Hazard Score
166 Catastrophes Recorded
Kent County, Michigan
10 Cities with a Population of 654,282, and 227,239 Households
Kent, Michigan faces a relatively moderate overall natural disaster and climate risk according to the hazard risk indexes. The risk score is 88.67, with a specific emphasis on events like hail, high winds, and thunderstorms. The area experiences a high frequency of lightning events, with a risk rating of relatively high at 91.06. The risk of flooding is also a concern, with a relatively low risk rating of 65.64, and a significant number of past events recorded.
The region's specific climate factors include high winds, hail, thunderstorms, and flooding, contributing to the overall risk assessment. Kent County is characterized by a mix of urban and rural areas, with a population of 657,870 and a total building value of $122.17 billion. The area is not prone to tsunamis or volcanic events, but its proximity to the Great Lakes and the Grand River poses a risk of flooding and water-related incidents. Additionally, the presence of fault lines and mountainous terrain in the region could potentially increase the risk of landslides and other geological hazards.
Overall, Kent, Michigan faces a variety of natural disaster risks, with specific emphasis on flooding, hail, high winds, and lightning events. The area's relatively moderate risk rating of 88.67 indicates a need for preparedness and mitigation measures to minimize potential impacts. With a mix of urban and rural landscapes, proximity to water bodies, and geological features such as fault lines and mountain peaks, Kent County must stay vigilant and prepared for a range of potential hazards.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Moderate
HAZARDS
77
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
15
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
123
Hazard Shelters
43
Fire Stations
10
Hospitals
13
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Kent County, Michigan, has a population of 654,282 with a population density of 750.4 people per square mile. The population has grown since 2010, with a 8.6% increase to 602,622. The county is predominantly White (73.6%), followed by Black (9%), Hispanic (8.9%), and Asian (2.1%) residents. The county has a slightly higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 78.9%, but a lower percentage of Black residents compared to the state average of 13.7%. The median age in Kent County is 34.4, with a slightly higher percentage of females (51.8%) compared to males (48.2%). The county has a higher median age than the state average of 39.7 years.
In terms of housing, Kent County has 227,239 households with an average size of 2.6 people per household. The county has a higher percentage of owner-occupied households (69.7%) compared to renter-occupied households (30.3%). Kent County also has a higher average family size of 3.16 compared to the state average of 2.86. In terms of agriculture, Kent County has 1,010 farms with an average farm size of 156 acres and a total crop acreage of 124,769 acres. The average farm sale in 2017 was $260,213. Kent County's agricultural industry is significant, contributing to the state's overall agricultural output.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2020-04-07
Hailstorm
2020-04-07
Tornado
2019-09-11
Hailstorm
2019-08-29
South Croton
2017-09-27
Tornado
2017-04-10
Tornado
2016-08-20
Tornado
2016-08-20
Hailstorm
2016-04-25
Tornado
2015-07-13
Tornado
2014-07-06
Hailstorm
2014-06-18
Hailstorm
2014-04-29
Hailstorm
2013-06-17
Hailstorm
2013-05-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-04-22Hailstorm
2012-05-03
Hailstorm
2012-03-16
Hailstorm
2012-03-12
Hailstorm
2011-07-01
Hailstorm
2011-04-26
Hailstorm
2011-04-26
Hailstorm
2011-04-19
Hailstorm
2010-05-31
Hailstorm
2010-04-06
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-06-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-12-10Hurricane Gustav
2008-09-05
Hailstorm
2008-07-02
Hailstorm
2008-07-02
Hailstorm
2008-07-02
Hailstorm
2008-06-06
Hailstorm
2008-06-06
Hailstorm
2008-06-06
Hailstorm
2008-06-06
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-11
Hailstorm
2008-04-11
Hailstorm
2008-04-11
Hailstorm
2007-06-02
Hailstorm
2007-06-02
Tornado
2006-09-23
Hailstorm
2006-09-06
Hailstorm
2006-06-03
Hailstorm
2006-06-03
Hailstorm
2006-06-02
Hailstorm
2006-06-02
Hailstorm
2006-05-30
Hailstorm
2006-05-30
Hailstorm
2006-05-30
Hailstorm
2005-11-09
Hailstorm
2005-09-22
Hailstorm
2005-07-25
Hailstorm
2005-06-30
Hailstorm
2005-06-14
Hailstorm
2005-06-05
Hailstorm
2005-06-05
Hailstorm
2004-07-21
Hailstorm
2004-06-13
Hailstorm
2004-05-21
Hailstorm
2004-05-21
Hailstorm
2004-05-21
Hailstorm
2004-05-12
Hailstorm
2004-05-11
Hailstorm
2003-08-01
Hailstorm
2003-07-20
Hailstorm
2003-07-20
Hailstorm
2003-07-20
Hailstorm
2003-06-08
Hailstorm
2003-05-10
Hailstorm
2003-05-10
Hailstorm
2003-03-20
Tornado
2002-08-13
Hailstorm
2002-04-18
Hailstorm
2001-10-24
Tornado
2001-05-21
Tornado
2001-05-21
Tornado
2001-05-21
Tornado
2001-05-21
Hailstorm
2000-07-28
Hailstorm
2000-06-14
Hailstorm
2000-05-18
Hailstorm
2000-05-12
Hailstorm
1999-07-28
Hailstorm
1999-05-17
Hailstorm
1998-06-24
Hailstorm
1998-05-31
Hailstorm
1998-05-06
Hailstorm
1998-04-16
Hailstorm
1997-09-19
Hailstorm
1997-09-19
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Tornado
1996-08-19
Hailstorm
1994-09-25
Hailstorm
1994-09-25
Hailstorm
1994-08-13
Hailstorm
1994-04-15
Hailstorm
1994-04-15
Hailstorm
1993-08-06
Hailstorm
1993-08-06
Hailstorm
1993-08-01
Tornado
1992-06-17
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02Hailstorm
1991-08-17
Tornado
1991-07-07
Tornado
1990-09-14
Tornado
1989-09-06
Hailstorm
1988-10-16
Hailstorm
1988-07-15
Hailstorm
1987-08-21
Hailstorm
1987-08-21
Tornado
1987-07-09
Hailstorm
1987-07-09
Hailstorm
1987-07-09
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1986-09-09Hailstorm
1986-08-02
Hailstorm
1985-07-05
Hailstorm
1985-07-04
Hailstorm
1985-07-04
Hailstorm
1985-05-30
Hailstorm
1984-07-27
Hailstorm
1983-07-21
Hailstorm
1983-07-21
Hailstorm
1981-06-20
Tornado
1979-07-24
Tornado
1976-07-28
Tornado
1976-06-15
Hailstorm
1975-06-04
Hailstorm
1975-05-21
Hailstorm
1975-05-21
Tornado
1975-05-20
Hailstorm
1974-08-12
Hailstorm
1974-07-28
Hailstorm
1974-04-14
Hailstorm
1972-08-18
Hailstorm
1971-08-24
Tornado
1969-06-25
Hailstorm
1969-06-12
Tornado
1968-09-09
Tornado
1968-08-05
Hailstorm
1968-06-29
Hailstorm
1968-06-29
Hailstorm
1968-06-29
Hailstorm
1968-06-29
Tornado
1967-04-21
Tornado
1967-04-21
Hailstorm
1966-10-14
Tornado
1966-04-20
Hailstorm
1965-07-17
Hailstorm
1965-07-17
Hailstorm
1963-07-31
Hailstorm
1962-04-30
Hailstorm
1961-10-25
Hurricane Carla
1961-09-18
Hailstorm
1961-08-19
Hailstorm
1961-08-15
Hailstorm
1961-07-12
Tornado
1960-04-16
Tornado
1956-07-01
Hailstorm
1956-07-01