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Spencer vs Des Moines, IA
Spencer currently scores 5 points higher overall than Des Moines, with the largest gap in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Spencer: 51/100 · Des Moines: 46/100
Spencer is 5 points higher.
Flood
Spencer: 61/100 · Des Moines: 73/100
Des Moines is 12 points higher.
Wind
Spencer: 19/100 · Des Moines: 18/100
Spencer is 1 points higher.
Lightning
Spencer: 55/100 · Des Moines: 58/100
Des Moines is 3 points higher.
Tornado
Spencer: 68/100 · Des Moines: 12/100
Spencer is 56 points higher.
Hail
Spencer: 100/100 · Des Moines: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Spencer: 0/100 · Des Moines: 0/100
No gap.