Flood Safety Ranking — Belmont
Updated July 8, 2026
Which Belmont neighborhoods have the highest flood safety score? All 9 neighborhoods ranked. City average: 5.37/10. How flood safety is measured →
Top Flood Safety Neighborhoods — Ranked
Some areas within the neighborhood sit within a 500-year floodplain, though the flood safety level remains higher than the Belmont city average according to iHuus data.
Flood risk levels in Cipriani are slightly above the Belmont average, though a lack of detailed federal studies means the precise risk level remains undetermined. Residents should note that FEMA has not completed a comprehensive study for this specific area.
Flood risk in this area is considered moderate, as FEMA has not yet completed a detailed study for this specific location. According to iHuus data, the level of risk is roughly comparable to the average for Belmont.
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Full Belmont Flood Safety Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plateau-Skymont | 6.7 | #1 | +1.3 ↑ |
| Cipriani | 6 | #2 | +0.6 ↑ |
| Downtown | 5.6 | #3 | +0.2 ↑ |
| McDougal | 5.5 | #4 | +0.1 ↑ |
| Central | 5.4 | #5 | — |
| Sterling Downs | 5.1 | #6 | -0.3 ↓ |
| Western Hills | 4.3 | #7 | -1.1 ↓ |
| Homebire | 3.9 | #8 | -1.5 ↓ |
| Belmont Heights | 1.1 | #9 | -4.3 ↓ |
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