ZIP 06785 Insurance Data

South Kent, Connecticut · Litchfield County · 19 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$4,231/yr
-5.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
23.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.21%
Avg severity: $31,518
Nonrenewal Rate
0.40%
-4.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 06785 (South Kent, CT)

ZIP 06785 (South Kent, CT) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $4,231 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 19 reported policies. That is 138% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 98th percentile nationally. Compared to the Connecticut state average of $2,258, this ZIP runs 87% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 06785 is 23.9%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.21%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $31,518. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.40% in this ZIP, a drop of 4.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 06785 have fallen by 5.7%, ranging from $4,088 to $4,486 with a five-year average of $4,242 — an annualized rate of -1.4% 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 06785 Compares

vs National Average
$4,231 vs $1,776
138% above national avg
vs Connecticut Average
$4,231 vs $2,258
87% above state avg
National Percentile
98th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $4,486
2019 $4,233 -5.6%
2020 $4,088 -3.4%
2021 $4,173 +2.1%
2022 $4,231 +1.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$4,242
Premium Range
$4,088 - $4,486
Annual Change Rate
-1.4% 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 06785?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 06785 (South Kent, CT) is $4,231 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -5.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in South Kent, CT?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.21% in this ZIP), loss ratio (23.9%), and nonrenewal rates (0.40%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 06785 compared to the national average?
ZIP 06785 premiums of $4,231/yr are 138% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 98th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 06785?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 06785 is 0.40%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -4.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 06785 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 06785 have ranged from $4,088 to $4,486, with a 5-year average of $4,242. The annualized change rate is -1.4% per year.
How does ZIP 06785 compare to the Connecticut state average?
ZIP 06785 has an average premium of $4,231/yr compared to the Connecticut state average of $2,258/yr. This ZIP is 87% above the state average.

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