Arkansas vs Georgia Earthquake Risk

Arkansas has a higher earthquake risk with a score of 5/10 (Moderate) compared to Georgia at 2/10 (Low). This means Arkansas faces more frequent and potentially more destructive seismic events.

Arkansas averages approximately 40 earthquakes per year, while Georgia averages about 2 per year. Arkansas experiences roughly 38 more earthquakes annually.

Arkansas is associated with New Madrid Seismic Zone (NE corner). Georgia is associated with None major. These fault systems determine the type and frequency of seismic activity each state experiences.

In Arkansas, approximately 20% of the population lives in areas at risk from earthquakes, compared to 3% in Georgia. Arkansas has a larger percentage of residents exposed to seismic hazard.

Arkansas's most notable earthquake: 1811 New Madrid (epicenter nearby). Georgia's most notable earthquake: 1914 North Georgia (M4.5). These historical events illustrate the seismic potential of each state.