Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 28217 28217, NC — Zone A and 29135 29135, SC — Zone AE. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 28217 28217, NC — Zone A | 29135 29135, SC — Zone AE |
|---|---|---|
| name | 28217 28217, NC — Zone A | 29135 29135, SC — Zone AE |
| zip code | 28217 | 29135 |
| city | 28217 | 29135 |
| 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 | 2,358 | 2,358 |
| base flood elevation | 25 ft | 24 ft |
| historical floods | 2 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2005 | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years |
| nearest water | Tampa Bay (1.3 miles) | Arkansas River (2.3 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,829 | 472 |
| population | 71,323 | 35,908 |
| median home value | 216,341 | 694,594 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $165,325 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $78,405 |
| 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 | 9109C670J | 8267C936J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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