Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 61442 61442, IL — Zone AE and 71429 71429, LA — Zone AE. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 61442 61442, IL — Zone AE | 71429 71429, LA — Zone AE |
|---|---|---|
| name | 61442 61442, IL — Zone AE | 71429 71429, LA — Zone AE |
| zip code | 61442 | 71429 |
| city | 61442 | 71429 |
| state | Illinois | Louisiana |
| state code | IL | LA |
| category | High Risk | High Risk |
| flood zone | Zone AE (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain) | 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 | 3,466 | 3,466 |
| base flood elevation | 21 ft | 8 ft |
| historical floods | 11 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2017 | 15 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2024 |
| nearest water | local stream (4.8 miles) | Savannah River (4.3 miles) |
| elevation ft | 312 | 55 |
| population | 52,387 | 15,059 |
| median home value | 594,347 | 200,723 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $143,488 | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $188,892 |
| 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 | 6335C282J | 5005C918J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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