Hazard Score
189 Catastrophes Recorded
Christian County, Kentucky
1 Cities with a Population of 74,438, and 26,144 Households
Christian County, Kentucky has a relatively moderate overall hazard risk rating, with a specific emphasis on tornado events, which have a high frequency in the area. The county has a low risk of hail and high wind events, with very low expected annual losses for these hazards. The county also has a relatively low risk of flooding and lightning events, with corresponding low expected annual losses.
Christian County is located inland and does not have any coastlines, but it is susceptible to tornadoes due to its location in the Tornado Alley region. The county does not have any major fault lines or mountain peaks that could impact hazard risk. However, the presence of water bodies such as rivers and streams can increase the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events.
Overall, Christian County's hazard risk assessment is influenced by its specific climate factors, including the prevalence of tornadoes and the potential for flooding from nearby water bodies. With a relatively moderate overall risk rating, the county must remain vigilant in preparedness and mitigation efforts to minimize the impact of natural disasters on its population and infrastructure.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: High
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
57
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
30
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
28
Hazard Shelters
22
Fire Stations
4
Hospitals
5
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Christian County, located in Kentucky, has a population of 74,438 people, with a population density of 102.8 people per square mile. The county's population is predominantly White, making up 71% of the population, followed by Black residents at 21%. Hispanic individuals account for 6% of the population, with other races and multiracial individuals making up the remaining percentage. The median age in Christian County is 29, with a slightly higher median age for females at 31.2 compared to males at 27.3. The county has a total of 26,144 households, with an average household size of 2.62. Families make up a significant portion of the population, with 24% of households being married with children and 13% being single-parent households.
In terms of housing, Christian County has 29,459 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 47% and a rental occupancy rate of 41%. The county has a substantial farming industry, with 1,179 farms reported in 2012, covering 252,280 acres, and an average farm size of 306 acres. The total crop acres in 2017 decreased slightly to 245,761 acres, with 1,137 farms reported and an average farm size of 304 acres. The average farm sales in 2017 were $180,541, showing an increase from $157,625 in 2012. Christian County's farming industry contributes significantly to the county's economy and overall landscape. Compared to other counties in Kentucky, Christian County stands out for its diverse population and significant agricultural sector, which plays a crucial role in the county's economy.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Dawson Springs Road
2023-03-16
Edwards Mill Road
2023-01-10
Hailstorm
2020-04-08
Hailstorm
2020-04-08
Tornado
2020-03-02
Hailstorm
2020-03-02
Tornado
2020-01-11
Tornado
2020-01-11
Tornado
2020-01-11
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-12-28Tornado
2019-06-21
Tornado
2019-06-21
Hailstorm
2019-05-29
Harmony Grove
2019-03-18
Grapevine Road
2019-02-26
Grapevine Road
2019-02-26
Hailstorm
2018-05-06
Hailstorm
2018-03-19
Tornado
2018-02-24
Tornado
2018-02-24
Tornado
2018-02-24
Hailstorm
2017-09-05
Hurricane Cindy
2017-06-24
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2017-05-19Hailstorm
2017-03-27
Hailstorm
2017-03-01
Hailstorm
2016-07-08
Tornado
2016-05-10
Tornado
2016-05-10
Tornado
2016-05-10
Hailstorm
2016-05-10
Hailstorm
2016-05-10
Tornado
2016-03-27
Tornado
2016-03-27
Tornado
2016-03-27
Hailstorm
2015-12-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-12-15Hailstorm
2015-06-08
Hailstorm
2015-05-27
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-03-10Hailstorm
2014-10-06
Tornado
2014-10-03
Hailstorm
2014-06-04
Hailstorm
2014-06-04
Hailstorm
2014-05-22
Tornado
2014-05-14
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-12-22Hailstorm
2013-06-26
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-04-22Hailstorm
2013-04-16
Hailstorm
2013-04-16
Tornado
2013-01-30
Tornado
2013-01-30
Hailstorm
2012-07-19
Hailstorm
2012-07-18
Hailstorm
2012-07-08
Hailstorm
2012-07-06
Hailstorm
2012-05-29
Hailstorm
2012-05-29
Hailstorm
2012-05-21
Hailstorm
2012-03-15
Hailstorm
2012-03-15
Hailstorm
2012-03-02
Hailstorm
2012-02-29
Hailstorm
2012-02-29
Hailstorm
2012-02-29
Hailstorm
2012-02-29
Hailstorm
2012-01-22
Tornado
2011-09-25
Hailstorm
2011-09-25
Hailstorm
2011-06-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2011-05-01Tornado
2011-04-26
Tornado
2011-04-25
Hailstorm
2011-04-25
Hailstorm
2011-04-25
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2011-04-18Tornado
2011-04-04
Hailstorm
2011-03-23
Tornado
2011-02-24
Tornado
2010-10-26
Tornado
2010-10-26
Hailstorm
2010-10-26
Hailstorm
2010-08-04
Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Tornado
2010-05-02
Hailstorm
2010-05-01
Hailstorm
2010-05-01
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2010-05-01Tornado
2010-04-24
Tornado
2009-08-04
Tornado
2009-07-04
Hailstorm
2009-06-17
Hailstorm
2009-06-17
Hailstorm
2009-06-17
Hailstorm
2009-06-17
Hailstorm
2009-04-13
Tornado
2009-04-10
Tornado
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-04-05
Hailstorm
2009-03-28
Hailstorm
2009-03-28
Hailstorm
2009-02-18
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ike
2008-09-12Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-05-24Hailstorm
2008-05-02
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Tornado
2008-02-05
Hailstorm
2007-08-02
Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2006-09-22Hailstorm
2006-06-07
Hailstorm
2006-06-07
Hailstorm
2006-06-07
Hailstorm
2006-04-19
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Tornado
2006-04-02
Hailstorm
2006-04-02
Hailstorm
2006-03-09
Hailstorm
2006-03-09
Tornado
2005-05-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-12-07Hailstorm
2004-05-26
Hailstorm
2004-05-26
Hailstorm
2003-08-27
Hailstorm
2003-07-21
Hailstorm
2003-07-21
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-05-06Hailstorm
2003-05-05
Hailstorm
2003-05-04
Hailstorm
2003-04-29
Tornado
2003-04-20
Hailstorm
2003-04-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-02-26Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-05-01
Hailstorm
2002-04-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2001-11-28Hailstorm
2001-06-26
Hailstorm
2000-05-27
Hailstorm
2000-05-23
Hailstorm
1999-05-05
Hailstorm
1999-04-03
Hailstorm
1999-01-22
Hailstorm
1998-06-02
Hailstorm
1998-06-02
Hailstorm
1998-04-03
Tornado
1997-06-17
Hailstorm
1997-04-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-02-28Hailstorm
1996-05-15
Hailstorm
1996-02-27
Hailstorm
1995-05-24
Hailstorm
1994-06-25
Tornado
1994-04-27
Hailstorm
1994-04-27
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02Hailstorm
1989-11-15
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1989-08-04Tornado
1989-06-03
Hailstorm
1989-06-03
Hailstorm
1986-03-12
Hailstorm
1984-04-03
Hailstorm
1983-08-28
Hailstorm
1982-05-28
Hailstorm
1980-05-18
Hailstorm
1977-05-21
Hailstorm
1976-05-15
Hailstorm
1976-05-15
Hailstorm
1974-07-15
Hailstorm
1974-07-15
Hailstorm
1974-04-03
Hailstorm
1974-04-03
Hurricane Camille
1969-08-22
Tornado
1963-04-29
Hailstorm
1959-04-20
Hailstorm
1956-03-07