Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 03086 03086, NH — Zone X and 03609 03609, NH — Zone X. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 03086 03086, NH — Zone X | 03609 03609, NH — Zone X |
|---|---|---|
| name | 03086 03086, NH — Zone X | 03609 03609, NH — Zone X |
| zip code | 03086 | 03609 |
| city | 03086 | 03609 |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| state code | NH | NH |
| 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 | 250 | 250 |
| 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 | 2 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2024 |
| nearest water | Connecticut River (2.0 miles) | drainage canal (1.4 miles) |
| elevation ft | 286 | 1,228 |
| population | 16,520 | 72,265 |
| median home value | 197,085 | 153,736 |
| flood damage risk | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $127,294 | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $43,260 |
| 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 | 7800C489J | 7186C301J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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