Connecticut Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 262 ZIP codes in Connecticut (CT).

Homeowners in Connecticut pay an average of $2,258 per year for home insurance — 27% above the national average of $1,776. That ranks Connecticut as the 10th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums rose by 0.0%; nonrenewal rates climbed by 13.9% over the same period.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Connecticut ranks 44th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (0.99%) ranks 27th out of 50 — nonrenewal is an early warning indicator of insurer retreat, often tied to disaster risk.

Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office — "Analyses of U.S. Homeowners Insurance Markets, 2018–2022." Premium values are five-year averages across all ZIP-level observations. See methodology for caveats.

Avg Premium
$2,258/yr
National avg: $1,776 (+27% above)
Premium Change
+0.0%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
36.9%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
0.99%
+13.9% change

Data Snapshot: Connecticut Homeowners Insurance

Connecticut homeowners paid an average of $2,258 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 262 ZIP codes across the state. That is 27% above the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Connecticut ranks 10th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $1,242 in 06790 to $8,979 in 06830.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums rose by 0.0% in Connecticut, placing the state 44th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 36.9%, meaning insurers retained a healthy margin after claims, typical of stable markets. Nonrenewal rates — the share of policies insurers decline to extend at expiration — averaged 0.99%, a climb of 13.9% over the study period (ranking 27th out of 50 states).

Within Connecticut, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (06830 in Greenwich) charges 623% more than the least expensive (06790 in Torrington), reflecting local differences in catastrophe exposure, construction costs, and claims history. The FIO dataset aggregates voluntary reporting from the 40 largest homeowners insurers covering roughly 80% of the U.S. market, so ZIP-level figures represent market averages rather than individual quotes; actual premiums vary with dwelling value, deductible, coverage limits, and insurer-specific underwriting. This page is for educational research only and is not insurance advice — homeowners should obtain quotes from multiple licensed carriers or an independent agent before purchasing or renewing coverage.

Loss Ratio Reading: Connecticut

0%150%37%

Connecticut statewide — FIO 2018-2022 average: 37% (Insurer-favorable) — low claim payout — insurer retains a healthy margin.

ZIP Codes Tracked

262

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $2,257 $1,913
2019 $2,245 (-0.5%) $1,907
2020 $2,247 (+0.1%) $1,888
2021 $2,241 (-0.3%) $1,894
2022 $2,258 (+0.7%) $1,906

Average Premium by Year

$2,257
2018
$2,245
2019
$2,247
2020
$2,241
2021
$2,258
2022

All ZIP Codes in Connecticut

262 ZIP codes sorted by premium (highest first). Click column headers to sort.

ZIP City Premium
06830 Greenwich $8,979
06831 Greenwich $8,903
06793 Washington $6,639
06840 New Canaan $5,957
06870 Old Greenwich $5,699
06878 Riverside $5,541
06794 Washington Depot $5,236
06880 Westport $5,227
06820 Darien $5,147
06853 Norwalk $4,848
06068 Salisbury $4,742
06883 Weston $4,618
06783 Roxbury $4,578
06890 Southport $4,574
06785 South Kent $4,231
06807 Cos Cob $3,984
06777 New Preston Marble Dale $3,969
06069 Sharon $3,950
06903 Stamford $3,794
06752 Bridgewater $3,727
06897 Wilton $3,691
06796 West Cornwall $3,630
06039 Lakeville $3,613
06105 Hartford $3,574
06378 Stonington $3,461
06757 Kent $3,442
06612 Easton $3,441
06511 New Haven $3,399
06426 Essex $3,355
06896 Redding $3,352
06877 Ridgefield $3,218
06902 Stamford $3,192
06784 Sherman $3,173
06525 Woodbridge $3,098
06824 Fairfield $3,094
06443 Madison $3,081
06058 Norfolk $3,057
06855 Norwalk $3,014
06754 Cornwall Bridge $3,006
06371 Old Lyme $2,999
06607 Bridgeport $2,798
06605 Bridgeport $2,797
06519 New Haven $2,732
06608 Bridgeport $2,732
06759 Litchfield $2,726
06437 Guilford $2,725
06604 Bridgeport $2,635
06073 South Glastonbury $2,572
06456 Middle Haddam $2,562
06475 Old Saybrook $2,542

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Connecticut?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Connecticut is $2,258 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 262 ZIP codes. This is 27% above the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Connecticut?
Connecticut homeowners insurance premiums changed by +0.0% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 36.9%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Connecticut?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Connecticut is 06830, with an average premium of $8,979/yr. The most affordable is 06790 at $1,242/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Connecticut homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Connecticut is 0.99%. This rate has changed by +13.9% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 06608 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 3.25%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Connecticut's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Connecticut's average loss ratio is 36.9%. Ratios above 100% indicate insurers are paying more in claims than they collect, which often leads to premium increases.
How often do homeowners file insurance claims in Connecticut?
The average claim frequency in Connecticut is 3.91%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $20,029. Higher claim frequency and severity typically correlate with higher premiums.

Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office (FIO) Homeowners Insurance Data (2018-2022). Premiums are ZIP-level averages and may not reflect individual policy costs U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office (FIO) Homeowners Insurance Data (2018-2022). Premiums are ZIP-level averages and may not reflect individual policy costs

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