Hazard Score
73 Catastrophes Recorded
Montcalm County, Michigan
5 Cities with a Population of 65,440, and 23,432 Households
Montcalm, Michigan faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk score of 63.35. The county has a population of 66,606 and a total building value of $16.36 billion. Specific risks include tornadoes, with a frequency of 0.495 events per year, and hailstorms, with a risk value of $391,297.29. The area also faces risks from high winds, with a risk value of $255,641.09, and flooding, with a risk value of $64,948.15.
Montcalm County is not located near coastlines, fault lines, or major mountain peaks. However, it is home to several water bodies, including rivers and lakes, which can contribute to flood risks during heavy rainfall events. The county's topography is relatively flat, which could exacerbate flood risks. Historical events in the area include severe thunderstorms with lightning strikes causing property damage and power outages. The county's location within the Great Lakes region also exposes it to lake-effect snowstorms in the winter.
Overall, Montcalm County's geological features contribute to its relatively low risk of natural disasters. While the area is not immune to hazards like tornadoes, hailstorms, and high winds, its lack of coastal or fault line proximity helps mitigate certain risks. The county's history of severe weather events underscores the importance of preparedness and mitigation efforts to reduce potential impacts on the population and infrastructure.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
19
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
11
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
12
Hazard Shelters
15
Fire Stations
4
Hospitals
7
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Montcalm County, located in Michigan, has a population of 65,440 with a population density of 90.8 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population with 91.3% White, 2.3% Black, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.3% Asian, and 2.9% Hispanic residents. The median age in Montcalm County is 39.2, with 49.9% of the population being male and 50.1% female. The county has a total of 23,432 households, with an average household size of 2.57 people. In terms of housing, there are 28,221 housing units in the county, with 18,513 owner-occupied units and 4,919 renter-occupied units. Montcalm County also has a significant farming presence, with 962 farms in 2017 covering 191,937 acres of land.
Compared to other counties in Michigan, Montcalm County has a slightly higher population density and a lower percentage of racial minorities. The county has a higher median age compared to the state average, with a slightly higher percentage of females than males. Montcalm County also has a higher average household size and a lower percentage of vacant housing units compared to other counties in the state. In terms of farming, Montcalm County has a comparable number of farms to other counties in Michigan, but covers a larger area of land for farming purposes. Overall, Montcalm County stands out for its diverse population, stable housing market, and significant presence of agriculture.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Montcalm 02
2023-04-27
Flat River 03-2022 Turkey Tract South Rx
2023-04-26
Flat River 04-2022 Turkey Tract North Rx
2023-04-26
Fr-02-2022 Berridge Rd West Rx
2023-04-26
Fr-01-2022 Fletcher Rd West Rx
2023-04-26
Fr-07-2022 Stevenson Rd Rx
2023-04-08
Fr-05-2022 E Snows Lake Rd S Rx
2023-04-07
Flooding
Dam Breaks And Heavy Rain
2020-05-18Hailstorm
2019-09-11
Hailstorm
2019-08-29
Hurricane Alberto
2018-05-31
Poplar
2018-04-21
Hailstorm
2015-08-14
Hailstorm
2015-08-14
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2014-05-08
Hailstorm
2014-04-29
Hailstorm
2013-11-17
Hailstorm
2012-07-27
Hailstorm
2012-07-03
Hailstorm
2011-04-26
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-12-10Hurricane Gustav
2008-09-05
Hailstorm
2008-07-02
Hailstorm
2008-01-07
Hailstorm
2008-01-07
Hailstorm
2008-01-07
Hailstorm
2007-10-18
Hailstorm
2007-10-18
Tornado
2007-08-23
Hailstorm
2007-08-22
Hailstorm
2006-10-04
Hailstorm
2006-07-17
Hailstorm
2006-06-03
Hailstorm
2006-05-17
Hailstorm
2006-04-22
Hailstorm
2005-06-14
Hailstorm
2005-06-05
Hailstorm
2005-05-13
Hailstorm
2004-08-09
Hailstorm
2004-07-13
Tornado
2004-06-13
Hailstorm
2004-06-13
Hailstorm
2004-06-13
Hailstorm
2003-07-13
Hailstorm
2003-07-13
Hailstorm
2003-05-10
Hailstorm
1997-07-13
Hailstorm
1995-07-15
Hailstorm
1995-07-15
Hailstorm
1994-05-25
Hailstorm
1994-05-25
Hailstorm
1994-04-26
Hailstorm
1994-04-15
Hailstorm
1994-04-15
Hailstorm
1993-04-24
Hailstorm
1993-04-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02Hailstorm
1987-07-09
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1986-09-09Hailstorm
1984-09-02
Hailstorm
1984-09-02
Hailstorm
1983-07-31
Hailstorm
1983-07-31
Hailstorm
1977-04-20
Hailstorm
1976-03-20
Tornado
1973-08-08
Tornado
1971-06-06
Hailstorm
1968-07-05
Tornado
1965-04-11
Hurricane Carla
1961-09-18
Tornado
1960-06-23
Tornado
1956-05-12