Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 06492 06492, CT — Zone X and 18944 18944, PA — Zone X. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 06492 06492, CT — Zone X | 18944 18944, PA — Zone X |
|---|---|---|
| name | 06492 06492, CT — Zone X | 18944 18944, PA — Zone X |
| zip code | 06492 | 18944 |
| city | 06492 | 18944 |
| 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 | 497 | 497 |
| 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: 2014 | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years |
| nearest water | Missouri River (2.5 miles) | Potomac River (1.3 miles) |
| elevation ft | 482 | 1,547 |
| population | 51,136 | 71,952 |
| median home value | 465,516 | 210,397 |
| flood damage risk | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $61,370 | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $71,809 |
| 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 | 6981C140J | 4330C808J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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