ZIP 04982 Insurance Data

Stratton, Maine · Franklin County · 4 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$989/yr
-0.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
1.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
0.41%
Avg severity: $4,350
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 04982 (Stratton, ME)

ZIP 04982 (Stratton, ME) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $989 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 4 reported policies. That is 44% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 7th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maine state average of $1,294, this ZIP runs 24% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 04982 is 1.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 0.41%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $4,350.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 04982 have fallen by 0.8%, ranging from $983 to $1,016 with a five-year average of $1,000 — an annualized rate of -0.2% 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 04982 Compares

vs National Average
$989 vs $1,776
44% below national avg
vs Maine Average
$989 vs $1,294
24% below state avg
National Percentile
7th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $997
2019 $1,016 +1.8%
2020 $1,014 -0.2%
2021 $983 -3.1%
2022 $989 +0.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,000
Premium Range
$983 - $1,016
Annual Change Rate
-0.2% 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 04982?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 04982 (Stratton, ME) is $989 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -0.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Stratton, ME?
Key factors include claims frequency (0.41% in this ZIP), loss ratio (1.8%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 04982 compared to the national average?
ZIP 04982 premiums of $989/yr are 44% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 7th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 04982?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 04982 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 04982 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 04982 have ranged from $983 to $1,016, with a 5-year average of $1,000. The annualized change rate is -0.2% per year.
How does ZIP 04982 compare to the Maine state average?
ZIP 04982 has an average premium of $989/yr compared to the Maine state average of $1,294/yr. This ZIP is 24% below the state average.

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