Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 13740 13740, NY — Zone AE and 29555 29555, SC — Zone AE. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 13740 13740, NY — Zone AE | 29555 29555, SC — Zone AE |
|---|---|---|
| name | 13740 13740, NY — Zone AE | 29555 29555, SC — Zone AE |
| zip code | 13740 | 29555 |
| city | 13740 | 29555 |
| state | New York | South Carolina |
| state code | NY | 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 | 1,286 | 1,286 |
| base flood elevation | 15 ft | 22 ft |
| historical floods | 9 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2022 | 9 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2008 |
| nearest water | local creek (3.1 miles) | Delaware River (1.2 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,839 | 737 |
| population | 18,257 | 12,783 |
| median home value | 592,495 | 613,034 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $98,086 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $96,180 |
| 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 | 5213C934J | 1518C191J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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