ZIP 53561 Insurance Data

Merrimac, Wisconsin · Sauk County · 17 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,719/yr
+14.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
73.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
6.97%
Avg severity: $17,995
Nonrenewal Rate
0.68%
-9.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 53561 (Merrimac, WI)

ZIP 53561 (Merrimac, WI) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,719 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 17 reported policies. That is 3% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 61th percentile nationally. Compared to the Wisconsin state average of $1,224, this ZIP runs 40% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 53561 is 73.0%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 6.97%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,995. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.68% in this ZIP, a drop of 9.5% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 53561 have risen by 14.8%, ranging from $1,498 to $1,719 with a five-year average of $1,609 — an annualized rate of +3.5% 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 53561 Compares

vs National Average
$1,719 vs $1,776
3% below national avg
vs Wisconsin Average
$1,719 vs $1,224
40% above state avg
National Percentile
61th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,498
2019 $1,569 +4.8%
2020 $1,603 +2.1%
2021 $1,657 +3.4%
2022 $1,719 +3.8%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,609
Premium Range
$1,498 - $1,719
Annual Change Rate
+3.5% 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 53561?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 53561 (Merrimac, WI) is $1,719 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +14.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Merrimac, WI?
Key factors include claims frequency (6.97% in this ZIP), loss ratio (73.0%), and nonrenewal rates (0.68%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 53561 compared to the national average?
ZIP 53561 premiums of $1,719/yr are 3% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 61th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 53561?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 53561 is 0.68%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -9.5% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 53561 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 53561 have ranged from $1,498 to $1,719, with a 5-year average of $1,609. The annualized change rate is +3.5% per year.
How does ZIP 53561 compare to the Wisconsin state average?
ZIP 53561 has an average premium of $1,719/yr compared to the Wisconsin state average of $1,224/yr. This ZIP is 40% above the state average.

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