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City vs city
Blacksburg vs Salem, VA
Blacksburg and Salem are tied on overall score, with the biggest factor difference in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Blacksburg: 38/100 · Salem: 38/100
No gap.
Flood
Blacksburg: 22/100 · Salem: 26/100
Salem is 4 points higher.
Wind
Blacksburg: 17/100 · Salem: 17/100
No gap.
Lightning
Blacksburg: 26/100 · Salem: 29/100
Salem is 3 points higher.
Tornado
Blacksburg: 0/100 · Salem: 24/100
Salem is 24 points higher.
Hail
Blacksburg: 100/100 · Salem: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Blacksburg: 0/100 · Salem: 0/100
No gap.