ZIP 20814 Insurance Data

Bethesda, Maryland · Montgomery County · 2,094 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,355/yr
+16.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
34.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.68%
Avg severity: $17,601
Nonrenewal Rate
0.31%
+5.4% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 20814 (Bethesda, MD)

ZIP 20814 (Bethesda, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,355 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2,094 reported policies. That is 33% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 86th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 45% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 20814 is 34.9%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.68%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,601. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.31% in this ZIP, a rise of 5.4% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 20814 have risen by 16.8%, ranging from $2,016 to $2,355 with a five-year average of $2,188 — an annualized rate of +4.0% 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 20814 Compares

vs National Average
$2,355 vs $1,776
33% above national avg
vs Maryland Average
$2,355 vs $1,627
45% above state avg
National Percentile
86th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,016
2019 $2,093 +3.8%
2020 $2,204 +5.3%
2021 $2,274 +3.2%
2022 $2,355 +3.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,188
Premium Range
$2,016 - $2,355
Annual Change Rate
+4.0% 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 20814?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 20814 (Bethesda, MD) is $2,355 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +16.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Bethesda, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.68% in this ZIP), loss ratio (34.9%), and nonrenewal rates (0.31%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 20814 compared to the national average?
ZIP 20814 premiums of $2,355/yr are 33% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 86th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20814?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20814 is 0.31%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +5.4% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 20814 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 20814 have ranged from $2,016 to $2,355, with a 5-year average of $2,188. The annualized change rate is +4.0% per year.
How does ZIP 20814 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 20814 has an average premium of $2,355/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 45% above the state average.

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