Massillon, Ohio: natural disaster risk
How exposed Massillon is to floods, storms and other hazards, from FEMA and NOAA records for Stark County.
Massillon is a city of 32,338 people in Stark County, Ohio. FEMA's National Risk Index rates Stark County relatively moderate for natural hazards overall, about average for the US. The costliest hazards there are inland flooding, tornado and hail, with about $76.6 million in expected losses a year across the county. The weather service has logged 700 storm reports in the county since 1955, including 18 tornadoes and 60 floods. About 0.2% of homes in the county carry federal flood insurance.
Risk figures are for Stark County. FEMA National Risk Index December 2025; NOAA Storm Events; US Census Bureau ACS 2020 to 2024. Updated November 6, 2026.
Top risks in Massillon
Full Stark 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.
- Pick a shelter spot: a basement, or an inside room on the lowest floor with no windows.
- Turn on emergency alerts on your phone and keep a weather radio.
- Ask about the roof age and any impact-rated shingles.
- Check your home policy for a separate wind and hail deductible.
All hazards
| Hazard | Rating | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Inland flooding | $50M | |
| Tornado | $7M | |
| Hail | $6M | |
| Cold wave | $5M | |
| Heat wave | $2M | |
| Strong wind | $2M | |
| Lightning | $2M | |
| Earthquake | $2M | |
| Ice storm | $1M | |
| Winter weather | $408K | |
| Hurricane | $178K | |
| Wildfire | $48K |
Homes in Massillon
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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Common questions about Massillon
Is Massillon safe from natural disasters?
Massillon is in Stark County, which FEMA's National Risk Index rates relatively moderate overall, about average for the US. The biggest hazards are inland flooding, tornado, hail. No place is free of risk, so check the flood map and insurance for any home you consider.
What natural disasters happen in Massillon?
By expected yearly losses in Stark County, the top hazards are inland flooding (Moderate), tornado (Moderate), hail (High). Stark County has been part of 10 federal disaster or emergency declarations for natural events.
Does Massillon get tornadoes?
Yes. NOAA records list 18 tornadoes in Stark County since 1950; the strongest was an F2 tornado on November 16, 1965. FEMA rates tornado risk in the county moderate.
Do I need flood insurance in Massillon?
Standard home insurance does not cover floods. In Stark County, about 0.2% of homes have federal flood insurance, and FEMA rates inland flooding risk moderate. Check the FEMA flood map for your address and get a quote even outside a high-risk zone.