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City vs city
Independence vs Columbus, OH
Independence and Columbus are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in hail.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Independence: 36/100 · Columbus: 36/100
No gap.
Flood
Independence: 59/100 · Columbus: 52/100
Independence is 7 points higher.
Wind
Independence: 18/100 · Columbus: 16/100
Independence is 2 points higher.
Lightning
Independence: 34/100 · Columbus: 27/100
Independence is 7 points higher.
Tornado
Independence: 28/100 · Columbus: 40/100
Columbus is 12 points higher.
Hail
Independence: 69/100 · Columbus: 85/100
Columbus is 16 points higher.
Storm surge
Independence: 0/100 · Columbus: 0/100
No gap.