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City vs city
Carthage vs Independence, MO
Carthage currently scores 2 points higher overall than Independence, with the largest gap in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Carthage: 49/100 · Independence: 47/100
Carthage is 2 points higher.
Flood
Carthage: 52/100 · Independence: 50/100
Carthage is 2 points higher.
Wind
Carthage: 17/100 · Independence: 18/100
Independence is 1 points higher.
Lightning
Carthage: 79/100 · Independence: 75/100
Carthage is 4 points higher.
Tornado
Carthage: 8/100 · Independence: 16/100
Independence is 8 points higher.
Hail
Carthage: 100/100 · Independence: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Carthage: 0/100 · Independence: 0/100
No gap.