ZIP 06812 Insurance Data

New Fairfield, Connecticut · Fairfield County · 262 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,093/yr
+0.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
37.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.21%
Avg severity: $24,140
Nonrenewal Rate
0.68%
-14.2% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 06812 (New Fairfield, CT)

ZIP 06812 (New Fairfield, CT) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,093 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 262 reported policies. That is 18% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 79th percentile nationally. Compared to the Connecticut state average of $2,258, this ZIP runs 7% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 06812 is 37.0%, 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 $24,140. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.68% in this ZIP, a drop of 14.2% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 06812 have risen by 0.6%, ranging from $2,080 to $2,119 with a five-year average of $2,096 — 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 06812 Compares

vs National Average
$2,093 vs $1,776
18% above national avg
vs Connecticut Average
$2,093 vs $2,258
7% below state avg
National Percentile
79th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,080
2019 $2,101 +1.0%
2020 $2,119 +0.8%
2021 $2,086 -1.5%
2022 $2,093 +0.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,096
Premium Range
$2,080 - $2,119
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 06812?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 06812 (New Fairfield, CT) is $2,093 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +0.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in New Fairfield, CT?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.21% in this ZIP), loss ratio (37.0%), and nonrenewal rates (0.68%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 06812 compared to the national average?
ZIP 06812 premiums of $2,093/yr are 18% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 79th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 06812?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 06812 is 0.68%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -14.2% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 06812 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 06812 have ranged from $2,080 to $2,119, with a 5-year average of $2,096. The annualized change rate is +0.2% per year.
How does ZIP 06812 compare to the Connecticut state average?
ZIP 06812 has an average premium of $2,093/yr compared to the Connecticut state average of $2,258/yr. This ZIP is 7% below the state average.

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