Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 61321 61321, IL — Zone AE and 68017 68017, NE — Zone A. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 61321 61321, IL — Zone AE | 68017 68017, NE — Zone A |
|---|---|---|
| name | 61321 61321, IL — Zone AE | 68017 68017, NE — Zone A |
| zip code | 61321 | 68017 |
| city | 61321 | 68017 |
| state | Illinois | Nebraska |
| state code | IL | NE |
| category | High Risk | High Risk |
| flood zone | Zone AE (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain) | Zone A (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain, No BFE) |
| 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 | 1,403 | 1,403 |
| base flood elevation | 30 ft | 16 ft |
| historical floods | 10 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2014 | 14 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2006 |
| nearest water | Lake Ontario (4.3 miles) | Pacific Ocean (4.0 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,941 | 971 |
| population | 37,836 | 6,545 |
| median home value | 449,927 | 482,551 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $117,212 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $100,189 |
| 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 | 4705C545J | 1371C865J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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