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City vs city
Somerville vs Chelsea, MA
Somerville and Chelsea 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
Somerville: 38/100 · Chelsea: 38/100
No gap.
Flood
Somerville: 30/100 · Chelsea: 48/100
Chelsea is 18 points higher.
Wind
Somerville: 27/100 · Chelsea: 27/100
No gap.
Lightning
Somerville: 10/100 · Chelsea: 10/100
No gap.
Tornado
Somerville: 8/100 · Chelsea: 16/100
Chelsea is 8 points higher.
Hail
Somerville: 59/100 · Chelsea: 31/100
Somerville is 28 points higher.
Storm surge
Somerville: 82/100 · Chelsea: 98/100
Chelsea is 16 points higher.