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Arcata vs Chico, CA
Chico currently scores 2 points higher overall than Arcata, with the largest gap in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Arcata: 20/100 · Chico: 22/100
Chico is 2 points higher.
Flood
Arcata: 43/100 · Chico: 46/100
Chico is 3 points higher.
Wind
Arcata: 2/100 · Chico: 4/100
Chico is 2 points higher.
Lightning
Arcata: 1/100 · Chico: 1/100
No gap.
Tornado
Arcata: 0/100 · Chico: 8/100
Chico is 8 points higher.
Hail
Arcata: 6/100 · Chico: 10/100
Chico is 4 points higher.
Storm surge
Arcata: 0/100 · Chico: 0/100
No gap.