ZIP 04983 · Franklin County

Strong, ME Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 04983, Strong, Maine.

3.0%
Loss ratio
0.48%
Nonrenewal rate
#178 of 395
Maine rank
4
Policies

The verdict

At $1,166/yr, Strong, ME (ZIP 04983) sits in the 20th percentile nationally for homeowners insurance costs, 34% below the U.S. average.

$1,166
Avg premium (2022)
-34%
vs U.S. average
+4.8%
since 2018
20th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,166/yr
+4.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
3.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.92%
Avg severity: $1,815
Nonrenewal Rate
0.48%
-34.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 04983 (Strong, ME)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 04983 (Strong, ME) at $1,166 per year for 2022 across approximately 4 reported policies. Nationally, that ranks ZIP 04983 in the 20th percentile, 34% below the U.S. average of $1,776 per year. The Maine statewide average is $1,294 per year; this ZIP sits 10% below that figure, ranking #178 of 395 tracked ZIPs in Maine by premium. The closest-priced peer within Maine is Belfast (ZIP 04915) at $1,166, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

ZIP 04983 shows a 3.0% loss ratio, an indication that insurers retained a working margin after claims. 1.92% of policies in ZIP 04983 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $1,815. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.48% in this ZIP, a drop of 34.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 04983 premiums risen 4.8%, spanning $1,113 to $1,176 (five-year average: $1,156), an annualized rate of +1.2% 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 04983 Compares

vs National Average
$1,166 vs $1,776
34% below national avg
vs Maine Average
$1,166 vs $1,294
10% below state avg
National Percentile
20th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 04983, 2018–2022

$1,100$1,120$1,140$1,160$1,180 20182019202020212022 $1,166
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 04983.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,113 -
2019 $1,153 +3.6%
2020 $1,176 +2.1%
2021 $1,169 -0.6%
2022 $1,166 -0.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,156
Premium Range
$1,113 - $1,176
Annual Change Rate
+1.2% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 04983

Use these averages as a benchmark, then get real quotes before you commit.

  • Compare ZIP 04983 against nearby ZIPs to spot where rates run lower. Compare ZIPs
  • Maine's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Maine overview
  • Loss ratio explains a lot about this area's insurance market, here's how to read it. Loss ratio guide

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 04983?
Homeowners insurance in ZIP 04983 (Strong, ME) is comparatively affordable at $1,166 per year as of 2022, just the 20th percentile nationally, #178 of 395 ZIPs in Maine. Premiums have changed +4.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Strong, ME?
In ZIP 04983, insurers report a 3.0% loss ratio, a 1.92% claims frequency, and a 0.48% nonrenewal rate, the 20th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 04983 compared to the national average?
ZIP 04983 premiums of $1,166/yr are 34% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 20th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 04983?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 04983 is 0.48%, a drop of 34.8% over the past 5 years in Maine.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 04983 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 04983 have ranged from $1,113 to $1,176, with a 5-year average of $1,156. The annualized change rate is +1.2% per year.
How does ZIP 04983 compare to the Maine state average?
ZIP 04983 runs 10% below the Maine state average ($1,294/yr vs this ZIP's $1,166/yr), ranking #178 of 395 tracked ZIPs in Maine by premium.

Every figure on PlainInsure is rendered directly from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on U.S. Treasury FIO data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.