Wyoming natural disaster risk
Wyoming ranks #2 of 51 from safest. Its biggest relative risks are wildfire, winter weather, landslide.
The vertical line marks the middle of U.S. counties (50).
Risk in Wyoming's largest counties
| County | Population | Risk score | FEMA rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laramie County | 101,060 | 76.7 | Relatively Low |
| Natrona County | 79,977 | 68.9 | Relatively Low |
| Campbell County | 47,240 | 56.1 | Relatively Low |
| Sweetwater County | 41,542 | 30.6 | Very Low |
| Fremont County | 39,533 | 59.7 | Relatively Low |
| Albany County | 38,249 | 48.5 | Relatively Low |
| Sheridan County | 32,055 | 65.2 | Relatively Low |
| Park County | 30,449 | 57.7 | Relatively Low |
| Teton County | 23,396 | 70.6 | Relatively Low |
| Uinta County | 20,644 | 16.7 | Very Low |
| Lincoln County | 20,486 | 51.9 | Relatively Low |
| Carbon County | 14,463 | 42.7 | Very Low |
| Converse County | 13,762 | 31.4 | Very Low |
| Goshen County | 12,605 | 28.5 | Very Low |
| Big Horn County | 11,828 | 31.1 | Very Low |
| Sublette County | 8,838 | 21.6 | Very Low |
| Johnson County | 8,686 | 19.3 | Very Low |
| Platte County | 8,612 | 25.7 | Very Low |
| Washakie County | 7,703 | 24.4 | Very Low |
| Crook County | 7,455 | 16.1 | Very Low |
| Weston County | 6,826 | 7.9 | Very Low |
| Hot Springs County | 4,620 | 16.1 | Very Low |
| Niobrara County | 2,368 | 3.3 | Very Low |
County scores are averages, and the insurance figure above is what owners with a mortgage reported paying in 2024 (Census American Community Survey); premiums have risen since, especially in high-risk areas. For a specific home, check the address on FEMA's flood map and get insurance quotes before you commit. Our guide explains how to check natural disaster risk before you move.
Lowest-risk counties in Wyoming
- Uinta County 16.7
- Sweetwater County 30.6
- Albany County 48.5
- Lincoln County 51.9
- Campbell County 56.1
- Park County 57.7
- Fremont County 59.7
- Sheridan County 65.2
Cities in Wyoming
- Cheyenne, WY risk 76.7
Frequently asked questions
Is Wyoming safe from natural disasters?
Wyoming's population-weighted FEMA risk score is 53.4 out of 100 (about average for U.S. counties), #2 of 51 from safest. No residents live in counties FEMA rates relatively high or very high.
What natural disasters happen in Wyoming?
The highest relative risks in Wyoming are wildfire, winter weather, landslide (national percentile scores 87, 83, 76).
Where is the safest place to live in Wyoming?
Among counties with at least 20,000 people, the lowest FEMA risk scores are in Uinta County, Sweetwater County, Albany County.