ZIP 48178 Insurance Data

South Lyon, Michigan · Washtenaw County · 223 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,397/yr
-3.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
43.7%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.42%
Avg severity: $17,841
Nonrenewal Rate
1.50%
-78.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 48178 (South Lyon, MI)

ZIP 48178 (South Lyon, MI) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,397 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 223 reported policies. That is 21% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 39th percentile nationally. Compared to the Michigan state average of $1,233, this ZIP runs 13% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 48178 is 43.7%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.42%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,841. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.50% in this ZIP, a drop of 78.5% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 48178 have fallen by 3.1%, ranging from $1,397 to $1,443 with a five-year average of $1,420 — an annualized rate of -0.8% 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 48178 Compares

vs National Average
$1,397 vs $1,776
21% below national avg
vs Michigan Average
$1,397 vs $1,233
13% above state avg
National Percentile
39th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,443
2019 $1,441 -0.1%
2020 $1,420 -1.5%
2021 $1,400 -1.4%
2022 $1,397 -0.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,420
Premium Range
$1,397 - $1,443
Annual Change Rate
-0.8% 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 48178?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 48178 (South Lyon, MI) is $1,397 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -3.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in South Lyon, MI?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.42% in this ZIP), loss ratio (43.7%), and nonrenewal rates (1.50%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 48178 compared to the national average?
ZIP 48178 premiums of $1,397/yr are 21% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 39th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 48178?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 48178 is 1.50%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -78.5% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 48178 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 48178 have ranged from $1,397 to $1,443, with a 5-year average of $1,420. The annualized change rate is -0.8% per year.
How does ZIP 48178 compare to the Michigan state average?
ZIP 48178 has an average premium of $1,397/yr compared to the Michigan state average of $1,233/yr. This ZIP is 13% above the state average.

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