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City vs city
Roanoke vs Salem, VA
Roanoke 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
Roanoke: 38/100 · Salem: 38/100
No gap.
Flood
Roanoke: 24/100 · Salem: 26/100
Salem is 2 points higher.
Wind
Roanoke: 17/100 · Salem: 17/100
No gap.
Lightning
Roanoke: 30/100 · Salem: 29/100
Roanoke is 1 points higher.
Tornado
Roanoke: 20/100 · Salem: 24/100
Salem is 4 points higher.
Hail
Roanoke: 100/100 · Salem: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Roanoke: 0/100 · Salem: 0/100
No gap.