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Home risks for ZIP 77001
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ZIP 77001 is in
Houston, Harris County, Texas
ZIP 77001 · Houston · Harris County · Texas. The hazard ratings below are state-level context for Texas — a ZIP covers many neighborhoods, so confirm the exact address on the official maps linked from each hazard page.
Texas hazard snapshot
Statewide ratings for the state ZIP 77001 falls in, highest first. Open a hazard for the briefing, official maps and insurance note.
Flooding
Flooding is one of Texas's most frequent and costly natural hazards, and FEMA's National Risk Index places the state at its highest risk…
Extreme
Tornadoes
Texas records more tornadoes than any other state, with the greatest exposure in the Panhandle, the Red River Valley, and north-central…
Extreme
Extreme Heat
Extreme heat is a serious and widespread hazard in Texas, affecting all regions and posing risks to health, homes, and infrastructure. The…
Extreme
Drought
Drought is a statewide, recurring hazard in Texas, rated at the highest risk level (5 of 5). Long dry spells and extreme summer heat shrink…
Extreme
Severe Storms
Severe storms are a major risk in Texas, with frequent thunderstorms, large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. The state is rated level 5…
Extreme
Hurricanes
Texas faces a high risk of hurricanes, especially along its Gulf Coast from Brownsville to the Louisiana border. The season runs from June…
Major
Wildfires
Texas has a level 4 out of 5 wildfire risk rating, with the greatest danger in the western, panhandle, and Hill Country regions. Wildfires…
Major
Winter Storms
Texas is rated level 2 of 5 for winter storm risk. While winter storms are less frequent than in northern states, they can bring snow, ice,…
Minor
Earthquakes
Earthquake risk in Texas is generally low, but several regions—including West Texas, the Panhandle, and parts of North Texas—have…
Minimal
Landslides
Texas has a relatively low landslide risk overall, but landslides and debris flows can occur in the Hill Country, West Texas mountains, and…
Minimal
City profiles near ZIP 77001
The city pages we publish closest to this ZIP — distances are straight-line estimates from the ZIP center.
- Houston (this ZIP's city)
- Austin (~151 mi)
- Corpus Christi (~191 mi)
- San Antonio (~193 mi)
- Dallas (~223 mi)
- Garland (~228 mi)
Guides for Texas's top hazards
InsuranceExcess Flood Insurance: Coverage Above NFIP's $250,000 LimitThe NFIP caps flood coverage at $250,000 for the building and $100,000 for contents. If your home would cost more to rebuild,…Oct 15, 2026Read guide →
Heat Illness Warning Signs Every Homeowner and Parent Should KnowLearn to recognize the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and discover essential prevention tips for your home and…Jun 21, 2026Read guide →
Cool Home, Low Bills: Beat the Heat Without Breaking the BankLearn how to keep your home comfortable during a heat wave while saving on energy costs, using tips from FEMA, DOE, and CDC.Jun 21, 2026Read guide →