ZIP 20674 Insurance Data

Piney Point, Maryland · St. Mary's County · 152 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,889/yr
+12.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
86.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.71%
Avg severity: $28,548
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 20674 (Piney Point, MD)

ZIP 20674 (Piney Point, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,889 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 152 reported policies. That is 6% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 71th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 16% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 20674 is 86.2%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.71%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $28,548.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 20674 have risen by 12.3%, ranging from $1,682 to $1,889 with a five-year average of $1,801 — an annualized rate of +2.9% 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 20674 Compares

vs National Average
$1,889 vs $1,776
6% above national avg
vs Maryland Average
$1,889 vs $1,627
16% above state avg
National Percentile
71th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,682
2019 $1,762 +4.7%
2020 $1,799 +2.1%
2021 $1,872 +4.0%
2022 $1,889 +0.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,801
Premium Range
$1,682 - $1,889
Annual Change Rate
+2.9% 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 20674?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 20674 (Piney Point, MD) is $1,889 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +12.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Piney Point, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.71% in this ZIP), loss ratio (86.2%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 20674 compared to the national average?
ZIP 20674 premiums of $1,889/yr are 6% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 71th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20674?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20674 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 20674 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 20674 have ranged from $1,682 to $1,889, with a 5-year average of $1,801. The annualized change rate is +2.9% per year.
How does ZIP 20674 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 20674 has an average premium of $1,889/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 16% above the state average.

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