Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 24248 24248, VA — Zone A and 28512 28512, NC — Zone AE. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 24248 24248, VA — Zone A | 28512 28512, NC — Zone AE |
|---|---|---|
| name | 24248 24248, VA — Zone A | 28512 28512, NC — Zone AE |
| zip code | 24248 | 28512 |
| city | 24248 | 28512 |
| state | Virginia | North Carolina |
| state code | VA | NC |
| 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 | 1,454 | 1,454 |
| base flood elevation | 14 ft | 15 ft |
| historical floods | 6 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2015 | 3 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2013 |
| nearest water | Long Island Sound (2.5 miles) | retention pond (3.9 miles) |
| elevation ft | 21 | 706 |
| population | 72,759 | 65,313 |
| median home value | 568,379 | 298,879 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $87,390 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $111,195 |
| 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 | 2260C405J | 4460C620J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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