Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 27215 27215, NC — Zone A and 29556 29556, SC — Zone AE. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 27215 27215, NC — Zone A | 29556 29556, SC — Zone AE |
|---|---|---|
| name | 27215 27215, NC — Zone A | 29556 29556, SC — Zone AE |
| zip code | 27215 | 29556 |
| city | 27215 | 29556 |
| state | North Carolina | South Carolina |
| state code | NC | SC |
| 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 | 2,349 | 2,349 |
| base flood elevation | 26 ft | 27 ft |
| historical floods | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years | 7 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2005 |
| nearest water | Gulf of Mexico (1.8 miles) | Susquehanna River (3.1 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,920 | 1,636 |
| population | 17,285 | 46,268 |
| median home value | 620,726 | 730,218 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $40,792 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $70,907 |
| 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 | 8756C212J | 4431C852J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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