Flood Safety Ranking — Malibu
Updated June 22, 2026
See how neighborhoods in Malibu compare on flood safety. Rankings are based on measured data aggregated across each neighborhood boundary. How flood safety is measured →
Top Flood Safety Neighborhoods — Ranked
Flood risk in this area is notably higher than the Malibu average due to its location within a floodplain. Residents should account for some residual flood risk when considering property long term stability.
Residual flood risk exists within the area due to its location in a 500-year floodplain, though safety levels are notably higher than the Malibu city average according to iHuus data.
Residual flood risk exists within this area due to its location in the 500-year floodplain, though safety levels are notably higher than the Malibu average according to iHuus data.
Full Malibu Flood Safety Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trancas Canyon | 7 | #1 | +2.2 ↑ |
| Point Dume | 6.7 | #2 | +1.9 ↑ |
| Malibu Park | 6.6 | #3 | +1.8 ↑ |
| Paradise Cove | 5.9 | #4 | +1.1 ↑ |
| Ramirez Canyon | 5.8 | #5 | +1.0 ↑ |
| Sycamore Park | 3.3 | #6 | -1.5 ↓ |
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