ZIP 21762 Insurance Data

Libertytown, Maryland · Frederick County · 261 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,385/yr
-2.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
399.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.48%
Avg severity: $123,444
Nonrenewal Rate
1.49%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 21762 (Libertytown, MD)

ZIP 21762 (Libertytown, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,385 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 261 reported policies. That is 22% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 38th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 15% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 21762 is 399.2%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected — a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.48%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $123,444. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.49% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 21762 have fallen by 2.5%, ranging from $1,329 to $1,476 with a five-year average of $1,393 — an annualized rate of -0.6% 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 21762 Compares

vs National Average
$1,385 vs $1,776
22% below national avg
vs Maryland Average
$1,385 vs $1,627
15% below state avg
National Percentile
38th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,419
2019 $1,358 -4.3%
2020 $1,329 -2.1%
2021 $1,476 +11.0%
2022 $1,385 -6.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,393
Premium Range
$1,329 - $1,476
Annual Change Rate
-0.6% 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 21762?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 21762 (Libertytown, MD) is $1,385 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -2.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Libertytown, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.48% in this ZIP), loss ratio (399.2%), and nonrenewal rates (1.49%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 21762 compared to the national average?
ZIP 21762 premiums of $1,385/yr are 22% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 38th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21762?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21762 is 1.49%. 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 21762 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 21762 have ranged from $1,329 to $1,476, with a 5-year average of $1,393. The annualized change rate is -0.6% per year.
How does ZIP 21762 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 21762 has an average premium of $1,385/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 15% below the state average.

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