Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 12873 12873, NY — Zone AE and 34661 34661, FL — Zone A. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 12873 12873, NY — Zone AE | 34661 34661, FL — Zone A |
|---|---|---|
| name | 12873 12873, NY — Zone AE | 34661 34661, FL — Zone A |
| zip code | 12873 | 34661 |
| city | 12873 | 34661 |
| state | New York | Florida |
| state code | NY | FL |
| category | High Risk | High Risk |
| flood zone | Zone AE (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain) | Zone A (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain, No BFE) |
| 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 | 2,701 | 2,700 |
| base flood elevation | 18 ft | 26 ft |
| historical floods | 15 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2009 | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years |
| nearest water | drainage canal (1.8 miles) | Delaware River (1.5 miles) |
| elevation ft | 753 | 3 |
| population | 33,232 | 44,601 |
| median home value | 139,901 | 313,781 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $46,285 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $90,296 |
| 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 | 7233C593J | 3402C927J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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