Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 06853 06853, CT — Zone AE and 29627 29627, SC — Zone AE. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 06853 06853, CT — Zone AE | 29627 29627, SC — Zone AE |
|---|---|---|
| name | 06853 06853, CT — Zone AE | 29627 29627, SC — Zone AE |
| zip code | 06853 | 29627 |
| city | 06853 | 29627 |
| state | Connecticut | South Carolina |
| state code | CT | SC |
| category | High Risk | High Risk |
| flood zone | Zone AE (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain) | Zone AE (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain) |
| risk level | High Risk | High Risk |
| annual flood prob | 1% annual chance (100-year flood) | 1% annual chance (100-year flood) |
| insurance required | Required for federally-backed mortgages | Required for federally-backed mortgages |
| avg annual premium | 1,813 | 1,814 |
| base flood elevation | 19 ft | 20 ft |
| historical floods | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years | 8 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2004 |
| nearest water | Missouri River (3.9 miles) | Galveston Bay (3.6 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,323 | 1,938 |
| population | 11,163 | 26,202 |
| median home value | 788,044 | 598,732 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $170,555 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $166,624 |
| mitigation tips | Elevate utilities above base flood elevation; install sump pumps with battery backup; consider flood-proofing ground floor; maintain flood insurance; create an emergency evacuation plan; store important documents above flood level. | Elevate utilities above base flood elevation; install sump pumps with battery backup; consider flood-proofing ground floor; maintain flood insurance; create an emergency evacuation plan; store important documents above flood level. |
| fema map id | 1255C797J | 3656C977J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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