Kansas vs Missouri Earthquake Risk

Missouri has a higher earthquake risk with a score of 6/10 (Moderate-High) compared to Kansas at 2/10 (Low). This means Missouri faces more frequent and potentially more destructive seismic events.

Kansas averages approximately 20 earthquakes per year, while Missouri averages about 200 per year. Missouri experiences roughly 180 more earthquakes annually.

Kansas is associated with Induced seismicity (near OK border). Missouri is associated with New Madrid Seismic Zone. These fault systems determine the type and frequency of seismic activity each state experiences.

In Kansas, approximately 5% of the population lives in areas at risk from earthquakes, compared to 30% in Missouri. Missouri has a larger percentage of residents exposed to seismic hazard.

Kansas's most notable earthquake: 2014 Harper County (M4.9). Missouri's most notable earthquake: 1811-12 New Madrid (M7.5-7.7). These historical events illustrate the seismic potential of each state.