ZIP 02053 Insurance Data

Medway, Massachusetts · Norfolk County · 426 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,839/yr
+3.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
28.7%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.44%
Avg severity: $15,359
Nonrenewal Rate
0.93%
-61.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 02053 (Medway, MA)

ZIP 02053 (Medway, MA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,839 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 426 reported policies. That is 4% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 68th percentile nationally. Compared to the Massachusetts state average of $2,294, this ZIP runs 20% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 02053 is 28.7%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.44%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $15,359. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.93% in this ZIP, a drop of 61.3% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 02053 have risen by 3.7%, ranging from $1,774 to $1,885 with a five-year average of $1,837 — an annualized rate of +0.9% per year. 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 02053 Compares

vs National Average
$1,839 vs $1,776
4% above national avg
vs Massachusetts Average
$1,839 vs $2,294
20% below state avg
National Percentile
68th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,774
2019 $1,822 +2.7%
2020 $1,885 +3.4%
2021 $1,866 -1.0%
2022 $1,839 -1.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,837
Premium Range
$1,774 - $1,885
Annual Change Rate
+0.9% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

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 02053?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 02053 (Medway, MA) is $1,839 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +3.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Medway, MA?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.44% in this ZIP), loss ratio (28.7%), and nonrenewal rates (0.93%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 02053 compared to the national average?
ZIP 02053 premiums of $1,839/yr are 4% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 68th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 02053?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 02053 is 0.93%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -61.3% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 02053 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 02053 have ranged from $1,774 to $1,885, with a 5-year average of $1,837. The annualized change rate is +0.9% per year.
How does ZIP 02053 compare to the Massachusetts state average?
ZIP 02053 has an average premium of $1,839/yr compared to the Massachusetts state average of $2,294/yr. This ZIP is 20% below the state average.

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