Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 23423 23423, VA — Zone A and 28450 28450, NC — Zone D. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 23423 23423, VA — Zone A | 28450 28450, NC — Zone D |
|---|---|---|
| name | 23423 23423, VA — Zone A | 28450 28450, NC — Zone D |
| zip code | 23423 | 28450 |
| city | 23423 | 28450 |
| state | Virginia | North Carolina |
| state code | VA | NC |
| category | High Risk | Undetermined |
| flood zone | Zone A (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain, No BFE) | Zone D (Undetermined Risk — No Analysis Performed) |
| risk level | High Risk | Undetermined |
| annual flood prob | 1% annual chance (100-year flood) | Unknown — flood risk not yet determined by FEMA |
| insurance required | Required for federally-backed mortgages | Recommended — risk is undetermined |
| avg annual premium | 997 | 997 |
| base flood elevation | 17 ft | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years | 3 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2010 |
| nearest water | Long Island Sound (0.5 miles) | Missouri River (1.8 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,015 | 1,571 |
| population | 66,744 | 68,425 |
| median home value | 494,461 | 782,835 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $174,967 | Unknown chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $70,965 |
| 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. | Purchase flood insurance as a precaution; research historical flooding in your area; contact your local floodplain administrator; maintain proper drainage; prepare an emergency kit and evacuation plan. |
| fema map id | 3741C976J | 5518C781J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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