Hazard Score
151 Catastrophes Recorded
Mason County, Michigan
2 Cities with a Population of 29,870, and 11,940 Households
Mason County, Michigan has a very low overall risk rating for natural disasters and climate events. The county has a population of 29,050 and a risk score of 9.16, indicating a very low level of risk. Specific hazards such as hail, windstorms, and lightning have relatively low risk ratings as well, with very low expected annual losses and overall risk values. The county also has a relatively moderate SOVI score, indicating a moderate level of social vulnerability to natural disasters.
Geologically, Mason County does not have any significant fault lines or active volcanoes, which contributes to its low risk rating. However, the county does have a coastline along Lake Michigan, which could be susceptible to flooding and storm surges during severe weather events. The presence of water bodies like lakes and rivers in the region can also increase the risk of flooding. Additionally, the county has some mountain peaks and hilly terrain, which could contribute to the risk of landslides or erosion during heavy rainfall events.
Overall, Mason County's natural disaster and climate risk assessment indicates a very low level of risk, with specific hazards like hail, windstorms, and lightning posing minimal threats. The county's geographic features, including its coastline, water bodies, and hilly terrain, could impact hazard risk by increasing the likelihood of flooding, landslides, and erosion. It is important for residents and local authorities to stay informed about potential risks and take appropriate measures to mitigate the impact of natural disasters in the region.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Very Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
16
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
4
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
23
Hazard Shelters
11
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Mason County, located in Michigan, has a population of 29,870 people with a population density of 58.7 people per square mile. The population is predominantly White, with 91% of the residents identifying as White, 0.6% as Black, 1% as American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.4% as Asian, and 3.8% as Hispanic. The median age in Mason County is 45.1 years, with a fairly even distribution between males and females. The county has a total of 11,940 households, with an average household size of 2.37 people and an average family size of 2.86. The homeownership rate in Mason County is 53%, with 38% of households being rented.
In terms of agriculture, Mason County has 472 farms with an average size of 181 acres, totaling 62,996 crop acres in 2017. The average sales of agricultural products in 2017 were $120,098 per farm. The county has a total area of 509.29 square miles, with 5353 vacant housing units out of a total of 17,293 housing units. When compared to other counties in Michigan, Mason County falls in the middle range in terms of population size, household size, homeownership rate, and agricultural production. It has a slightly higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 79%, and a lower percentage of Black and Hispanic residents. The county's median age is higher than the state average of 39.8 years, indicating an aging population.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Friday
2023-07-07
Jerky
2023-06-05
Go Around
2023-05-23
Poplar
2023-05-22
Decker
2023-05-10
Blaze Trail 4 Rx
2023-05-04
Campbell
2023-04-29
Boardwalk Rx
2023-04-27
Hardwood
2023-04-27
Tyndall 469 Rx
2023-04-26
Stephens 88 Rx
2023-04-24
Fire Wheel 24 Rx
2023-04-22
Koenig 43 Rx
2023-04-22
Grant
2023-04-14
Gibson
2023-04-10
Cottontail
2023-04-09
Seneca
2022-11-03
Barrel
2022-08-12
Orchard
2022-07-10
Free Soil
2022-07-03
Jovi
2022-06-02
Sandra
2022-05-12
Campbell Rd
2022-05-07
Easter
2022-04-17
Tuttle
2022-04-12
Darr Road
2022-02-03
Darr
2021-06-14
Free Soil
2021-06-05
Budzynski
2021-05-27
Barothy Road
2021-05-11
Eagle
2021-04-23
Shooting Range 163
2021-04-21
Shooting Range
2021-04-20
Tyndall 143
2021-04-06
Hamlin
2021-04-01
Landon
2021-03-21
Custer
2021-03-14
Fox Farm South
2020-11-07
Horsepower
2020-07-20
Weldon Creek
2020-07-07
Lady Finger
2020-07-03
Bennett
2020-06-28
Apache
2020-06-18
Nordhouse
2020-06-10
Schoenherr
2020-05-17
Custer
2020-05-16
Arrowhead
2020-05-09
Walhalla
2020-05-09
Quade
2020-05-07
North Taylor
2020-05-03
Navajo
2020-04-26
Field
2020-04-10
South
2020-04-06
North Morse
2020-04-02
Amber
2020-03-13
Sunday
2019-09-08
Davis Creek
2019-08-01
Freesoil
2019-07-25
Cooper Creek
2019-07-15
Custer
2019-07-07
East County Line
2019-06-07
Tuttle Road
2019-05-11
Walhalla
2019-05-06
Benson Rd
2019-04-27
Spike
2019-04-26
Cemetery
2019-04-26
Branch
2019-04-21
Stephens
2019-04-20
Looney 31/105
2019-04-04
Countyline 19
2019-04-04
Cleavland
2019-03-30
White
2019-03-29
Gibson
2019-03-29
Hamlin Rx Unit 1
2019-03-25
Sass
2019-03-25
Manistee Barrens Pile Rx
2018-12-11
Pine Road Pile Rx
2018-12-10
Wolf Trail Piles
2018-11-05
Taylor 2
2018-05-27
Benson
2018-05-27
Taylor
2018-05-19
Branch
2018-05-07
Shoshone
2018-05-05
Sr11 04/30/2018 Cancelled
2018-04-30
Tallman Lake
2018-04-30
Sandra Kay Ave
2018-04-30
Tyndall 04/28/2018
2018-04-28
Shooting Range 04/28/2018
2018-04-28
Koenig 13
2018-04-26
Pine 40
2018-04-26
Fire Wheel 24/18
2018-04-25
Hamlin Marsh
2018-04-02
Townline
2018-03-30
Smalley
2017-05-15
Ditch
2017-05-14
Woods Trail
2017-05-10
Grant Rx
2017-04-23
Hamlin Marsh Rx
2017-03-23
Darr Rd. Piles
2016-12-21
Stark Road Piles
2016-11-30
Beach
2016-07-10
Taylor Road
2016-05-31
Reid Road
2016-05-23
Barothy Rd
2016-05-16
Split Rail #2 Rx
2016-04-23
Split Rail #3 Rx
2016-04-20
Shoshone Trail
2016-04-18
Koenig Rd
2016-04-16
Split Rail #1 Rx
2016-04-14
Blazed Trail Rx
2016-03-29
Benson Road
2016-03-29
Hamlin Marsh Rx
2016-03-21
Stark Rd
2015-10-27
Koening Rx
2015-10-26
Taylor Road
2015-10-21
Rusty
2015-08-04
Green Road
2015-08-02
Shack
2015-07-31
Dewey
2015-05-22
Lunar
2015-05-05
Hawely Road
2015-05-02
Cooper Creek
2015-04-12
Lazy Day
2015-04-06
Fick
2015-03-31
Black Lung
2015-03-24
Pull Box
2014-10-31
Long Lake
2014-05-29
Larson Road
2014-05-23
Hailstorm
2012-05-03
Hailstorm
2012-05-03
Hailstorm
2012-05-03
Hailstorm
2011-10-25
Hailstorm
2011-09-29
Hailstorm
2010-09-21
Hailstorm
2008-06-14
Hailstorm
2008-06-14
Hailstorm
2008-06-14
Hailstorm
2006-10-03
Hailstorm
2005-03-30
Hailstorm
2002-04-18
Hailstorm
2001-05-17
Hailstorm
2000-07-13
Hailstorm
2000-03-08
Hailstorm
1998-09-26
Hailstorm
1996-05-19
Hailstorm
1991-07-03
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1986-09-09Tornado
1972-04-12
Tornado
1972-04-12
Tornado
1966-08-15
Hailstorm
1960-04-24