ZIP 56215 Insurance Data

Benson, Minnesota · Swift County · 8 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,831/yr
+16.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
181.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
18.36%
Avg severity: $18,084
Nonrenewal Rate
0.37%
-29.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 56215 (Benson, MN)

ZIP 56215 (Benson, MN) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,831 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 8 reported policies. That is 3% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 68th percentile nationally. Compared to the Minnesota state average of $1,928, this ZIP runs 5% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 56215 is 181.4%, 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 18.36%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $18,084. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.37% in this ZIP, a drop of 29.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 56215 have risen by 16.0%, ranging from $1,579 to $1,831 with a five-year average of $1,708 — an annualized rate of +3.8% 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 56215 Compares

vs National Average
$1,831 vs $1,776
3% above national avg
vs Minnesota Average
$1,831 vs $1,928
5% below state avg
National Percentile
68th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,579
2019 $1,662 +5.3%
2020 $1,691 +1.7%
2021 $1,781 +5.3%
2022 $1,831 +2.8%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,708
Premium Range
$1,579 - $1,831
Annual Change Rate
+3.8% 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 56215?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 56215 (Benson, MN) is $1,831 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +16.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Benson, MN?
Key factors include claims frequency (18.36% in this ZIP), loss ratio (181.4%), and nonrenewal rates (0.37%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 56215 compared to the national average?
ZIP 56215 premiums of $1,831/yr are 3% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 68th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 56215?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 56215 is 0.37%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -29.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 56215 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 56215 have ranged from $1,579 to $1,831, with a 5-year average of $1,708. The annualized change rate is +3.8% per year.
How does ZIP 56215 compare to the Minnesota state average?
ZIP 56215 has an average premium of $1,831/yr compared to the Minnesota state average of $1,928/yr. This ZIP is 5% below the state average.

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