ZIP 21914 Insurance Data

Charlestown, Maryland · Cecil County · 397 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,217/yr
+9.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
33.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.31%
Avg severity: $9,329
Nonrenewal Rate
1.72%
+270.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 21914 (Charlestown, MD)

ZIP 21914 (Charlestown, MD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,217 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 397 reported policies. That is 31% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 25th percentile nationally. Compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627, this ZIP runs 25% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 21914 is 33.0%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.31%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $9,329. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.72% in this ZIP, a rise of 270.7% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 21914 have risen by 9.9%, ranging from $1,107 to $1,229 with a five-year average of $1,172 — 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 21914 Compares

vs National Average
$1,217 vs $1,776
31% below national avg
vs Maryland Average
$1,217 vs $1,627
25% below state avg
National Percentile
25th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,107
2019 $1,125 +1.6%
2020 $1,181 +5.0%
2021 $1,229 +4.1%
2022 $1,217 -1.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,172
Premium Range
$1,107 - $1,229
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 21914?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 21914 (Charlestown, MD) is $1,217 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +9.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Charlestown, MD?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.31% in this ZIP), loss ratio (33.0%), and nonrenewal rates (1.72%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 21914 compared to the national average?
ZIP 21914 premiums of $1,217/yr are 31% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 25th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21914?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 21914 is 1.72%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +270.7% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 21914 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 21914 have ranged from $1,107 to $1,229, with a 5-year average of $1,172. The annualized change rate is +2.4% per year.
How does ZIP 21914 compare to the Maryland state average?
ZIP 21914 has an average premium of $1,217/yr compared to the Maryland state average of $1,627/yr. This ZIP is 25% below the state average.

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