ZIP 04918 Insurance Data

Belgrade Lakes, Maine · Kennebec County · 37 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,574/yr
+0.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
66.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
8.64%
Avg severity: $12,118
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 04918 (Belgrade Lakes, ME)

ZIP 04918 (Belgrade Lakes, ME) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,574 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 37 reported policies. That is 11% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 52th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maine state average of $1,294, this ZIP runs 22% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 04918 is 66.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 8.64%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $12,118.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 04918 have risen by 0.4%, ranging from $1,562 to $1,631 with a five-year average of $1,579 — an annualized rate of +0.1% 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 04918 Compares

vs National Average
$1,574 vs $1,776
11% below national avg
vs Maine Average
$1,574 vs $1,294
22% above state avg
National Percentile
52th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,568
2019 $1,562 -0.4%
2020 $1,562 +0.0%
2021 $1,631 +4.4%
2022 $1,574 -3.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,579
Premium Range
$1,562 - $1,631
Annual Change Rate
+0.1% 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 04918?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 04918 (Belgrade Lakes, ME) is $1,574 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +0.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Belgrade Lakes, ME?
Key factors include claims frequency (8.64% in this ZIP), loss ratio (66.5%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 04918 compared to the national average?
ZIP 04918 premiums of $1,574/yr are 11% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 52th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 04918?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 04918 is N/A. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 04918 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 04918 have ranged from $1,562 to $1,631, with a 5-year average of $1,579. The annualized change rate is +0.1% per year.
How does ZIP 04918 compare to the Maine state average?
ZIP 04918 has an average premium of $1,574/yr compared to the Maine state average of $1,294/yr. This ZIP is 22% above the state average.

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