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City vs city
Albany vs New York, NY
Albany and New York are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in storm surge.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Albany: 52/100 · New York: 52/100
No gap.
Flood
Albany: 69/100 · New York: 50/100
Albany is 19 points higher.
Wind
Albany: 18/100 · New York: 24/100
New York is 6 points higher.
Lightning
Albany: 23/100 · New York: 19/100
Albany is 4 points higher.
Tornado
Albany: 0/100 · New York: 0/100
No gap.
Hail
Albany: 100/100 · New York: 54/100
Albany is 46 points higher.
Storm surge
Albany: 0/100 · New York: 99/100
New York is 99 points higher.