ZIP 49261 Insurance Data

Napoleon, Michigan · Jackson County · 191 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,039/yr
-1.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
40.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
10.00%
Avg severity: $4,219
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 49261 (Napoleon, MI)

ZIP 49261 (Napoleon, MI) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,039 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 191 reported policies. That is 42% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 10th percentile nationally. Compared to the Michigan state average of $1,233, this ZIP runs 16% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 49261 is 40.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 10.00%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $4,219.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 49261 have fallen by 1.9%, ranging from $1,016 to $1,084 with a five-year average of $1,055 — an annualized rate of -0.5% 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 49261 Compares

vs National Average
$1,039 vs $1,776
42% below national avg
vs Michigan Average
$1,039 vs $1,233
16% below state avg
National Percentile
10th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,059
2019 $1,075 +1.5%
2020 $1,016 -5.5%
2021 $1,084 +6.7%
2022 $1,039 -4.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,055
Premium Range
$1,016 - $1,084
Annual Change Rate
-0.5% 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 49261?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 49261 (Napoleon, MI) is $1,039 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -1.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Napoleon, MI?
Key factors include claims frequency (10.00% in this ZIP), loss ratio (40.6%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 49261 compared to the national average?
ZIP 49261 premiums of $1,039/yr are 42% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 10th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 49261?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 49261 is N/A. 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 49261 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 49261 have ranged from $1,016 to $1,084, with a 5-year average of $1,055. The annualized change rate is -0.5% per year.
How does ZIP 49261 compare to the Michigan state average?
ZIP 49261 has an average premium of $1,039/yr compared to the Michigan state average of $1,233/yr. This ZIP is 16% below the state average.

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