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City vs city
Independence vs Topeka, KS
Independence currently scores 2 points higher overall than Topeka, with the largest gap in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Independence: 52/100 · Topeka: 50/100
Independence is 2 points higher.
Flood
Independence: 73/100 · Topeka: 53/100
Independence is 20 points higher.
Wind
Independence: 18/100 · Topeka: 18/100
No gap.
Lightning
Independence: 88/100 · Topeka: 59/100
Independence is 29 points higher.
Tornado
Independence: 12/100 · Topeka: 52/100
Topeka is 40 points higher.
Hail
Independence: 100/100 · Topeka: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Independence: 0/100 · Topeka: 0/100
No gap.