Missouri Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 699 ZIP codes in Missouri (MO).

Homeowners in Missouri pay an average of $2,056 per year for home insurance — 16% above the national average of $1,776. That ranks Missouri as the 12th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums rose by 9.8%; nonrenewal rates climbed by 39.5% over the same period.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Missouri ranks 15th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (1.60%) ranks 9th 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
$2,056/yr
National avg: $1,776 (+16% above)
Premium Change
+9.8%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
41.0%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
1.60%
+39.5% change

Data Snapshot: Missouri Homeowners Insurance

Missouri homeowners paid an average of $2,056 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 699 ZIP codes across the state. That is 16% above the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Missouri ranks 12th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $1,468 in 63656 to $6,086 in 63124.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums rose by 9.8% in Missouri, placing the state 15th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 41.0%, 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 1.60%, a climb of 39.5% over the study period (ranking 9th out of 50 states).

Within Missouri, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (63124 in Saint Louis) charges 314% more than the least expensive (63656 in Middle Brook), 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: Missouri

0%150%41%

Missouri statewide — FIO 2018-2022 average: 41% (Insurer-favorable) — low claim payout — insurer retains a healthy margin.

ZIP Codes Tracked

699

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $1,873 $1,815
2019 $1,890 (+0.9%) $1,829
2020 $1,939 (+2.6%) $1,867
2021 $2,011 (+3.7%) $1,937
2022 $2,056 (+2.2%) $1,989

Average Premium by Year

$1,873
2018
$1,890
2019
$1,939
2020
$2,011
2021
$2,056
2022

All ZIP Codes in Missouri

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

ZIP City Premium
63124 Saint Louis $6,086
63073 Saint Albans $5,592
63105 Saint Louis $4,590
63108 Saint Louis $4,436
63131 Saint Louis $4,175
63005 Chesterfield $3,922
64112 Kansas City $3,660
63141 Saint Louis $3,601
63038 Wildwood $3,424
64113 Kansas City $3,397
64167 Kansas City $3,371
65630 Chestnutridge $3,302
63112 Saint Louis $3,131
65809 Springfield $3,074
63332 Augusta $3,057
63127 Saint Louis $3,015
64166 Kansas City $2,954
63341 Defiance $2,905
64109 Kansas City $2,883
64149 Kansas City $2,868
63017 Chesterfield $2,859
65323 Calhoun $2,759
65049 Lake Ozark $2,727
64620 Altamont $2,727
64164 Kansas City $2,713
64111 Kansas City $2,683
63104 Saint Louis $2,675
65079 Sunrise Beach $2,614
65085 Westphalia $2,613
64106 Kansas City $2,603
64139 Kansas City $2,602
63107 Saint Louis $2,581
64443 Easton $2,576
65054 Loose Creek $2,573
65053 Lohman $2,564
64152 Kansas City $2,555
63117 Saint Louis $2,552
64064 Lees Summit $2,549
65771 Walnut Shade $2,530
64145 Kansas City $2,523
63113 Saint Louis $2,519
64788 Urich $2,515
63055 Labadie $2,499
64739 Creighton $2,498
65075 Saint Elizabeth $2,493
65732 Preston $2,491
64034 Greenwood $2,490
64157 Kansas City $2,485
63040 Wildwood $2,484
65611 Blue Eye $2,475

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Missouri?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Missouri is $2,056 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 699 ZIP codes. This is 16% above the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Missouri?
Missouri homeowners insurance premiums changed by +9.8% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 41.0%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Missouri?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Missouri is 63124, with an average premium of $6,086/yr. The most affordable is 63656 at $1,468/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Missouri homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Missouri is 1.60%. This rate has changed by +39.5% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 63653 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 6.45%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Missouri's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Missouri's average loss ratio is 41.0%. 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 Missouri?
The average claim frequency in Missouri is 5.14%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $16,762. 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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