Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 07016 07016, NJ — Zone X and 12421 12421, NY — Zone X. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 07016 07016, NJ — Zone X | 12421 12421, NY — Zone X |
|---|---|---|
| name | 07016 07016, NJ — Zone X | 12421 12421, NY — Zone X |
| zip code | 07016 | 12421 |
| city | 07016 | 12421 |
| state | New Jersey | New York |
| state code | NJ | NY |
| 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 | 479 | 479 |
| 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: 2009 | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years |
| nearest water | Hudson River (3.8 miles) | Connecticut River (4.2 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,461 | 982 |
| population | 50,315 | 77,090 |
| median home value | 770,768 | 651,217 |
| flood damage risk | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $199,773 | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $97,706 |
| 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 | 8300C713J | 4547C434J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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