ZIP 14621 Insurance Data

Rochester, New York · Monroe County · 3,165 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$922/yr
+3.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
91.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
7.15%
Avg severity: $11,796
Nonrenewal Rate
0.93%
-36.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 14621 (Rochester, NY)

ZIP 14621 (Rochester, NY) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $922 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 3,165 reported policies. That is 48% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 3th percentile nationally. Compared to the New York state average of $1,896, this ZIP runs 51% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 14621 is 91.5%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 7.15%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $11,796. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.93% in this ZIP, a drop of 36.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 14621 have risen by 3.7%, ranging from $882 to $922 with a five-year average of $897 — an annualized rate of +0.9% 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 14621 Compares

vs National Average
$922 vs $1,776
48% below national avg
vs New York Average
$922 vs $1,896
51% below state avg
National Percentile
3th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $889
2019 $882 -0.9%
2020 $885 +0.4%
2021 $907 +2.5%
2022 $922 +1.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$897
Premium Range
$882 - $922
Annual Change Rate
+0.9% 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 14621?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 14621 (Rochester, NY) is $922 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +3.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Rochester, NY?
Key factors include claims frequency (7.15% in this ZIP), loss ratio (91.5%), and nonrenewal rates (0.93%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 14621 compared to the national average?
ZIP 14621 premiums of $922/yr are 48% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 3th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 14621?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 14621 is 0.93%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -36.9% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 14621 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 14621 have ranged from $882 to $922, with a 5-year average of $897. The annualized change rate is +0.9% per year.
How does ZIP 14621 compare to the New York state average?
ZIP 14621 has an average premium of $922/yr compared to the New York state average of $1,896/yr. This ZIP is 51% below the state average.

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