ZIP 55309 Insurance Data

Big Lake, Minnesota · Sherburne County · 107 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,237/yr
+15.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
595.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
46.67%
Avg severity: $28,519
Nonrenewal Rate
0.60%
-10.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 55309 (Big Lake, MN)

ZIP 55309 (Big Lake, MN) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,237 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 107 reported policies. That is 26% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 83th percentile nationally. Compared to the Minnesota state average of $1,928, this ZIP runs 16% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 55309 is 595.1%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected — a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 46.67%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $28,519. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.60% in this ZIP, a drop of 10.5% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 55309 have risen by 15.2%, ranging from $1,942 to $2,237 with a five-year average of $2,088 — an annualized rate of +3.6% 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 55309 Compares

vs National Average
$2,237 vs $1,776
26% above national avg
vs Minnesota Average
$2,237 vs $1,928
16% above state avg
National Percentile
83th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,942
2019 $2,031 +4.6%
2020 $2,083 +2.5%
2021 $2,150 +3.2%
2022 $2,237 +4.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,088
Premium Range
$1,942 - $2,237
Annual Change Rate
+3.6% 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 55309?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 55309 (Big Lake, MN) is $2,237 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +15.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Big Lake, MN?
Key factors include claims frequency (46.67% in this ZIP), loss ratio (595.1%), and nonrenewal rates (0.60%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 55309 compared to the national average?
ZIP 55309 premiums of $2,237/yr are 26% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 83th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 55309?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 55309 is 0.60%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -10.5% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 55309 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 55309 have ranged from $1,942 to $2,237, with a 5-year average of $2,088. The annualized change rate is +3.6% per year.
How does ZIP 55309 compare to the Minnesota state average?
ZIP 55309 has an average premium of $2,237/yr compared to the Minnesota state average of $1,928/yr. This ZIP is 16% above the state average.

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