ZIP 01951 · Essex County

Newbury, MA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 01951, Newbury, Massachusetts.

65.3%
Loss ratio
0.58%
Nonrenewal rate
#139 of 500
Massachusetts rank
99
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 01951 (Newbury, MA) homeowners insurance averages $2,321/yr, 85th percentile nationally, 31% above the U.S. norm.

$2,321
Avg premium (2022)
+31%
vs U.S. average
+7.9%
since 2018
85th
national percentile

According to U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data. How we calculate the percentile and national comparison: methodology.

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,321/yr
+7.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
65.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.91%
Avg severity: $38,715
Nonrenewal Rate
0.58%
-14.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 01951 (Newbury, MA)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 01951 (Newbury, MA) at $2,321 per year for 2022 across approximately 99 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 31% above that mark and lands in the 85th national percentile. The Massachusetts statewide average is $2,294 per year; this ZIP sits 1% above that figure, ranking #139 of 500 tracked ZIPs in Massachusetts by premium. The closest-priced peer within Massachusetts is Dorchester (ZIP 02122) at $2,320, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

The loss ratio for ZIP 01951 is 65.3%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. The claim frequency here, the share of policies with at least one claim, stands at 3.91%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $38,715. The nonrenewal rate here is 0.58%, a drop of 14.0% over the past five years, the share of policies insurers choose not to extend at expiration, often a leading sign of market stress.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 01951 premiums risen 7.9%, spanning $2,150 to $2,321 (five-year average: $2,268), an annualized rate of +1.9% per year.

How to read these numbers

The figures on this page come from the U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office, which collects homeowners insurance premium and claims data directly from the largest property insurers in the country. Because the data is aggregated at the ZIP-code level and averaged across many policies, it describes the typical cost in an area rather than a quote for any single home. Two houses on the same street can pay very different premiums depending on their age, construction type, roof condition, prior claims, and the specific coverage limits and deductibles the homeowner selects. The loss ratio shows how much of every premium dollar insurers paid back out as claims; a ratio above one means carriers lost money locally, which often precedes rate increases or carrier exits. Rising nonrenewal and claim frequency reveal how stressed the local market has become. Use these figures to gauge the direction and scale of costs in your area, then request quotes from several licensed carriers before buying or renewing a policy. FIO data aggregates voluntary reporting from the 40 largest homeowners insurers, covering roughly 80% of the U.S. market, so figures represent market averages rather than individual policy quotes; your own premium will vary with dwelling value, deductible, coverage limits, construction type, and insurer-specific underwriting. This page is educational research only and is not insurance advice, homeowners should request quotes from multiple licensed carriers or an independent agent before purchasing or renewing coverage.

How ZIP 01951 Compares

vs National Average
$2,321 vs $1,776
31% above national avg
vs Massachusetts Average
$2,321 vs $2,294
1% above state avg
National Percentile
85th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 01951, 2018–2022

$2,100$2,150$2,200$2,250$2,300$2,350 20182019202020212022 $2,321
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 01951.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,150 -
2019 $2,259 +5.1%
2020 $2,292 +1.4%
2021 $2,319 +1.2%
2022 $2,321 +0.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,268
Premium Range
$2,150 - $2,321
Annual Change Rate
+1.9% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 01951

This ZIP runs well above the U.S. average, shop coverage actively and budget for it.

FIO figures are ZIP-level market averages across the largest insurers (~80% of the market), not a quote for any single home. Request quotes from multiple licensed carriers before buying or renewing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is homeowners insurance in ZIP 01951?
At the 85th percentile nationally, #139 of 500 ZIPs in Massachusetts, ZIP 01951 (Newbury, MA) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $2,321 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +7.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Newbury, MA?
Key cost drivers in ZIP 01951: a claims frequency of 3.91%, a loss ratio of 65.3%, and a nonrenewal rate of 0.58%, placing this ZIP in the 85th percentile nationally for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 01951 compared to the national average?
At $2,321/yr, ZIP 01951 runs 31% above the national average of $1,776/yr, the 85th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 01951?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 01951 is 0.58%, a drop of 14.0% over the past 5 years in Massachusetts.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 01951 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 01951 have ranged from $2,150 to $2,321, with a 5-year average of $2,268. The annualized change rate is +1.9% per year.
How does ZIP 01951 compare to the Massachusetts state average?
The Massachusetts state average is $2,294/yr; ZIP 01951 averages $2,321/yr, 1% above that figure, ranking #139 of 500 tracked ZIPs in Massachusetts by premium.

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