ZIP 21052 Insurance Data

Fort Howard, Maryland · Baltimore County · 1,562 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,300/yr
+4.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
42.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.28%
Avg severity: $16,733
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 21052 (Fort Howard, MD)

ZIP 21052 (Fort Howard, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,300 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,562 reported policies. That is 27% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 31th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 20% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 21052 is 42.2%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.28%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $16,733.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 21052 have risen by 4.8%, ranging from $1,221 to $1,300 with a five-year average of $1,249 — an annualized rate of +1.2% 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 21052 Compares

vs National Average
$1,300 vs $1,776
27% below national avg
vs Maryland Average
$1,300 vs $1,627
20% below state avg
National Percentile
31th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,240
2019 $1,250 +0.8%
2020 $1,221 -2.4%
2021 $1,233 +1.0%
2022 $1,300 +5.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,249
Premium Range
$1,221 - $1,300
Annual Change Rate
+1.2% 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 21052?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 21052 (Fort Howard, MD) is $1,300 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +4.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Fort Howard, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.28% in this ZIP), loss ratio (42.2%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 21052 compared to the national average?
ZIP 21052 premiums of $1,300/yr are 27% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 31th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21052?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21052 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 21052 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 21052 have ranged from $1,221 to $1,300, with a 5-year average of $1,249. The annualized change rate is +1.2% per year.
How does ZIP 21052 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 21052 has an average premium of $1,300/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 20% below the state average.

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