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City vs city
Salem vs Independence, MO
Independence currently scores 7 points higher overall than Salem, with the largest gap in flood.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Salem: 40/100 · Independence: 47/100
Independence is 7 points higher.
Flood
Salem: 34/100 · Independence: 50/100
Independence is 16 points higher.
Wind
Salem: 16/100 · Independence: 18/100
Independence is 2 points higher.
Lightning
Salem: 65/100 · Independence: 75/100
Independence is 10 points higher.
Tornado
Salem: 4/100 · Independence: 16/100
Independence is 12 points higher.
Hail
Salem: 100/100 · Independence: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Salem: 0/100 · Independence: 0/100
No gap.