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Independence vs Iowa City, IA
Iowa City currently scores 15 points higher overall than Independence, with the largest gap in hail.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Independence: 33/100 · Iowa City: 48/100
Iowa City is 15 points higher.
Flood
Independence: 63/100 · Iowa City: 64/100
Iowa City is 1 points higher.
Wind
Independence: 17/100 · Iowa City: 17/100
No gap.
Lightning
Independence: 31/100 · Iowa City: 47/100
Iowa City is 16 points higher.
Tornado
Independence: 23/100 · Iowa City: 38/100
Iowa City is 15 points higher.
Hail
Independence: 47/100 · Iowa City: 100/100
Iowa City is 53 points higher.
Storm surge
Independence: 0/100 · Iowa City: 0/100
No gap.