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Salem vs Jersey City, NJ
Salem and Jersey City are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in flood.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Salem: 42/100 · Jersey City: 42/100
No gap.
Flood
Salem: 40/100 · Jersey City: 9/100
Salem is 31 points higher.
Wind
Salem: 22/100 · Jersey City: 23/100
Jersey City is 1 points higher.
Lightning
Salem: 35/100 · Jersey City: 19/100
Salem is 16 points higher.
Tornado
Salem: 0/100 · Jersey City: 0/100
No gap.
Hail
Salem: 21/100 · Jersey City: 48/100
Jersey City is 27 points higher.
Storm surge
Salem: 96/100 · Jersey City: 99/100
Jersey City is 3 points higher.