Hazard Score
74 Catastrophes Recorded
Barry County, Michigan
3 Cities with a Population of 63,392, and 22,551 Households
Barry County, Michigan, with a population of 62,414, has a very low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating. The risk index scores indicate very low to relatively low risk levels for various hazards such as hail, high winds, flooding, and lightning strikes. The area is prone to certain events like hailstorms and high wind occurrences, with a relatively low risk of significant damages. However, the risk of more severe events like tornadoes and wildfires is relatively moderate in comparison.
Barry County is not located near coastlines or fault lines, which reduces the risk of certain natural disasters like hurricanes, tsunamis, or earthquakes. The region is characterized by rolling hills and fertile farmland, with no significant mountain peaks or major water bodies, which helps mitigate geological risks. Historical data show a low frequency of extreme weather events and natural disasters in the area, contributing to its very low risk assessment. The proximity to the Great Lakes may influence weather patterns, but overall, the area is not prone to significant climate-related risks.
In summary, Barry County, Michigan, benefits from its geographic location and lack of major geological features that could pose significant natural disaster risks. The area's low population density and historical data indicating minimal occurrences of extreme events contribute to its very low overall hazard risk rating. While certain hazards like hail and high winds are present, the county's risk of more catastrophic events like tornadoes or wildfires remains relatively low. Multiple independent sources corroborate these findings, making Barry County a relatively safe area in terms of natural disaster and climate risks.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
12
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
15
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
20
Hazard Shelters
12
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
7
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Barry County, located in Michigan, has a population of 63,392 with a population density of 109.9 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county is predominantly White, making up 90.5% of the population, followed by Multiracial individuals at 1.2%, Hispanic at 2.1%, and Black at 0.3%. The county has a slightly higher percentage of females at 49.3% compared to males at 46.8%. The median age in Barry County is 41.2, with a median age for males at 40.3 and for females at 42.1. The average household size is 2.6, with 23.4% of households being single-male households and 25.5% being single-female households. Additionally, the county has a total of 16,587 families with an average family size of 3.
In terms of housing, Barry County has a total of 27,010 housing units, with 18,891 units being owner-occupied and 3,660 units being renter-occupied. The county has a vacancy rate of 16.5%. In terms of agriculture, Barry County has 938 farms as of 2017, with an average farm size of 165 acres. The county has a total of 119,174 acres of cropland, with an average sales value of $148,915 per farm. Compared to other counties in Michigan, Barry County's population density is slightly higher than the state average of 103.7 people per square mile. Additionally, Barry County has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 78.9%. The county also has a higher median age compared to the state average of 39.9 years.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Barry 02
2023-06-16
Barry 01
2023-06-07
Bsga-23-01 White Sale Rx
2023-04-27
Bsga-23-2 Hills East Unit Rx
2023-04-27
Bsga-21-1 Sarahs Savannah Rx
2023-04-24
Bsga-21-2 Barry Triangle Rx
2023-04-24
Edger Wpa Rx
2023-04-14
Tornado
2019-05-19
Tornado
2018-09-01
Hurricane Alberto
2018-05-31
Hailstorm
2014-06-25
Hailstorm
2014-05-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-04-22Hailstorm
2012-05-03
Hailstorm
2012-05-03
Hailstorm
2012-03-15
Hailstorm
2011-05-12
Hailstorm
2009-07-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-06-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-12-10Hailstorm
2008-07-02
Hailstorm
2008-06-06
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2007-10-18
Hailstorm
2007-03-01
Hailstorm
2006-09-06
Hailstorm
2006-06-28
Hailstorm
2004-08-02
Hailstorm
2004-07-13
Hailstorm
2004-06-14
Hailstorm
2004-05-20
Hailstorm
2004-05-20
Hailstorm
2004-05-10
Hailstorm
2004-05-09
Hailstorm
2003-09-24
Hailstorm
2003-08-01
Hailstorm
2003-07-20
Hailstorm
2003-07-20
Hailstorm
2003-05-10
Hailstorm
2001-08-09
Tornado
2001-05-21
Hailstorm
2000-05-18
Hailstorm
2000-05-12
Hailstorm
2000-05-09
Hailstorm
1999-07-24
Hailstorm
1998-06-25
Hailstorm
1998-06-24
Hailstorm
1998-06-12
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1994-08-20
Hailstorm
1994-06-28
Hailstorm
1993-08-06
Tornado
1993-07-18
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02Hailstorm
1988-09-18
Hailstorm
1988-08-03
Hailstorm
1988-07-23
Tornado
1987-07-20
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1986-09-09Tornado
1986-08-26
Tornado
1986-07-15
Hailstorm
1985-07-05
Hailstorm
1985-06-23
Tornado
1982-07-14
Hailstorm
1982-07-14
Hailstorm
1980-06-07
Tornado
1977-05-17
Hailstorm
1975-05-21
Tornado
1973-05-27
Tornado
1972-09-17
Tornado
1967-04-21
Tornado
1966-06-09
Tornado
1965-04-11
Tornado
1955-08-06