ZIP 02748 Insurance Data

South Dartmouth, Massachusetts · Bristol County · 196 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,209/yr
+4.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
30.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.56%
Avg severity: $37,800
Nonrenewal Rate
0.70%
-42.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 02748 (South Dartmouth, MA)

ZIP 02748 (South Dartmouth, MA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,209 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 196 reported policies. That is 81% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 96th percentile nationally. Compared to the Massachusetts state average of $2,294, this ZIP runs 40% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 02748 is 30.2%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.56%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $37,800. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.70% in this ZIP, a drop of 42.7% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 02748 have risen by 4.3%, ranging from $3,078 to $3,254 with a five-year average of $3,172 — an annualized rate of +1.1% 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 02748 Compares

vs National Average
$3,209 vs $1,776
81% above national avg
vs Massachusetts Average
$3,209 vs $2,294
40% above state avg
National Percentile
96th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $3,078
2019 $3,168 +2.9%
2020 $3,150 -0.6%
2021 $3,254 +3.3%
2022 $3,209 -1.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$3,172
Premium Range
$3,078 - $3,254
Annual Change Rate
+1.1% 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 02748?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 02748 (South Dartmouth, MA) is $3,209 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +4.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in South Dartmouth, MA?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.56% in this ZIP), loss ratio (30.2%), and nonrenewal rates (0.70%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 02748 compared to the national average?
ZIP 02748 premiums of $3,209/yr are 81% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 96th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 02748?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 02748 is 0.70%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -42.7% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 02748 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 02748 have ranged from $3,078 to $3,254, with a 5-year average of $3,172. The annualized change rate is +1.1% per year.
How does ZIP 02748 compare to the Massachusetts state average?
ZIP 02748 has an average premium of $3,209/yr compared to the Massachusetts state average of $2,294/yr. This ZIP is 40% above the state average.

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