Hazard Score
216 Catastrophes Recorded
Waukesha County, Wisconsin
11 Cities with a Population of 411,705, and 152,663 Households
Waukesha, Wisconsin has a relatively moderate risk rating for natural disasters and climate risks, with a risk score of 85.56. The area is prone to events such as hailstorms, snowstorms, flooding, and thunderstorms. The county has experienced 129 hail events, 144 snow/wind events, 77 flooding events, and 1098 lightning events. These events contribute to the overall risk profile of Waukesha County.
Specific climate factors in Waukesha include its location in the Great Lakes region, which can lead to heavy snowfall in the winter and severe thunderstorms in the summer. The area is also prone to flooding due to its proximity to rivers and lakes. Additionally, the county has experienced 10 heavy wind events, indicating a risk of wind damage during storms. The presence of fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies in the region can exacerbate the impact of natural disasters.
Overall, Waukesha County's risk of natural disasters and climate-related events is influenced by its geological features and climate patterns. It is essential for residents and authorities to be prepared for a variety of hazards, including hailstorms, flooding, and snowstorms. By understanding the specific risks and taking proactive measures to mitigate them, the community can better prepare for and respond to future events.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Moderate
HAZARDS
27
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
25
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
130
Hazard Shelters
53
Fire Stations
14
Hospitals
27
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Waukesha County in Wisconsin has a population of 411,705, with a population density of 709.2 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population, with 88.4% White, 1.2% Black, 2.6% Asian, and 3.9% Hispanic residents. The median age in Waukesha County is 41.9 years, with a slightly higher median age for females at 42.9 years compared to males at 40.8 years. The county has a total of 152,663 households, with an average household size of 2.52 people. The majority of households are owner-occupied (77%) compared to renter-occupied (23%).
In comparison to other counties in Wisconsin, Waukesha County stands out for its relatively high population density and diverse demographic composition. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 81.7%, but a lower percentage of Black residents (state average of 6.7%). Waukesha County also has a higher median age compared to the state average of 39.8 years. The county's average household size is slightly lower than the state average of 2.54 people per household, and it has a higher percentage of owner-occupied households compared to the state average of 68.1%. Additionally, Waukesha County has a significant agricultural presence, with 574 farms in 2017 covering a total of 71,502 acres.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Marcy Rd
2021-04-02
Hailstorm
2020-06-10
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2020-06-10
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2020-06-10
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2020-04-07
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2018-05-02
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2018-05-02
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2018-05-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snowmelt
2018-02-19Hailstorm
2017-07-15
Hailstorm
2017-07-15
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2017-07-15
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2017-07-07
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2017-07-01
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2017-06-19
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2017-03-23
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2017-03-23
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2016-04-25
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2015-11-11
Tornado
2015-08-18
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2015-08-14
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2015-08-14
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2015-08-14
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2015-08-02
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2015-08-02
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2015-08-02
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2015-08-02
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2014-08-01
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2014-08-01
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2014-06-18
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2014-06-17
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2014-06-17
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2014-05-07
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2014-05-07
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2014-04-12
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2014-04-12
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2014-04-12
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2013-08-30
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2013-08-30
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2013-08-30
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2013-08-30
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2013-08-30
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2013-08-21
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2013-08-21
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2013-07-21
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2013-06-27
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2013-05-28
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2012-08-16
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2012-07-30
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2012-05-28
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2012-05-01
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2012-05-01
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2012-05-01
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2011-05-11
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2011-05-11
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2011-05-11
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2010-09-06
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2010-09-06
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2010-09-02
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2010-09-02
Flooding
Dam Failure, Heavy Rain
2010-07-25Tornado
2010-07-22
Hailstorm
2010-07-10
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2010-06-23
Tornado
2010-06-21
Tornado
2010-06-21
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2010-06-21
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2009-09-27
Tornado
2009-06-08
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2009-06-08
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2008-06-28
Tornado
2008-06-07
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2008-06-07
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2008-06-07
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2008-06-07
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2008-06-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2008-04-25
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2007-09-27
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2007-09-27
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2007-07-09
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2007-03-22
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2007-03-22
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2007-03-21
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2007-03-21
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2007-03-21
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2006-09-08
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2006-09-06
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2006-08-24
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2006-07-09
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2006-07-09
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2006-06-28
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2006-05-17
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2006-04-13
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2006-04-13
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2006-04-13
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2006-04-13
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2006-04-13
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2006-04-13
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2005-11-05
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2005-05-06
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2005-05-06
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2005-05-06
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2005-05-06
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2005-03-30
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2004-07-16
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2004-07-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-06-10Hailstorm
2004-05-23
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2004-05-23
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2004-05-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-05-22Hailstorm
2004-05-10
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2004-05-08
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2004-03-01
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2003-08-01
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2003-07-31
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2003-07-31
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2001-06-18
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2001-06-18
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2001-05-14
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2001-05-14
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2001-05-14
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2001-05-14
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2001-05-14
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2000-07-02
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2000-05-18
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2000-05-18
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2000-05-18
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2000-05-18
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2000-05-18
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2000-05-18
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2000-05-11
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2000-05-11
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2000-05-08
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2000-03-08
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1999-08-10
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1999-07-09
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1999-06-28
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1999-06-28
Tornado
1999-06-06
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1998-09-01
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1998-08-24
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1998-08-04Hailstorm
1997-06-21
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1997-05-05
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1996-10-29
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1996-10-29
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1995-08-09
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1995-08-07
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1995-08-07
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1995-07-15
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1995-07-15
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1995-06-07
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1995-04-18
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1995-04-18
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1994-06-11
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1994-03-23
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1993-07-03
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1991-09-09
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1991-04-08
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Hailstorm
1989-07-27
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1988-08-08
Tornado
1988-05-08
Tornado
1987-08-16
Tornado
1987-07-06
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1987-05-21
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1987-05-21
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1987-05-21
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1986-08-06Tornado
1985-08-17
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1985-05-26
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1984-06-26
Tornado
1984-04-27
Tornado
1982-05-15
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1980-08-04
Tornado
1980-07-29
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1980-06-05
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1980-05-30
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1980-05-30
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1980-05-28
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1979-06-20
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1979-06-20
Tornado
1977-04-02
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1977-04-02
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1975-07-03
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1975-07-03
Tornado
1973-08-30
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1973-08-30
Tornado
1972-07-14
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1972-07-14
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1969-08-11
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1969-07-11
Tornado
1967-05-18
Tornado
1966-07-10
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1965-07-13
Tornado
1965-06-27
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1965-05-08
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1963-07-31
Tornado
1959-06-11
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1956-07-16
Tornado
1954-04-07