ZIP 54479 Insurance Data

Spencer, Wisconsin · Marathon County · 19 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,096/yr
+12.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
42.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.15%
Avg severity: $14,790
Nonrenewal Rate
0.56%
-32.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 54479 (Spencer, WI)

ZIP 54479 (Spencer, WI) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,096 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 19 reported policies. That is 38% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 15th percentile nationally. Compared to the Wisconsin state average of $1,224, this ZIP runs 10% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 54479 is 42.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.15%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $14,790. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.56% in this ZIP, a drop of 32.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 54479 have risen by 12.8%, ranging from $972 to $1,096 with a five-year average of $1,034 — an annualized rate of +3.1% 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 54479 Compares

vs National Average
$1,096 vs $1,776
38% below national avg
vs Wisconsin Average
$1,096 vs $1,224
10% below state avg
National Percentile
15th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $972
2019 $1,015 +4.4%
2020 $1,024 +1.0%
2021 $1,063 +3.8%
2022 $1,096 +3.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,034
Premium Range
$972 - $1,096
Annual Change Rate
+3.1% 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 54479?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 54479 (Spencer, WI) is $1,096 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +12.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Spencer, WI?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.15% in this ZIP), loss ratio (42.5%), and nonrenewal rates (0.56%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 54479 compared to the national average?
ZIP 54479 premiums of $1,096/yr are 38% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 15th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 54479?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 54479 is 0.56%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -32.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 54479 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 54479 have ranged from $972 to $1,096, with a 5-year average of $1,034. The annualized change rate is +3.1% per year.
How does ZIP 54479 compare to the Wisconsin state average?
ZIP 54479 has an average premium of $1,096/yr compared to the Wisconsin state average of $1,224/yr. This ZIP is 10% below the state average.

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