Kansas vs New York Earthquake Risk

New York has a higher earthquake risk with a score of 3/10 (Low-Moderate) compared to Kansas at 2/10 (Low). This means New York faces more frequent and potentially more destructive seismic events.

Kansas averages approximately 20 earthquakes per year, while New York averages about 10 per year. Kansas experiences roughly 10 more earthquakes annually.

Kansas is associated with Induced seismicity (near OK border). New York is associated with Ramapo Fault. 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 10% in New York. New York has a larger percentage of residents exposed to seismic hazard.

Kansas's most notable earthquake: 2014 Harper County (M4.9). New York's most notable earthquake: 1944 Massena (M5.8). These historical events illustrate the seismic potential of each state.