ZIP 49736 Insurance Data

Goetzville, Michigan · Chippewa County · 2 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$917/yr
-0.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
10.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.43%
Avg severity: $3,825
Nonrenewal Rate
0.81%
-47.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 49736 (Goetzville, MI)

ZIP 49736 (Goetzville, MI) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $917 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2 reported policies. That is 48% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 3th percentile nationally. Compared to the Michigan state average of $1,233, this ZIP runs 26% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 49736 is 10.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.43%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $3,825. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.81% in this ZIP, a drop of 47.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 49736 have fallen by 0.6%, ranging from $910 to $930 with a five-year average of $919 — 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 49736 Compares

vs National Average
$917 vs $1,776
48% below national avg
vs Michigan Average
$917 vs $1,233
26% below state avg
National Percentile
3th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $922
2019 $930 +0.9%
2020 $910 -2.2%
2021 $917 +0.8%
2022 $917 -0.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$919
Premium Range
$910 - $930
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 49736?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 49736 (Goetzville, MI) is $917 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -0.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Goetzville, MI?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.43% in this ZIP), loss ratio (10.1%), and nonrenewal rates (0.81%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 49736 compared to the national average?
ZIP 49736 premiums of $917/yr are 48% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 3th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 49736?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 49736 is 0.81%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -47.9% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 49736 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 49736 have ranged from $910 to $930, with a 5-year average of $919. The annualized change rate is -0.1% per year.
How does ZIP 49736 compare to the Michigan state average?
ZIP 49736 has an average premium of $917/yr compared to the Michigan state average of $1,233/yr. This ZIP is 26% below the state average.

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