ZIP 42044 Insurance Data

Gilbertsville, Kentucky · Marshall County · 55 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,189/yr
+5.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
1386.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
27.09%
Avg severity: $111,979
Nonrenewal Rate
0.56%
+54.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 42044 (Gilbertsville, KY)

ZIP 42044 (Gilbertsville, KY) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,189 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 55 reported policies. That is 23% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 82th percentile nationally. Compared to the Kentucky state average of $1,557, this ZIP runs 41% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 42044 is 1386.0%, 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 27.09%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $111,979. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.56% in this ZIP, a rise of 54.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 42044 have risen by 5.0%, ranging from $2,054 to $2,189 with a five-year average of $2,101 — 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 42044 Compares

vs National Average
$2,189 vs $1,776
23% above national avg
vs Kentucky Average
$2,189 vs $1,557
41% above state avg
National Percentile
82th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,085
2019 $2,090 +0.3%
2020 $2,086 -0.2%
2021 $2,054 -1.5%
2022 $2,189 +6.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,101
Premium Range
$2,054 - $2,189
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 42044?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 42044 (Gilbertsville, KY) is $2,189 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +5.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Gilbertsville, KY?
Key factors include claims frequency (27.09% in this ZIP), loss ratio (1386.0%), and nonrenewal rates (0.56%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 42044 compared to the national average?
ZIP 42044 premiums of $2,189/yr are 23% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 82th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 42044?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 42044 is 0.56%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +54.9% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 42044 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 42044 have ranged from $2,054 to $2,189, with a 5-year average of $2,101. The annualized change rate is +1.2% per year.
How does ZIP 42044 compare to the Kentucky state average?
ZIP 42044 has an average premium of $2,189/yr compared to the Kentucky state average of $1,557/yr. This ZIP is 41% above the state average.

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