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Homeowners, Flood, Wildfire & Earthquake Insurance in Craighead County

Estimated premiums for all four major property insurance types, plus FEMA flood zone breakdowns for Craighead County.

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About These Estimates

These figures are estimates only, derived from publicly available data sources for Craighead County and its constituent census tracts, and are not insurance quotes. Actual premiums depend on your specific property, coverage selections, insurer, claims history, and underwriting decisions. Always obtain quotes from a licensed insurance agent before making coverage decisions.

Homeowners Insurance & Risk

Estimates are annualized and based on the median home value of $229,448 in Craighead County. Actual premiums will vary based on individual risk factors.

Homeowners (HO-3)
$1,245
/ year
$104 / month
Calculated at $3.22 per $1,000 of home value + $507 base fee.
Nation: 65th PercentileState: 21th Percentile

Standard HO-3 policies typically exclude damage from earthquakes and may have restrictions regarding wildfires. Supplemental policies may be required.

Earthquake Supplement
$824
/ year
$69 / month
Calculated at $3.59 per $1k value.
Nation: 98th PercentileState: 89th Percentile
Wildfire Supplement
$1
/ year
$0 / month
Calculated at $0.01 per $1k value.
Nation: 35th PercentileState: 15th Percentile

Flood Risk & FEMA Zones

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FEMA Flood Zones Breakdown

SFHA Coverage: 38.0%

Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) is the land area covered by the floodwaters of the base flood (1% annual chance). Mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements apply to all properties within the SFHA.

Nation: 98th PercentileState: 89th PercentileMSA: 100th Percentile
Moderate to Low Risk
Zones: X, B, C
62.0%

Outside the 1% annual chance floodplain. Flood insurance is not federally required, but recommended.

Zone X62.0%
Nation: 70th PercentileState: 45th Percentile
High Risk (Inland)
Zones: A, AE, AH, AO, AR, A99
38.0%

1% annual chance of flooding. Mandatory flood insurance required for federally backed mortgages.

Zone A31.9%
Nation: 99th PercentileState: 87th Percentile
Zone AE6.1%

Zone percentages may not sum to 100%. Rounding, areas without FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) coverage, and parcels that carry more than one zone designation all contribute to this. Zone codes follow FEMA's official FIRM naming convention: "AE" indicates high-risk inland flooding with detailed base flood elevation data; "X" covers both moderate- and low-risk areas outside the 1% annual chance floodplain; "D" marks areas where flood hazard is possible but not yet determined; and "A99" applies to areas protected by levees under construction. Coverage and zone boundaries are updated as FIRMs are revised. Verify the current map for your property at msc.fema.gov.

Flood Insurance Estimate

Estimated premiums under FEMA's NFIP Risk Rating 2.0 vary by property-specific flood exposure, elevation certificate, and coverage level.

Annual Premium
$546
/ year
$46 / month
Calculated at $2.38 per $1,000 of home value.
Nation: 47th PercentileState: 7th Percentile

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is homeowners insurance in Craighead County, AR?

The estimated annual homeowners insurance premium for a median-priced home ($229,448) in Craighead County, AR is approximately $1,245/year ($104/month). This estimate is based on local HO-3 policy rates from Safe Rate's geographic insurance dataset.

Is flood insurance required in Craighead County, AR?

38.0% of Craighead County, AR lies within FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). Federal law requires flood insurance for all federally-backed mortgages on properties within the SFHA. Homeowners outside the SFHA are not required to carry flood insurance, but FEMA strongly recommends it.

What FEMA flood zone is Craighead County, AR in?

Craighead County, AR contains multiple FEMA flood zones. 38.0% of the area is in the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). Zone AE (high-risk inland flooding with detailed base flood elevations) covers 6.1% of the area. Zone X (moderate to low risk) covers 62.0%. See the full FEMA flood zone map on Safe Rate.

How much is flood insurance in Craighead County, AR?

The estimated annual NFIP flood insurance premium for a median-priced home in Craighead County, AR is approximately $546/year. Actual premiums under FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0 vary by property-specific flood exposure, elevation certificate, and coverage level.

Do I need earthquake insurance in Craighead County, AR?

Standard homeowners insurance does not cover earthquake damage. For a median-priced home in Craighead County, AR, an earthquake insurance supplement is estimated to cost approximately $824/year. The exact premium depends on the property's age, construction type, and soil conditions.

How much is wildfire insurance in Craighead County, AR?

The estimated annual wildfire insurance supplement for a median-priced home in Craighead County, AR is approximately $1/year. While basic fire damage is covered by standard HO-3 policies, homes in high-risk wildfire zones often require specialized or supplemental coverage (like the FAIR Plan) due to increased risk.

What is the flood risk in Craighead County, AR?

38.0% of Craighead County, AR falls within FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA), which represents the area subject to inundation by the 1-percent-annual-chance flood event. Properties in this zone are at high risk of flooding.