Natural Hazard Risks in Albuquerque, NM
Population: 565K · New Mexico
Albuquerque faces varying levels of natural hazard risk. The highest risk is from winter storms (score: 9/10). Below is a consolidated view of all major hazard types with both forward-looking risk scores and historical impact data for Albuquerque, NM.
Hazard Risk Overview
Winter Storm Risk
Extreme- •FEMA rates Albuquerque's county as Very High risk for this hazard
- •Estimated annual loss of $2M from this hazard type
- •16 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
Flood Risk
Very High- •FEMA rates Albuquerque's county as Relatively High risk
- •Estimated annual loss of $93M from this hazard type
- •Extensive history of significant events in this area
Earthquake Risk
High- •Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- •Estimated annual loss of $40M from this hazard type
- •11 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
Wildfire Risk
High- •Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- •Estimated annual loss of $3M from this hazard type
- •18 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
Extreme Heat Risk
High- •Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- •Estimated annual loss of $6M from this hazard type
- •8 events on record in proximity
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How this data is built
Albuquerque risk scores combine Historical Event Intelligence with authoritative hazard modeling delivered through Geospatial Intelligence Layers. For live event monitoring near Albuquerque, use the Event Intelligence API or the DisasterAWARE Platform.
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