ZIP 52551 Insurance Data

Douds, Iowa · Van Buren County · 4 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,535/yr
+8.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
76.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.63%
Avg severity: $44,506
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 52551 (Douds, IA)

ZIP 52551 (Douds, IA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,535 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 4 reported policies. That is 14% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 49th percentile nationally. Compared to the Iowa state average of $1,629, this ZIP runs 6% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 52551 is 76.3%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.63%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $44,506.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 52551 have risen by 8.4%, ranging from $1,378 to $1,581 with a five-year average of $1,482 — an annualized rate of +2.0% 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 52551 Compares

vs National Average
$1,535 vs $1,776
14% below national avg
vs Iowa Average
$1,535 vs $1,629
6% below state avg
National Percentile
49th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,416
2019 $1,378 -2.7%
2020 $1,501 +8.9%
2021 $1,581 +5.3%
2022 $1,535 -2.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,482
Premium Range
$1,378 - $1,581
Annual Change Rate
+2.0% 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 52551?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 52551 (Douds, IA) is $1,535 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +8.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Douds, IA?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.63% in this ZIP), loss ratio (76.3%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 52551 compared to the national average?
ZIP 52551 premiums of $1,535/yr are 14% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 49th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 52551?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 52551 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 52551 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 52551 have ranged from $1,378 to $1,581, with a 5-year average of $1,482. The annualized change rate is +2.0% per year.
How does ZIP 52551 compare to the Iowa state average?
ZIP 52551 has an average premium of $1,535/yr compared to the Iowa state average of $1,629/yr. This ZIP is 6% below the state average.

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