City vs city
Washington vs Independence, MO
Independence currently scores 8 points higher overall than Washington, with the largest gap in lightning.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Washington: 40/100 · Independence: 48/100
Independence is 8 points higher.
Flood
Washington: 52/100 · Independence: 50/100
Washington is 2 points higher.
Wind
Washington: 16/100 · Independence: 18/100
Independence is 2 points higher.
Lightning
Washington: 51/100 · Independence: 75/100
Independence is 24 points higher.
Tornado
Washington: 15/100 · Independence: 23/100
Independence is 8 points higher.
Hail
Washington: 86/100 · Independence: 100/100
Independence is 14 points higher.
Storm surge
Washington: 0/100 · Independence: 0/100
No gap.