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Des Moines vs Tacoma, WA
Tacoma currently scores 3 points higher overall than Des Moines, with the largest gap in flood.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Des Moines: 20/100 · Tacoma: 23/100
Tacoma is 3 points higher.
Flood
Des Moines: 74/100 · Tacoma: 54/100
Des Moines is 20 points higher.
Wind
Des Moines: 7/100 · Tacoma: 7/100
No gap.
Lightning
Des Moines: 2/100 · Tacoma: 2/100
No gap.
Tornado
Des Moines: 8/100 · Tacoma: 12/100
Tacoma is 4 points higher.
Hail
Des Moines: 0/100 · Tacoma: 0/100
No gap.
Storm surge
Des Moines: 0/100 · Tacoma: 0/100
No gap.