Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 02101 Boston, MA — Zone X and 07747 07747, NJ — Zone X. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 02101 Boston, MA — Zone X | 07747 07747, NJ — Zone X |
|---|---|---|
| name | 02101 Boston, MA — Zone X | 07747 07747, NJ — Zone X |
| zip code | 02101 | 07747 |
| city | Boston | 07747 |
| state | Massachusetts | New Jersey |
| state code | MA | NJ |
| category | Low Risk | Low Risk |
| flood zone | Zone X (Low Risk — Minimal Flood Hazard) | Zone X (Low Risk — Minimal Flood Hazard) |
| risk level | Low Risk | Low Risk |
| annual flood prob | Less than 0.2% annual chance | Less than 0.2% annual chance |
| insurance required | Optional — minimal flood hazard area | Optional — minimal flood hazard area |
| avg annual premium | 226 | 226 |
| base flood elevation | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 2 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2018 | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years |
| nearest water | local river (2.0 miles) | Gulf of Mexico (2.9 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,118 | 1,759 |
| population | 23,182 | 27,775 |
| median home value | 111,263 | 262,874 |
| flood damage risk | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $39,955 | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $55,170 |
| mitigation tips | While flood risk is minimal, consider affordable flood insurance; maintain proper drainage around foundation; keep storm drains clear; be aware that 25% of flood claims come from low-risk zones; have an emergency plan. | While flood risk is minimal, consider affordable flood insurance; maintain proper drainage around foundation; keep storm drains clear; be aware that 25% of flood claims come from low-risk zones; have an emergency plan. |
| fema map id | 9974C157J | 3655C252J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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