Hawaii Natural Disaster Risk by County
FEMA National Risk Index rankings for all 5 counties
Hawaii spans 5 counties with an average FEMA National Risk Index score of 75.0 (high risk) and roughly $1.08B in combined expected annual loss statewide. 2 counties are rated High or Very High risk.
Topping the rankings is Honolulu County (score 98.8, high), while Kalawao County (score 0.1) carries the lowest. Use the table below to compare every county by score, top hazard, and expected annual loss.
County Rankings
| # | County | Risk Score | Risk Rating | Top Hazard | Ann. Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honolulu County | High | Lightning | $517M | |
| 2 | Hawaii County | High | Volcanic Activity | $365M | |
| 3 | Maui County | Medium | Volcanic Activity | $132M | |
| 4 | Kauai County | Medium | Landslide | $61M | |
| 5 | Kalawao County | Very Low | Earthquake | $260K |
All 5 Hawaii counties, ranked by FEMA National Risk Index score.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Hawaii county has the highest natural disaster risk?
Honolulu County has the highest FEMA National Risk Index score in Hawaii at 98.8 (High), driven largely by lightning.
What is the average natural disaster risk in Hawaii?
Hawaii counties average a National Risk Index score of 75.0 across 5 counties, with 2 rated High or Very High risk.
How much are expected annual losses across Hawaii?
FEMA estimates roughly $1.08B in combined expected annual loss from natural hazards across all Hawaii counties.