Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 08836 08836, NJ — Zone X and 12307 12307, NY — Zone X. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 08836 08836, NJ — Zone X | 12307 12307, NY — Zone X |
|---|---|---|
| name | 08836 08836, NJ — Zone X | 12307 12307, NY — Zone X |
| zip code | 08836 | 12307 |
| city | 08836 | 12307 |
| 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 | 281 | 281 |
| base flood elevation | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 1 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2020 | 1 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2018 |
| nearest water | drainage canal (2.8 miles) | Lake Superior (0.5 miles) |
| elevation ft | 19 | 1,713 |
| population | 68,235 | 60,002 |
| median home value | 657,625 | 269,162 |
| flood damage risk | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $52,374 | 5-10% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $103,893 |
| 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 | 3426C263J | 5553C448J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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