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City vs city
Sterling vs Roanoke, VA
Sterling and Roanoke 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
Sterling: 39/100 · Roanoke: 39/100
No gap.
Flood
Sterling: 30/100 · Roanoke: 24/100
Sterling is 6 points higher.
Wind
Sterling: 20/100 · Roanoke: 17/100
Sterling is 3 points higher.
Lightning
Sterling: 35/100 · Roanoke: 30/100
Sterling is 5 points higher.
Tornado
Sterling: 8/100 · Roanoke: 19/100
Roanoke is 11 points higher.
Hail
Sterling: 100/100 · Roanoke: 100/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Sterling: 0/100 · Roanoke: 0/100
No gap.