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City vs city
Arcata vs San Jose, CA
Arcata and San Jose are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Arcata: 22/100 · San Jose: 22/100
No gap.
Flood
Arcata: 43/100 · San Jose: 37/100
Arcata is 6 points higher.
Wind
Arcata: 2/100 · San Jose: 2/100
No gap.
Lightning
Arcata: 1/100 · San Jose: 0/100
Arcata is 1 points higher.
Tornado
Arcata: 0/100 · San Jose: 8/100
San Jose is 8 points higher.
Hail
Arcata: 6/100 · San Jose: 2/100
Arcata is 4 points higher.
Storm surge
Arcata: 0/100 · San Jose: 0/100
No gap.