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Rochester vs West Branch, IA
Rochester and West Branch are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in flood.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Rochester: 37/100 · West Branch: 37/100
No gap.
Flood
Rochester: 73/100 · West Branch: 52/100
Rochester is 21 points higher.
Wind
Rochester: 17/100 · West Branch: 17/100
No gap.
Lightning
Rochester: 45/100 · West Branch: 47/100
West Branch is 2 points higher.
Tornado
Rochester: 16/100 · West Branch: 32/100
West Branch is 16 points higher.
Hail
Rochester: 36/100 · West Branch: 50/100
West Branch is 14 points higher.
Storm surge
Rochester: 0/100 · West Branch: 0/100
No gap.