ZIP 20759 Insurance Data

Fulton, Maryland · Howard County · 204 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,028/yr
+14.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
96.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
7.34%
Avg severity: $26,641
Nonrenewal Rate
0.59%
+120.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 20759 (Fulton, MD)

ZIP 20759 (Fulton, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,028 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 204 reported policies. That is 14% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 76th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 25% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 20759 is 96.4%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 7.34%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $26,641. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.59% in this ZIP, a rise of 120.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 20759 have risen by 14.2%, ranging from $1,777 to $2,028 with a five-year average of $1,892 — an annualized rate of +3.4% 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 20759 Compares

vs National Average
$2,028 vs $1,776
14% above national avg
vs Maryland Average
$2,028 vs $1,627
25% above state avg
National Percentile
76th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,777
2019 $1,846 +3.9%
2020 $1,896 +2.7%
2021 $1,914 +0.9%
2022 $2,028 +6.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,892
Premium Range
$1,777 - $2,028
Annual Change Rate
+3.4% 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 20759?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 20759 (Fulton, MD) is $2,028 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +14.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Fulton, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (7.34% in this ZIP), loss ratio (96.4%), and nonrenewal rates (0.59%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 20759 compared to the national average?
ZIP 20759 premiums of $2,028/yr are 14% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 76th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20759?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20759 is 0.59%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +120.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 20759 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 20759 have ranged from $1,777 to $2,028, with a 5-year average of $1,892. The annualized change rate is +3.4% per year.
How does ZIP 20759 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 20759 has an average premium of $2,028/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 25% above the state average.

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