ZIP 20818 Insurance Data

Cabin John, Maryland · Montgomery County · 743 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,486/yr
+13.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
40.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
6.20%
Avg severity: $16,207
Nonrenewal Rate
0.50%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 20818 (Cabin John, MD)

ZIP 20818 (Cabin John, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,486 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 743 reported policies. That is 40% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 89th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 53% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 20818 is 40.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 6.20%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $16,207. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.50% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 20818 have risen by 13.6%, ranging from $2,188 to $2,486 with a five-year average of $2,342 — an annualized rate of +3.2% 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 20818 Compares

vs National Average
$2,486 vs $1,776
40% above national avg
vs Maryland Average
$2,486 vs $1,627
53% above state avg
National Percentile
89th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,188
2019 $2,222 +1.6%
2020 $2,392 +7.7%
2021 $2,423 +1.3%
2022 $2,486 +2.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,342
Premium Range
$2,188 - $2,486
Annual Change Rate
+3.2% 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 20818?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 20818 (Cabin John, MD) is $2,486 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +13.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Cabin John, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (6.20% in this ZIP), loss ratio (40.4%), and nonrenewal rates (0.50%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 20818 compared to the national average?
ZIP 20818 premiums of $2,486/yr are 40% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 89th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20818?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20818 is 0.50%. 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 20818 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 20818 have ranged from $2,188 to $2,486, with a 5-year average of $2,342. The annualized change rate is +3.2% per year.
How does ZIP 20818 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 20818 has an average premium of $2,486/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 53% above the state average.

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