Bridgeton, New Jersey: natural disaster risk
How exposed Bridgeton is to floods, storms and other hazards, from FEMA and NOAA records for Cumberland County.
Bridgeton is a city of 27,001 people in Cumberland County, New Jersey. FEMA's National Risk Index rates Cumberland County relatively moderate for natural hazards overall, about average for the US. The costliest hazards there are inland flooding, hurricane and cold wave, with about $44 million in expected losses a year across the county. The weather service has logged 418 storm reports in the county since 1963, including 10 tornadoes and 56 floods. NOAA hurricane records show 3 hurricanes and 20 tropical storms passing within 65 miles of the county's center. About 0.9% of homes in the county carry federal flood insurance.
Risk figures are for Cumberland County. FEMA National Risk Index December 2025; NOAA Storm Events; US Census Bureau ACS 2020 to 2024. Updated November 6, 2026.
Top risks in Bridgeton
Full Cumberland County report ›- Check the FEMA flood map for your address, and ask the seller or landlord about past flooding.
- Price a flood policy now. Most new federal policies take 30 days to start.
- Know your evacuation zone and route before June 1.
- Ask about roof age, shutters and the separate wind or hurricane deductible on your home policy.
- Insulate pipes in outside walls, crawl spaces and garages.
- Know how to shut off the main water valve.
All hazards
| Hazard | Rating | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Inland flooding | $13M | |
| Hurricane | $10M | |
| Cold wave | $5M | |
| Coastal flooding | $5M | |
| Earthquake | $3M | |
| Heat wave | $2M | |
| Strong wind | $2M | |
| Tornado | $1M | |
| Drought | $1M | |
| Wildfire | $673K | |
| Lightning | $623K | |
| Winter weather | $574K |
Homes in Bridgeton
Older homes and mobile homes usually take more damage in storms, floods and earthquakes. Ask about roof age, flood history and retrofits before you buy or rent.
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All ›Common questions about Bridgeton
Is Bridgeton safe from natural disasters?
Bridgeton is in Cumberland County, which FEMA's National Risk Index rates relatively moderate overall, about average for the US. The biggest hazards are inland flooding, hurricane, cold wave. No place is free of risk, so check the flood map and insurance for any home you consider.
What natural disasters happen in Bridgeton?
By expected yearly losses in Cumberland County, the top hazards are inland flooding (Low), hurricane (Moderate), cold wave (Moderate). Cumberland County has been part of 28 federal disaster or emergency declarations for natural events.
Does Bridgeton get tornadoes?
Yes. NOAA records list 10 tornadoes in Cumberland County since 1950; the strongest was an F2 tornado on July 13, 1975. FEMA rates tornado risk in the county low.
Do I need flood insurance in Bridgeton?
Standard home insurance does not cover floods. In Cumberland County, about 0.9% of homes have federal flood insurance, and FEMA rates inland flooding risk low. Check the FEMA flood map for your address and get a quote even outside a high-risk zone.