ZIP 15539 Insurance Data

Fishertown, Pennsylvania · Bedford County · 139 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$831/yr
+11.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
10.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.30%
Avg severity: $3,708
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 15539 (Fishertown, PA)

ZIP 15539 (Fishertown, PA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $831 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 139 reported policies. That is 53% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 1th percentile nationally. Compared to the Pennsylvania state average of $1,131, this ZIP runs 27% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 15539 is 10.3%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.30%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $3,708.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 15539 have risen by 11.1%, ranging from $748 to $831 with a five-year average of $796 — an annualized rate of +2.7% 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 15539 Compares

vs National Average
$831 vs $1,776
53% below national avg
vs Pennsylvania Average
$831 vs $1,131
27% below state avg
National Percentile
1th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $748
2019 $812 +8.6%
2020 $785 -3.4%
2021 $805 +2.6%
2022 $831 +3.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$796
Premium Range
$748 - $831
Annual Change Rate
+2.7% 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 15539?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 15539 (Fishertown, PA) is $831 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +11.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Fishertown, PA?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.30% in this ZIP), loss ratio (10.3%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 15539 compared to the national average?
ZIP 15539 premiums of $831/yr are 53% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 1th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 15539?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 15539 is N/A. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 15539 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 15539 have ranged from $748 to $831, with a 5-year average of $796. The annualized change rate is +2.7% per year.
How does ZIP 15539 compare to the Pennsylvania state average?
ZIP 15539 has an average premium of $831/yr compared to the Pennsylvania state average of $1,131/yr. This ZIP is 27% below the state average.

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