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City vs city
Effingham vs Chicago, IL
Effingham and Chicago are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in lightning.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Effingham: 40/100 · Chicago: 40/100
No gap.
Flood
Effingham: 46/100 · Chicago: 44/100
Effingham is 2 points higher.
Wind
Effingham: 15/100 · Chicago: 16/100
Chicago is 1 points higher.
Lightning
Effingham: 66/100 · Chicago: 35/100
Effingham is 31 points higher.
Tornado
Effingham: 32/100 · Chicago: 28/100
Effingham is 4 points higher.
Hail
Effingham: 80/100 · Chicago: 100/100
Chicago is 20 points higher.
Storm surge
Effingham: 0/100 · Chicago: 0/100
No gap.