New York vs Oregon Earthquake Risk

Oregon has a higher earthquake risk with a score of 8/10 (High) compared to New York at 3/10 (Low-Moderate). This means Oregon faces more frequent and potentially more destructive seismic events.

New York averages approximately 10 earthquakes per year, while Oregon averages about 500 per year. Oregon experiences roughly 490 more earthquakes annually.

New York is associated with Ramapo Fault. Oregon is associated with Cascadia subduction zone, Klamath graben. These fault systems determine the type and frequency of seismic activity each state experiences.

In New York, approximately 10% of the population lives in areas at risk from earthquakes, compared to 80% in Oregon. Oregon has a larger percentage of residents exposed to seismic hazard.

New York's most notable earthquake: 1944 Massena (M5.8). Oregon's most notable earthquake: 1993 Scotts Mills (M5.6). These historical events illustrate the seismic potential of each state.