Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 19809 19809, DE — Zone A and 36374 36374, AL — Zone AE. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 19809 19809, DE — Zone A | 36374 36374, AL — Zone AE |
|---|---|---|
| name | 19809 19809, DE — Zone A | 36374 36374, AL — Zone AE |
| zip code | 19809 | 36374 |
| city | 19809 | 36374 |
| state | Delaware | Alabama |
| state code | DE | AL |
| category | High Risk | High Risk |
| flood zone | Zone A (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain, No BFE) | 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 | 1,588 | 1,588 |
| base flood elevation | 25 ft | 24 ft |
| historical floods | 10 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2007 | 11 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2022 |
| nearest water | Tennessee River (3.2 miles) | Chesapeake Bay (2.0 miles) |
| elevation ft | 63 | 999 |
| population | 47,068 | 67,808 |
| median home value | 434,708 | 519,758 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $159,978 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $54,074 |
| 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 | 9825C523J | 3556C115J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
Our team analyzes data from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.