Flood Safety Ranking — San Jose
Updated June 22, 2026
See how neighborhoods in San Jose 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
Properties in this area are situated within a known floodplain, which represents a significantly higher risk level than the San Jose average. Residents should anticipate the potential necessity of flood insurance for their homes according to iHuus data.
Properties in this area are located within a designated floodplain, which carries a higher risk of flooding than the San Jose average. According to iHuus data, residents may find that flood insurance is typically required for homes in this neighborhood.
Properties in this area are located within a designated floodplain, meaning residents may face a higher risk of flooding than the San Jose average. According to iHuus data, flood insurance is typically required for homes in this zone.
Full San Jose Flood Safety Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| North San Jose | 3.2 | #1 | +1.6 ↑ |
| Alum Rock-East Foothills | 2.4 | #2 | +0.8 ↑ |
| North Valley | 2.3 | #3 | +0.7 ↑ |
| West San Jose | 2.2 | #4 | +0.6 ↑ |
| Berryessa | 1.7 | #5 | +0.1 ↑ |
| Rose Garden | 1.6 | #6 | — |
| Willow Glen | 1.4 | #7 | -0.2 ↓ |
| Edenvale - Seven Trees | 1.3 | #8 | -0.3 ↓ |
| Almaden Valley | 1.2 | #9 | -0.4 ↓ |
| Blossom Valley | 1.2 | #10 | -0.4 ↓ |
| Evergreen | 1.2 | #11 | -0.4 ↓ |
| Downtown | 1.1 | #12 | -0.5 ↓ |
| Cambrian Park | 1.1 | #13 | -0.5 ↓ |
| East San Jose | 1 | #14 | -0.6 ↓ |
| Santa Teresa | 1 | #15 | -0.6 ↓ |
| Fairgrounds | 0.9 | #16 | -0.7 ↓ |
| Alviso | 0.3 | #17 | -1.3 ↓ |
| Washington | 0.2 | #18 | -1.4 ↓ |
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