ZIP 04988 Insurance Data

Unity, Maine · Waldo County · 16 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,122/yr
+12.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
17.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.35%
Avg severity: $8,583
Nonrenewal Rate
1.17%
+25.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 04988 (Unity, ME)

ZIP 04988 (Unity, ME) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,122 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 16 reported policies. That is 37% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 17th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maine state average of $1,294, this ZIP runs 13% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 04988 is 17.9%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.35%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $8,583. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.17% in this ZIP, a rise of 25.5% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 04988 have risen by 12.5%, ranging from $997 to $1,122 with a five-year average of $1,053 — an annualized rate of +3.0% 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 04988 Compares

vs National Average
$1,122 vs $1,776
37% below national avg
vs Maine Average
$1,122 vs $1,294
13% below state avg
National Percentile
17th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $997
2019 $1,045 +4.8%
2020 $1,034 -1.1%
2021 $1,068 +3.3%
2022 $1,122 +5.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,053
Premium Range
$997 - $1,122
Annual Change Rate
+3.0% 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 04988?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 04988 (Unity, ME) is $1,122 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +12.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Unity, ME?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.35% in this ZIP), loss ratio (17.9%), and nonrenewal rates (1.17%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 04988 compared to the national average?
ZIP 04988 premiums of $1,122/yr are 37% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 17th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 04988?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 04988 is 1.17%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +25.5% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 04988 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 04988 have ranged from $997 to $1,122, with a 5-year average of $1,053. The annualized change rate is +3.0% per year.
How does ZIP 04988 compare to the Maine state average?
ZIP 04988 has an average premium of $1,122/yr compared to the Maine state average of $1,294/yr. This ZIP is 13% below the state average.

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