ZIP 56137 · Jackson County

Heron Lake, MN Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 56137, Heron Lake, Minnesota.

23.8%
Loss ratio
2.70%
Nonrenewal rate
#426 of 689
Minnesota rank
3
Policies

The verdict

At $1,763/yr, Heron Lake, MN (ZIP 56137) sits in the 64th percentile nationally for homeowners insurance costs, 1% below the U.S. average.

$1,763
Avg premium (2022)
-1%
vs U.S. average
+24.8%
since 2018
64th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,763/yr
+24.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
23.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.41%
Avg severity: $7,768
Nonrenewal Rate
2.70%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 56137 (Heron Lake, MN)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 56137 (Heron Lake, MN) at $1,763 per year for 2022 across approximately 3 reported policies. Nationally, that ranks ZIP 56137 in the 64th percentile, 1% below the U.S. average of $1,776 per year. Minnesota homeowners pay $1,928 per year on average; this ZIP diverges by 9% (below), ranking #426 of 689 tracked ZIPs in Minnesota by premium. The closest-priced peer within Minnesota is Nicollet (ZIP 56074) at $1,763, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

ZIP 56137 shows a 23.8% loss ratio, an indication that insurers retained a working margin after claims. 5.41% of policies in ZIP 56137 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $7,768. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 2.70% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 56137 premiums risen 24.8%, spanning $1,413 to $1,763 (five-year average: $1,563), an annualized rate of +5.7% 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 56137 Compares

vs National Average
$1,763 vs $1,776
1% below national avg
vs Minnesota Average
$1,763 vs $1,928
9% below state avg
National Percentile
64th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 56137, 2018–2022

$1,300$1,400$1,500$1,600$1,700$1,800 20182019202020212022 $1,763
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 56137.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,413 -
2019 $1,415 +0.2%
2020 $1,545 +9.2%
2021 $1,678 +8.6%
2022 $1,763 +5.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,563
Premium Range
$1,413 - $1,763
Annual Change Rate
+5.7% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 56137

Use these averages as a benchmark, then get real quotes before you commit.

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 56137?
ZIP 56137 (Heron Lake, MN) tracks close to the national middle for homeowners insurance costs: $1,763 per year as of 2022 (64th percentile, #426 of 689 ZIPs in Minnesota). Premiums have changed +24.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Heron Lake, MN?
In ZIP 56137, insurers report a 23.8% loss ratio, a 5.41% claims frequency, and a 2.70% nonrenewal rate, the 64th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 56137 compared to the national average?
At $1,763/yr, ZIP 56137 runs 1% below the national average of $1,776/yr, the 64th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 56137?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 56137 is 2.70% in Minnesota.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 56137 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 56137 have ranged from $1,413 to $1,763, with a 5-year average of $1,563. The annualized change rate is +5.7% per year.
How does ZIP 56137 compare to the Minnesota state average?
ZIP 56137 has an average premium of $1,763/yr compared to the Minnesota state average of $1,928/yr. This ZIP is 9% below the state average, ranking #426 of 689 tracked ZIPs in Minnesota by premium.

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