County Data
Santa Rosa County, Florida
Self-reliance and preparedness data for Santa Rosa County
Relatively Low
Hazard Risk (9.2/100)
9b
USDA Zone
327
Frost-Free Days
Good
Solar (4.9 kWh/m²/day)
Natural Hazard Risks in Santa Rosa County
| Hazard | Risk Rating | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate | 22.0 |
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate | 16.9 |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low | 10.4 |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low | 9.7 |
| Riverine Flooding | Relatively Low | 8.8 |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index. Scores 0–100, higher = more risk.
Climate Profile
Temperature & Growing Season
| January Avg | 55°F |
| July Avg | 82°F |
| USDA Zone | 9b |
| Frost-Free Days | 327 |
Water & Energy
| Annual Precipitation | 60.5″ |
| Solar Potential | 4.9 kWh/m²/day |
| Wind Speed | 2.9 m/s |
| Soil Type | Sand |
Local Species
62
Edible species
27
Medicinal species
85
Autonomy Score
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the biggest natural hazards in Santa Rosa County, Florida?
- Santa Rosa County has an overall hazard rating of Relatively Low based on FEMA National Risk Index data. The top threats are Lightning, Tornado, Wildfire. Each hazard is scored 0–100 by likelihood and expected impact.
- What is the growing season in Santa Rosa County?
- Santa Rosa County is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b with approximately 327 frost-free days per year. This determines which crops, fruit trees, and perennials can survive your winters and how long your outdoor growing season lasts.
- Is Santa Rosa County good for solar power?
- Santa Rosa County has a good solar rating. Solar potential is based on average daily irradiance (kWh/m²/day), which determines how much energy rooftop or ground-mounted panels can produce year-round.
- How many edible plants grow in Santa Rosa County?
- Our database identifies 62 edible plant species in Santa Rosa County based on regional flora data, USDA hardiness zone, and iNaturalist observations. The full field guide includes identification notes, preparation methods, and seasonal availability.
- What is the autonomy score for Santa Rosa County?
- Santa Rosa County has an autonomy score of 85. This composite score measures local self-reliance potential across water access, food production capacity, energy resources, and supply chain resilience. Higher scores indicate greater potential for self-sufficiency.