ZIP 21738 Insurance Data

Glenwood, Maryland · Howard County · 173 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,467/yr
+12.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
37.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.63%
Avg severity: $16,222
Nonrenewal Rate
0.70%
+97.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 21738 (Glenwood, MD)

ZIP 21738 (Glenwood, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,467 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 173 reported policies. That is 39% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 88th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 52% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 21738 is 37.0%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.63%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $16,222. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.70% in this ZIP, a rise of 97.7% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 21738 have risen by 12.5%, ranging from $2,194 to $2,467 with a five-year average of $2,330 — an annualized rate of +3.0% 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 21738 Compares

vs National Average
$2,467 vs $1,776
39% above national avg
vs Maryland Average
$2,467 vs $1,627
52% above state avg
National Percentile
88th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,194
2019 $2,280 +3.9%
2020 $2,336 +2.4%
2021 $2,374 +1.7%
2022 $2,467 +3.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,330
Premium Range
$2,194 - $2,467
Annual Change Rate
+3.0% 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 21738?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 21738 (Glenwood, MD) is $2,467 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +12.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Glenwood, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.63% in this ZIP), loss ratio (37.0%), and nonrenewal rates (0.70%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 21738 compared to the national average?
ZIP 21738 premiums of $2,467/yr are 39% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 88th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21738?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21738 is 0.70%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +97.7% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 21738 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 21738 have ranged from $2,194 to $2,467, with a 5-year average of $2,330. The annualized change rate is +3.0% per year.
How does ZIP 21738 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 21738 has an average premium of $2,467/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 52% above the state average.

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