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City vs city
Opelousas vs Houma, LA
Opelousas and Houma are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in hail.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Opelousas: 45/100 · Houma: 45/100
No gap.
Flood
Opelousas: 23/100 · Houma: 42/100
Houma is 19 points higher.
Wind
Opelousas: 27/100 · Houma: 57/100
Houma is 30 points higher.
Lightning
Opelousas: 97/100 · Houma: 76/100
Opelousas is 21 points higher.
Tornado
Opelousas: 31/100 · Houma: 15/100
Opelousas is 16 points higher.
Hail
Opelousas: 72/100 · Houma: 23/100
Opelousas is 49 points higher.
Storm surge
Opelousas: 64/100 · Houma: 97/100
Houma is 33 points higher.