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City vs city
Independence vs Akron, OH
Independence currently scores 4 points higher overall than Akron, with the largest gap in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Independence: 36/100 · Akron: 32/100
Independence is 4 points higher.
Flood
Independence: 59/100 · Akron: 69/100
Akron is 10 points higher.
Wind
Independence: 18/100 · Akron: 18/100
No gap.
Lightning
Independence: 34/100 · Akron: 26/100
Independence is 8 points higher.
Tornado
Independence: 28/100 · Akron: 8/100
Independence is 20 points higher.
Hail
Independence: 69/100 · Akron: 65/100
Independence is 4 points higher.
Storm surge
Independence: 0/100 · Akron: 0/100
No gap.