ZIP 21562 · Allegany County

Westernport, MD Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 21562, Westernport, Maryland.

56.4%
Loss ratio
1.29%
Nonrenewal rate
#417 of 422
Maryland rank
41
Policies

The verdict

At $1,003/yr, Westernport, MD (ZIP 21562) sits in the 8th percentile nationally for homeowners insurance costs, 44% below the U.S. average.

$1,003
Avg premium (2022)
-44%
vs U.S. average
+13.1%
since 2018
8th
national percentile

According to U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data. How we calculate the percentile and national comparison: methodology.

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,003/yr
+13.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
56.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.59%
Avg severity: $21,834
Nonrenewal Rate
1.29%
+14.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 21562 (Westernport, MD)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 21562 (Westernport, MD) at $1,003 per year for 2022 across approximately 41 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 44% below that mark and lands in the 8th national percentile. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 38% below, ranking #417 of 422 tracked ZIPs in Maryland by premium. The closest-priced peer within Maryland is Rawlings (ZIP 21557) at $999, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

ZIP 21562 shows a 56.4% loss ratio, an indication that insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency, the share of policies with at least one claim, is 2.59%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $21,834. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 1.29% in this ZIP, a rise of 14.0% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Premium data spanning 5 years shows ZIP 21562 costs have risen 13.1% since 2018, from a low of $887 to a high of $1,003, an annualized rate of +3.1% per year.

How to read these numbers

The figures on this page come from the U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office, which collects homeowners insurance premium and claims data directly from the largest property insurers in the country. Because the data is aggregated at the ZIP-code level and averaged across many policies, it describes the typical cost in an area rather than a quote for any single home. Two houses on the same street can pay very different premiums depending on their age, construction type, roof condition, prior claims, and the specific coverage limits and deductibles the homeowner selects. The loss ratio shows how much of every premium dollar insurers paid back out as claims; a ratio above one means carriers lost money locally, which often precedes rate increases or carrier exits. Rising nonrenewal and claim frequency reveal how stressed the local market has become. Use these figures to gauge the direction and scale of costs in your area, then request quotes from several licensed carriers before buying or renewing a policy. 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 21562 Compares

vs National Average
$1,003 vs $1,776
44% below national avg
vs Maryland Average
$1,003 vs $1,627
38% below state avg
National Percentile
8th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 21562, 2018–2022

$850$900$950$1,000$1,050 20182019202020212022 $1,003
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 21562.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $887 -
2019 $921 +3.9%
2020 $952 +3.3%
2021 $958 +0.6%
2022 $1,003 +4.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$944
Premium Range
$887 - $1,003
Annual Change Rate
+3.1% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 21562

Treat these figures as a starting benchmark, real quotes from carriers will vary.

  • Put ZIP 21562 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • Maryland's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Maryland overview
  • Loss ratio explains a lot about this area's insurance market, here's how to read it. Loss ratio guide

FIO figures are ZIP-level market averages across the largest insurers (~80% of the market), not a quote for any single home. Request quotes from multiple licensed carriers before buying or renewing.

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 21562?
Homeowners insurance in ZIP 21562 (Westernport, MD) is comparatively affordable at $1,003 per year as of 2022, just the 8th percentile nationally, #417 of 422 ZIPs in Maryland. Premiums have changed +13.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Westernport, MD?
Three figures shape homeowners insurance costs in ZIP 21562: claims frequency (2.59%), loss ratio (56.4%), and nonrenewal rate (1.29%), together placing this ZIP at the 8th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 21562 compared to the national average?
Nationally, ZIP 21562 lands in the 8th percentile: its $1,003/yr average is 44% below the U.S. figure of $1,776/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21562?
ZIP 21562 shows a nonrenewal rate of 1.29% in Maryland, a rise of 14.0% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 21562 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 21562 have ranged from $887 to $1,003, with a 5-year average of $944. The annualized change rate is +3.1% per year.
How does ZIP 21562 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 21562 runs 38% below the Maryland state average ($1,627/yr vs this ZIP's $1,003/yr), ranking #417 of 422 tracked ZIPs in Maryland by premium.

Every figure on PlainInsure is rendered directly from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on U.S. Treasury FIO data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.