Nebraska Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 288 ZIP codes in Nebraska (NE).

Homeowners in Nebraska pay an average of $2,473 per year for home insurance — 39% above the national average of $1,776. That ranks Nebraska as the 5th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums rose by 11.5%; loss ratios above 100% indicate insurers paid more in claims than they collected — a leading indicator of future rate increases; nonrenewal rates climbed by 155.9% over the same period.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Nebraska ranks 11th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (2.59%) ranks 2nd 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
$2,473/yr
National avg: $1,776 (+39% above)
Premium Change
+11.5%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
105.5%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
2.59%
+155.9% change

Data Snapshot: Nebraska Homeowners Insurance

Nebraska homeowners paid an average of $2,473 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 288 ZIP codes across the state. That is 39% above the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Nebraska ranks 5th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $1,632 in 69044 to $4,434 in 68461.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums rose by 11.5% in Nebraska, placing the state 11th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 105.5%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected in premiums, a leading indicator of future rate increases. Nonrenewal rates — the share of policies insurers decline to extend at expiration — averaged 2.59%, a climb of 155.9% over the study period (ranking 2nd out of 50 states).

Within Nebraska, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (68461 in Walton) charges 172% more than the least expensive (69044 in Trenton), 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: Nebraska

0%150%106%

Nebraska statewide — FIO 2018-2022 average: 106% (Underwriting loss) — paid out more than collected — rate increases virtually guaranteed.

ZIP Codes Tracked

288

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $2,218 $2,190
2019 $2,284 (+3.0%) $2,253
2020 $2,286 (+0.1%) $2,239
2021 $2,395 (+4.8%) $2,350
2022 $2,473 (+3.3%) $2,434

Average Premium by Year

$2,218
2018
$2,284
2019
$2,286
2020
$2,395
2021
$2,473
2022

All ZIP Codes in Nebraska

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

ZIP City Premium
68461 Walton $4,434
68069 Waterloo $3,691
68118 Omaha $3,392
68064 Valley $3,298
68023 Fort Calhoun $3,275
68339 Denton $3,245
68130 Omaha $3,240
68154 Omaha $3,238
68832 Doniphan $3,231
68768 Pilger $3,206
68114 Omaha $3,200
68132 Omaha $3,198
68430 Roca $3,194
68520 Lincoln $3,181
68152 Omaha $3,164
68003 Ashland $3,161
68058 South Bend $3,150
68022 Elkhorn $3,104
68008 Blair $3,079
68037 Louisville $3,046
68034 Kennard $3,010
68532 Lincoln $2,993
68428 Raymond $2,982
68124 Omaha $2,979
68029 Herman $2,978
68059 Springfield $2,978
68407 Murdock $2,954
68824 Cairo $2,948
68517 Lincoln $2,935
68073 Yutan $2,926
68423 Pleasant Dale $2,924
68523 Lincoln $2,906
68404 Martell $2,904
68116 Omaha $2,897
68028 Gretna $2,881
68336 Davey $2,866
68872 Saint Libory $2,856
68133 Papillion $2,855
68007 Bennington $2,851
68135 Omaha $2,846
68347 Eagle $2,830
68941 Glenvil $2,819
68002 Arlington $2,818
68142 Omaha $2,809
68358 Firth $2,798
68526 Lincoln $2,797
68865 Phillips $2,789
68955 Juniata $2,779
68136 Omaha $2,778
68741 Hubbard $2,775

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Nebraska?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Nebraska is $2,473 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 288 ZIP codes. This is 39% above the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Nebraska?
Nebraska homeowners insurance premiums changed by +11.5% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 105.5%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Nebraska?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Nebraska is 68461, with an average premium of $4,434/yr. The most affordable is 69044 at $1,632/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Nebraska homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Nebraska is 2.59%. This rate has changed by +155.9% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 68967 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 7.87%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Nebraska's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Nebraska's average loss ratio is 105.5%. 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 Nebraska?
The average claim frequency in Nebraska is 15.58%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $14,688. 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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