Michigan Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 911 ZIP codes in Michigan (MI).

Homeowners in Michigan pay an average of $1,233 per year for home insurance — 31% below the national average of $1,776. That ranks Michigan as the 45th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums fell by 0.4%; nonrenewal rates declined by 67.4% over the same period.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Michigan ranks 45th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (1.11%) ranks 23rd 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
$1,233/yr
National avg: $1,776 (-31% below)
Premium Change
-0.4%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
56.7%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
1.11%
-67.4% change

Data Snapshot: Michigan Homeowners Insurance

Michigan homeowners paid an average of $1,233 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 911 ZIP codes across the state. That is 31% below the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Michigan ranks 45th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $669 in 48630 to $3,465 in 48202.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums fell by 0.4% in Michigan, placing the state 45th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 56.7%, 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 1.11%, a decline of 67.4% over the study period (ranking 23rd out of 50 states).

Within Michigan, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (48202 in Detroit) charges 418% more than the least expensive (48630 in Houghton Lake Heights), 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: Michigan

0%150%57%

Michigan statewide — FIO 2018-2022 average: 57% (Insurer-favorable) — low claim payout — insurer retains a healthy margin.

ZIP Codes Tracked

911

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $1,238 $1,175
2019 $1,233 (-0.4%) $1,165
2020 $1,232 (-0.0%) $1,163
2021 $1,227 (-0.4%) $1,162
2022 $1,233 (+0.5%) $1,171

Average Premium by Year

$1,238
2018
$1,233
2019
$1,232
2020
$1,227
2021
$1,233
2022

All ZIP Codes in Michigan

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

ZIP City Premium
48202 Detroit $3,465
48302 Bloomfield Hills $3,397
48304 Bloomfield Hills $3,388
48214 Detroit $3,374
49757 Mackinac Island $3,276
48201 Detroit $3,057
48206 Detroit $2,999
48207 Detroit $2,912
48301 Bloomfield Hills $2,817
48230 Grosse Pointe $2,813
48203 Highland Park $2,753
48323 West Bloomfield $2,660
49116 Lakeside $2,610
48221 Detroit $2,592
48208 Detroit $2,549
48009 Birmingham $2,541
48215 Detroit $2,508
48213 Detroit $2,476
48227 Detroit $2,395
48238 Detroit $2,390
48025 Franklin $2,348
48204 Detroit $2,339
48223 Detroit $2,335
48224 Detroit $2,274
48236 Grosse Pointe $2,258
48322 West Bloomfield $2,235
48211 Detroit $2,222
48034 Southfield $2,211
48235 Detroit $2,186
48607 Saginaw $2,161
48306 Rochester $2,156
48205 Detroit $2,115
48324 West Bloomfield $2,115
48216 Detroit $2,073
48363 Oakland $2,070
48234 Detroit $2,034
48075 Southfield $2,031
49654 Leland $2,030
48219 Detroit $2,020
48228 Detroit $1,988
48168 Northville $1,986
48070 Huntington Woods $1,982
49434 Macatawa $1,937
49740 Harbor Springs $1,904
49717 Burt Lake $1,889
48210 Detroit $1,870
48138 Grosse Ile $1,866
48167 Northville $1,856
49117 New Buffalo $1,856
48331 Farmington $1,849

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Michigan?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Michigan is $1,233 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 911 ZIP codes. This is 31% below the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Michigan?
Michigan homeowners insurance premiums changed by -0.4% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 56.7%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Michigan?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Michigan is 48202, with an average premium of $3,465/yr. The most affordable is 48630 at $669/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Michigan homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Michigan is 1.11%. This rate has changed by -67.4% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 48211 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 5.16%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Michigan's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Michigan's average loss ratio is 56.7%. 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 Michigan?
The average claim frequency in Michigan is 4.75%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $15,113. 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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