ZIP 20905 Insurance Data

Silver Spring, Maryland · Montgomery County · 542 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,738/yr
+10.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
58.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
7.73%
Avg severity: $13,061
Nonrenewal Rate
0.37%
-35.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 20905 (Silver Spring, MD)

ZIP 20905 (Silver Spring, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,738 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 542 reported policies. That is 2% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 63th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 7% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 20905 is 58.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 7.73%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $13,061. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.37% in this ZIP, a drop of 35.3% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 20905 have risen by 10.1%, ranging from $1,578 to $1,738 with a five-year average of $1,649 — an annualized rate of +2.4% 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 20905 Compares

vs National Average
$1,738 vs $1,776
2% below national avg
vs Maryland Average
$1,738 vs $1,627
7% above state avg
National Percentile
63th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,578
2019 $1,596 +1.1%
2020 $1,654 +3.6%
2021 $1,681 +1.7%
2022 $1,738 +3.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,649
Premium Range
$1,578 - $1,738
Annual Change Rate
+2.4% 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 20905?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 20905 (Silver Spring, MD) is $1,738 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +10.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Silver Spring, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (7.73% in this ZIP), loss ratio (58.1%), and nonrenewal rates (0.37%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 20905 compared to the national average?
ZIP 20905 premiums of $1,738/yr are 2% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 63th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20905?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 20905 is 0.37%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -35.3% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 20905 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 20905 have ranged from $1,578 to $1,738, with a 5-year average of $1,649. The annualized change rate is +2.4% per year.
How does ZIP 20905 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 20905 has an average premium of $1,738/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 7% above the state average.

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