Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 06242 06242, CT — Zone X and 19438 19438, PA — Zone X. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 06242 06242, CT — Zone X | 19438 19438, PA — Zone X |
|---|---|---|
| name | 06242 06242, CT — Zone X | 19438 19438, PA — Zone X |
| zip code | 06242 | 19438 |
| city | 06242 | 19438 |
| state | Connecticut | Pennsylvania |
| state code | CT | PA |
| 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 | 261 | 261 |
| base flood elevation | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years | 2 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2010 |
| nearest water | Puget Sound (4.6 miles) | Rio Grande (1.2 miles) |
| elevation ft | 786 | 689 |
| population | 69,495 | 29,333 |
| median home value | 152,804 | 345,282 |
| flood damage risk | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $83,341 | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $39,936 |
| 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 | 6188C196J | 8316C370J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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