ZIP 48098 Insurance Data

Troy, Michigan · Oakland County · 805 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,736/yr
-0.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
43.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.39%
Avg severity: $17,148
Nonrenewal Rate
2.46%
-73.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 48098 (Troy, MI)

ZIP 48098 (Troy, MI) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,736 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 805 reported policies. That is 2% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 62th percentile nationally. Compared to the Michigan state average of $1,233, this ZIP runs 41% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 48098 is 43.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.39%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,148. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 2.46% in this ZIP, a drop of 73.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 48098 have fallen by 0.4%, ranging from $1,719 to $1,765 with a five-year average of $1,738 — an annualized rate of -0.1% 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 48098 Compares

vs National Average
$1,736 vs $1,776
2% below national avg
vs Michigan Average
$1,736 vs $1,233
41% above state avg
National Percentile
62th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,743
2019 $1,719 -1.4%
2020 $1,765 +2.7%
2021 $1,725 -2.2%
2022 $1,736 +0.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,738
Premium Range
$1,719 - $1,765
Annual Change Rate
-0.1% 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 48098?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 48098 (Troy, MI) is $1,736 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -0.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Troy, MI?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.39% in this ZIP), loss ratio (43.4%), and nonrenewal rates (2.46%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 48098 compared to the national average?
ZIP 48098 premiums of $1,736/yr are 2% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 62th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 48098?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 48098 is 2.46%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -73.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 48098 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 48098 have ranged from $1,719 to $1,765, with a 5-year average of $1,738. The annualized change rate is -0.1% per year.
How does ZIP 48098 compare to the Michigan state average?
ZIP 48098 has an average premium of $1,736/yr compared to the Michigan state average of $1,233/yr. This ZIP is 41% above the state average.

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