
2001-06-12
Tornado
2001-06-01
Tornado
2001-06-01
Tornado
2001-06-01
Hailstorm
2001-06-01
Hailstorm
2001-05-01
Hailstorm
2001-05-01
Hailstorm
2001-05-01
Hailstorm
2001-05-01
Hailstorm
2001-05-01
Hailstorm
2000-06-12
Hailstorm
2000-06-03
Hailstorm
1999-07-02
Hailstorm
1999-07-02
Hailstorm
1999-07-02
Tornado
1999-05-16
Tornado
1999-05-16
Tornado
1999-05-16
Hailstorm
1999-04-21
Hailstorm
1999-04-21
Hailstorm
1998-07-15
Tornado
1998-06-29
Tornado
1998-05-28
Hailstorm
1998-05-28
Hailstorm
1998-05-28
Hailstorm
1998-05-28
Tornado
1998-05-15
Tornado
1998-05-15
Hailstorm
1998-04-12
Hailstorm
1997-07-23
Hailstorm
1997-07-23
Hailstorm
1997-07-23
Hailstorm
1997-05-07
Hailstorm
1997-05-07
Hailstorm
1997-05-07
Hailstorm
1997-04-05
Hailstorm
1997-04-05
Hailstorm
1996-07-16
Hailstorm
1996-06-20
Hailstorm
1996-06-20
Hailstorm
1996-06-20
Hailstorm
1996-06-20
Hailstorm
1996-06-20
Hailstorm
1996-05-17
Tornado
1995-05-27
Hailstorm
1994-10-06
Hailstorm
1994-10-06
Hailstorm
1993-08-18
Tornado
1993-07-08
Hailstorm
1993-07-08
Hailstorm
1993-07-08
Tornado
1993-06-29
Hailstorm
1991-05-27
Tornado
1991-04-26
Tornado
1990-08-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Tornado
1988-05-07
Hailstorm
1988-05-07
Hailstorm
1988-05-07
Hailstorm
1988-05-07
Hailstorm
1988-05-07
Hailstorm
1987-07-14
Tornado
1986-07-28
Hailstorm
1986-05-12
Hailstorm
1986-05-12
Tornado
1986-04-26
Hailstorm
1985-04-20
Hailstorm
1984-04-26
Hailstorm
1984-03-14
Hailstorm
1980-09-20
Hailstorm
1977-05-27
Tornado
1973-04-19
Hailstorm
1972-06-27
Hailstorm
1970-05-13
Tornado
1969-07-26
Tornado
1969-06-28
Hailstorm
1966-10-14
Tornado
1965-09-07
Hailstorm
1962-06-17
Hailstorm
1962-05-22
Tornado
1957-07-04
Hailstorm
1956-05-28
Tornado
1952-06-02