ZIP 55320 · Wright County

Clearwater, MN Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 55320, Clearwater, Minnesota.

341.9%
Loss ratio
0.17%
Nonrenewal rate
#133 of 689
Minnesota rank
36
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 55320 (Clearwater, MN) homeowners insurance averages $2,172/yr, 81st percentile nationally, 22% above the U.S. norm.

$2,172
Avg premium (2022)
+22%
vs U.S. average
+21.2%
since 2018
81st
national percentile

According to U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data. How we calculate the percentile and national comparison: methodology.

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,172/yr
+21.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
341.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
32.55%
Avg severity: $22,817
Nonrenewal Rate
0.17%
-72.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 55320 (Clearwater, MN)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 55320 (Clearwater, MN) at $2,172 per year for 2022 across approximately 36 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 22% above that mark and lands in the 81st national percentile. Minnesota homeowners pay $1,928 per year on average; this ZIP diverges by 13% (above), ranking #133 of 689 tracked ZIPs in Minnesota by premium. The closest-priced peer within Minnesota is Mantorville (ZIP 55955) at $2,172, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

With a loss ratio of 341.9%, insurers paid out more in claims than they collected, a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit in ZIP 55320. 32.55% of policies in ZIP 55320 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $22,817. Insurers decline to renew 0.17% of policies in ZIP 55320 at expiration, a drop of 72.8% over the past five years; a rising rate typically signals carriers retreating from higher-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 55320 premiums risen 21.2%, spanning $1,793 to $2,172 (five-year average: $1,989), an annualized rate of +4.9% per year.

How to read these numbers

The figures on this page come from the U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office, which collects homeowners insurance premium and claims data directly from the largest property insurers in the country. Because the data is aggregated at the ZIP-code level and averaged across many policies, it describes the typical cost in an area rather than a quote for any single home. Two houses on the same street can pay very different premiums depending on their age, construction type, roof condition, prior claims, and the specific coverage limits and deductibles the homeowner selects. The loss ratio shows how much of every premium dollar insurers paid back out as claims; a ratio above one means carriers lost money locally, which often precedes rate increases or carrier exits. Rising nonrenewal and claim frequency reveal how stressed the local market has become. Use these figures to gauge the direction and scale of costs in your area, then request quotes from several licensed carriers before buying or renewing a policy. 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 55320 Compares

vs National Average
$2,172 vs $1,776
22% above national avg
vs Minnesota Average
$2,172 vs $1,928
13% above state avg
National Percentile
81th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 55320, 2018–2022

$1,700$1,800$1,900$2,000$2,100$2,200 20182019202020212022 $2,172
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 55320.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,793 -
2019 $1,928 +7.5%
2020 $1,991 +3.3%
2021 $2,062 +3.5%
2022 $2,172 +5.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,989
Premium Range
$1,793 - $2,172
Annual Change Rate
+4.9% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 55320

This ZIP runs well above the U.S. average, shop coverage actively and budget for it.

  • Put ZIP 55320 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • Minnesota's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Minnesota overview
  • A loss ratio above 100% in this ZIP points to rate pressure ahead, see what it means for renewals. Loss ratio guide

FIO figures are ZIP-level market averages across the largest insurers (~80% of the market), not a quote for any single home. Request quotes from multiple licensed carriers before buying or renewing.

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 55320?
At the 81st percentile nationally, #133 of 689 ZIPs in Minnesota, ZIP 55320 (Clearwater, MN) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $2,172 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +21.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Clearwater, MN?
Two cost drivers stand out in ZIP 55320: a claims frequency of 32.55% and a nonrenewal rate of 0.17%, against a loss ratio above 100% (341.9%) that shows insurers paying out more than they collect.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 55320 compared to the national average?
Nationally, ZIP 55320 lands in the 81st percentile: its $2,172/yr average is 22% above the U.S. figure of $1,776/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 55320?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 55320 is 0.17%, a drop of 72.8% over the past 5 years in Minnesota.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 55320 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 55320 have ranged from $1,793 to $2,172, with a 5-year average of $1,989. The annualized change rate is +4.9% per year.
How does ZIP 55320 compare to the Minnesota state average?
ZIP 55320 runs 13% above the Minnesota state average ($1,928/yr vs this ZIP's $2,172/yr), ranking #133 of 689 tracked ZIPs in Minnesota by premium.

Every figure on PlainInsure is rendered directly from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on U.S. Treasury FIO data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.