ZIP 06853 · Fairfield County

Norwalk, CT Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 06853, Norwalk, Connecticut.

33.3%
Loss ratio
0.49%
Nonrenewal rate
#10 of 262
Connecticut rank
1,175
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 06853 (Norwalk, CT) homeowners insurance averages $4,848/yr, 99th percentile nationally, 173% above the U.S. norm.

$4,848
Avg premium (2022)
+173%
vs U.S. average
+3.8%
since 2018
99th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$4,848/yr
+3.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
33.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.64%
Avg severity: $34,835
Nonrenewal Rate
0.49%
+21.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 06853 (Norwalk, CT)

ZIP 06853 (Norwalk, CT) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $4,848 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,175 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 173% above that mark and lands in the 99th national percentile. Against Connecticut's average of $2,258, ZIP 06853 is 115% above, ranking #10 of 262 tracked ZIPs in Connecticut by premium. The closest-priced peer within Connecticut is Salisbury (ZIP 06068) at $4,742, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

With a loss ratio of 33.3%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in ZIP 06853. 4.64% of policies in ZIP 06853 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $34,835. 0.49% of ZIP 06853 policies go unrenewed at expiration, a rise of 21.5% over the past five years, a pattern that tends to precede broader insurer pullback in stressed markets.

Premium data spanning 5 years shows ZIP 06853 costs have risen 3.8% since 2018, from a low of $4,566 to a high of $4,848, an annualized rate of +0.9% 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 06853 Compares

vs National Average
$4,848 vs $1,776
173% above national avg
vs Connecticut Average
$4,848 vs $2,258
115% above state avg
National Percentile
99th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 06853, 2018–2022

$4,500$4,600$4,700$4,800$4,900 20182019202020212022 $4,848
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 06853.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $4,671 -
2019 $4,711 +0.8%
2020 $4,566 -3.1%
2021 $4,739 +3.8%
2022 $4,848 +2.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$4,707
Premium Range
$4,566 - $4,848
Annual Change Rate
+0.9% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 06853

Costs here sit well above the national norm, budget accordingly and shop coverage actively.

  • Put ZIP 06853 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • Connecticut's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Connecticut 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 06853?
At the 99th percentile nationally, #10 of 262 ZIPs in Connecticut, ZIP 06853 (Norwalk, CT) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $4,848 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +3.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Norwalk, CT?
In ZIP 06853, insurers report a 33.3% loss ratio, a 4.64% claims frequency, and a 0.49% nonrenewal rate, the 99th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 06853 compared to the national average?
ZIP 06853 premiums of $4,848/yr are 173% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 99th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 06853?
ZIP 06853 shows a nonrenewal rate of 0.49% in Connecticut, a rise of 21.5% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 06853 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 06853 have ranged from $4,566 to $4,848, with a 5-year average of $4,707. The annualized change rate is +0.9% per year.
How does ZIP 06853 compare to the Connecticut state average?
ZIP 06853 runs 115% above the Connecticut state average ($2,258/yr vs this ZIP's $4,848/yr), ranking #10 of 262 tracked ZIPs in Connecticut 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.