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City vs city
Washington vs Chicago, IL
Washington currently scores 3 points higher overall than Chicago, with the largest gap in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Washington: 43/100 · Chicago: 40/100
Washington is 3 points higher.
Flood
Washington: 36/100 · Chicago: 44/100
Chicago is 8 points higher.
Wind
Washington: 16/100 · Chicago: 16/100
No gap.
Lightning
Washington: 51/100 · Chicago: 35/100
Washington is 16 points higher.
Tornado
Washington: 64/100 · Chicago: 28/100
Washington is 36 points higher.
Hail
Washington: 100/100 · Chicago: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Washington: 0/100 · Chicago: 0/100
No gap.