Hurricane Risk in Rhode Island
All Rhode Island counties ranked by FEMA National Risk Index hurricane score
Hurricane risk — tropical cyclones bringing extreme wind, rain, and storm surge — is rated for 5 of 5 Rhode Island counties in FEMA's National Risk Index. Providence County carries the state's highest hurricane score at 91.7, with $9M in expected annual hurricane losses.
No Rhode Island county reaches the High band for hurricane, and expected annual losses from hurricane total roughly $20M statewide. The full ranking below links to each county's complete 18-hazard risk profile.
County Rankings — Hurricane
| # | County | Hurricane Score | Rating | Ann. Freq. | Ann. Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Providence County | Medium | 0.18 / yr | $9M | |
| 2 | Kent County | Medium | 0.18 / yr | $3M | |
| 3 | Washington County | Medium | 0.18 / yr | $3M | |
| 4 | Newport County | Low | 0.20 / yr | $2M | |
| 5 | Bristol County | Low | 0.20 / yr | $1M |
5 Rhode Island counties with measurable hurricane risk. See the national hurricane ranking or all Rhode Island counties by overall risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Rhode Island county has the highest hurricane risk?
Providence County has the highest FEMA hurricane risk score in Rhode Island at 91.7 (Medium), with $9M in expected annual losses and about 0.18 events per year.
How many Rhode Island counties face significant hurricane risk?
5 Rhode Island counties record measurable hurricane risk in FEMA's National Risk Index; 0 of them are rated High or Very High.