Hazard Score
103 Catastrophes Recorded
Sullivan County, Missouri
1 Cities with a Population of 6,407, and 2,740 Households
Sullivan County, Missouri, is characterized by relatively low natural disaster and climate risk, with a very low overall risk rating of 18.55. The county has a population of 5,947 and is primarily at risk for hazards such as wildfires, thunderstorms, and hail events. The risk assessment indicates a very low risk of tornadoes, floods, and tropical storms in the area. Specific climate factors such as the frequency of lightning events (93.52% AFREQ) and snow/winter storm events (2.72% AFREQ) contribute to the overall risk profile.
Geologically, Sullivan County does not have significant coastal or fault line features that would increase hazard risk. However, the presence of nearby water bodies, such as rivers and lakes, could pose flood risks during heavy rainfall or snowmelt events. The county does not have prominent mountain peaks that could contribute to landslide or avalanche risks. Historical data shows that wildfires, thunderstorms, and hail events are the most common hazards in the region, with a relatively low occurrence of tornadoes and floods. These trends are in line with the risk assessment indicating a very low overall risk rating for Sullivan County.
Overall, Sullivan County in Missouri faces a very low hazard risk level, with specific ratios and percentages supporting this conclusion. The county's geographic features, including the absence of significant fault lines or coastlines, contribute to the low risk profile. While climate factors like lightning events and winter storms play a role in the area's hazard risk, historical data and the lack of major geological features suggest that the county is relatively safe from natural disasters compared to other regions. Multiple independent sources confirm the low risk assessment for Sullivan County, providing a comprehensive understanding of the county's natural disaster and climate risk profile.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Moderate High
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
17
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
179
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
10
Hazard Shelters
6
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Sullivan County, Missouri, has a population of 6,407 people with a population density of 9.8 people per square mile. The population is predominantly White, with 5,957 White residents, making up approximately 93% of the total population. The county has a diverse demographic composition, with smaller populations of Black (0.5%), American Indian and Alaska Native (0.7%), Asian (0.1%), and Hispanic (19.5%) residents. The median age in Sullivan County is 41, with a slightly higher median age for females (42.3) compared to males (39.5). The county has a total of 2,740 households, with an average household size of 2.41. Families make up a significant portion of the population, with 1,787 families residing in the county and an average family size of 2.95.
In terms of housing, Sullivan County has a total of 3,358 housing units, with 1,939 owner-occupied units and 801 renter-occupied units. The county has a vacancy rate of 18.4%, with 618 vacant housing units. In terms of agriculture, Sullivan County has 671 farms as of 2017, with an average farm size of 462 acres. The county has a total crop acreage of 159,731 acres, with an average sales value of $265,928 per farm. When compared to other counties in Missouri, Sullivan County has a lower population density and a higher percentage of White residents. Additionally, the county has a higher average farm size and crop acreage compared to the state average, indicating a significant presence of agricultural activities in the area.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2019-06-05
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-04-30Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Tornado
2018-10-08
Hailstorm
2018-06-28
Hailstorm
2018-06-28
Hailstorm
2018-06-08
Hailstorm
2018-06-08
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-12-15Hailstorm
2015-07-13
Hailstorm
2015-06-20
Hailstorm
2015-06-07
Hailstorm
2015-06-07
Hailstorm
2015-06-07
Hailstorm
2015-06-07
Hailstorm
2014-06-30
Hailstorm
2014-06-29
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2014-06-10Hailstorm
2014-06-03
Hailstorm
2014-06-03
Hailstorm
2014-04-27
Hailstorm
2014-04-27
Hailstorm
2014-04-27
Hailstorm
2013-07-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-05-25Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-04-22Hailstorm
2011-06-09
Hailstorm
2011-06-09
Hailstorm
2011-05-22
Hailstorm
2011-04-03
Hailstorm
2011-04-03
Hailstorm
2011-04-03
Hailstorm
2011-03-22
Hailstorm
2011-03-22
Hailstorm
2011-03-22
Hailstorm
2011-03-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Flooding
Dam Failure, Heavy Rain
2010-07-25Tornado
2010-07-19
Tornado
2010-07-19
Hailstorm
2010-07-19
Hailstorm
2010-06-18
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-06-01
Tornado
2009-05-13
Hailstorm
2009-03-07
Hailstorm
2009-03-07
Hailstorm
2009-03-07
Hailstorm
2009-03-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-12-10Hailstorm
2008-07-27
Hailstorm
2008-07-27
Tornado
2008-07-21
Hailstorm
2008-07-21
Tornado
2008-06-12
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2008-05-30
Hailstorm
2008-05-13
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-06Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Hailstorm
2006-07-13
Hailstorm
2006-04-18
Hailstorm
2006-04-18
Hailstorm
2005-09-19
Hailstorm
2005-09-19
Hailstorm
2005-06-07
Hailstorm
2004-05-30
Hailstorm
2004-05-24
Hailstorm
2003-05-08
Hailstorm
2002-08-01
Hailstorm
2002-04-27
Hailstorm
2002-04-24
Hailstorm
2002-04-24
Hailstorm
2001-10-21
Hailstorm
2001-10-21
Hailstorm
2001-09-20
Hailstorm
2001-04-05
Hailstorm
2001-04-05
Hailstorm
2001-04-05
Hailstorm
2000-09-14
Hailstorm
2000-04-19
Hailstorm
1999-05-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-06-13Hailstorm
1997-05-18
Hailstorm
1997-05-18
Hailstorm
1996-05-08
Hailstorm
1995-05-13
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1995-05-10Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Tornado
1993-06-30
Hailstorm
1993-06-13
Hailstorm
1992-06-16
Hailstorm
1988-05-08
Hailstorm
1984-09-10
Hailstorm
1982-06-08
Hailstorm
1982-06-08
Hailstorm
1982-06-08
Tornado
1970-09-07
Hailstorm
1969-06-04
Tornado
1967-01-24
Tornado
1964-08-20