Connecticut Flood Zones
Connecticut faces coastal flooding from Long Island Sound storm surge, riverine flooding from the Connecticut and Housatonic rivers, and urban flash flooding. Sea level rise is increasing the frequency of coastal flood events in shoreline communities.
5 of 9 Connecticut counties are rated high or very high for inland flood risk by FEMA's National Risk Index. 14 communities participate in FEMA's Community Rating System, qualifying residents for flood insurance discounts of up to 15%.
FEMA Region
Region 1
Also covers Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, +2 more
NFIP Policies
38,000
Connecticut Flood Risk Overview
County-level risk ratings from FEMA's National Risk Index across 9 Connecticut counties.
Inland Flood Risk
5 of 9 counties rated high or very high
Coastal Flood Risk
3 of 7 coastal counties rated high or very high
Hurricane Risk
6 of 9 counties rated high or very high
Source: FEMA National Risk Index, county-level assessment.
Federal Flood Disaster History
Connecticut has received 17 federal disaster declarations for flooding, hurricanes, severe storms, and coastal storms.
2020s
4
2010s
4
2000s
1
1990s
3
1980s
3
1950s
2
Recent Declarations
Showing 8 most recent of 17 total declarations.
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries API. Data sourced February 2026.
NFIP Flood Insurance Claims
Connecticut properties have filed 29,419 NFIP flood insurance claims totaling $544.9M in payouts since 1978. The average claim payout is $19K.
Claims by Decade
2020s
1,451
2010s
12,151
2000s
3,073
1990s
5,107
1980s
5,844
1970s
1,793
Highest-Claim Years
Claims by Flood Zone
Zone A
9,570
Zone AE
8,782
Zone X
6,525
Zone V
1,991
Zone VE
1,094
Zone D
27
Zone AO
10
Zone AH
8
Source: OpenFEMA NFIP Claims API. Data sourced February 2026.
Flood Insurance Discounts in Connecticut
14 Connecticut communities participate in FEMA's Community Rating System (CRS), earning flood insurance premium discounts for residents in Special Flood Hazard Areas. CRS classes in Connecticut range from 7 to 9, with discounts from 5% to 15%.
Class 7 - 15% discount
Class 7 - 15% discount
Stonington
Class 7 - 15% discount
West Hartford,town Of
Class 7 - 15% discount
Fairfield
Class 8 - 10% discount
Stratford
Class 8 - 10% discount
Trumbull
Class 8 - 10% discount
Westport
Class 8 - 10% discount
Guilford
Class 8 - 10% discount
East Lyme
Class 8 - 10% discount
Norwich
Class 8 - 10% discount
Stonington
Class 8 - 10% discount
+2 more Connecticut communities participate in CRS.
Source: FEMA Community Rating System, October 2025. Discounts apply to NFIP policies only.
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Connecticut Flood Zone FAQ
How do I check if my Connecticut property is in a flood zone?
Enter your CT address in FludZone's free lookup tool. We query FEMA's National Flood Hazard Layer in real-time to show your flood zone designation, whether flood insurance is required, and your property's risk level.
Do I need flood insurance in Connecticut?
If your Connecticut property is in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA), meaning zones starting with A or V, and you have a federally regulated or government-backed mortgage, federal law generally requires your lender to ensure you carry flood insurance. Properties in Zone X are not subject to the federal mandate but lenders may still require coverage, and it is often recommended given Connecticut's flood history.
What are the most common flood zones in Connecticut?
The most common FEMA flood zone designations in Connecticut are Zone AE, Zone VE, Zone A, Zone X. Each zone reflects a different level of flood risk, from high-risk areas where flood insurance is generally required for federally regulated or government-backed mortgages to lower-risk areas where coverage is optional but recommended.
Can I remove my Connecticut property from a flood zone?
Yes, if your Connecticut property's natural ground elevation was always above the Base Flood Elevation and FEMA inadvertently mapped it in the SFHA, you can apply for a Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) through FEMA. If your property was raised above the BFE with fill, the process is a LOMR-F. Note that for coastal properties in VE zones, LOMAs are less common because wave action creates risks beyond still-water elevation. A successful LOMA generally removes the federal mandatory flood insurance requirement, but your lender may still choose to require coverage. You'll need an elevation certificate from a licensed surveyor.
Do any Connecticut communities offer flood insurance discounts?
Yes, 14 Connecticut communities participate in FEMA's Community Rating System (CRS), a voluntary program that rewards communities for exceeding minimum flood mitigation standards. Residents in participating communities can receive NFIP premium discounts of up to 15% in the Special Flood Hazard Area. Properties outside the SFHA also benefit: CRS classes 1 through 6 receive a 10% discount, and classes 7 through 9 receive a 5% discount on NFIP premiums. Check your city's page on FludZone to see if your community participates.
Sources
This page summarizes information from FEMA and other official resources in plain language. For full technical details, see the links below.
- FEMA National Flood Hazard LayerDirect Source
The NFHL is the source of all flood zone data shown on this page.
- FEMA Map Service Center — Search by AddressDirect Source
Look up any address to view FIRM panels, FIS reports, and LOMCs.
- NFHL Data and Map StatusTopic Page
View NFHL coverage and data freshness by state and community.
- FEMA National Risk Index — Data ResourcesDirect Source
County-level risk scores for inland flooding, coastal flooding, and hurricane used in the Flood Risk Profile.
- OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries API v2Direct Source
Federal disaster declarations filtered for flood-related incident types (Flood, Hurricane, Severe Storm, Coastal Storm).
- OpenFEMA FIMA NFIP Claims API v2Direct Source
Historical NFIP flood insurance claims since 1978, aggregated by county and state. Includes claim counts, payouts, and flood zone breakdowns.
Sources last verified: February 2026
Understanding Flood Zones
Learn more about the FEMA flood zone designations common in Connecticut.