ZIP 56278 Insurance Data

Ortonville, Minnesota · Big Stone County · 7 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,589/yr
+18.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
275.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
32.25%
Avg severity: $13,582
Nonrenewal Rate
0.36%
-33.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 56278 (Ortonville, MN)

ZIP 56278 (Ortonville, MN) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,589 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 7 reported policies. That is 11% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 53th percentile nationally. Compared to the Minnesota state average of $1,928, this ZIP runs 18% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 56278 is 275.6%, 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 32.25%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $13,582. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.36% in this ZIP, a drop of 33.7% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 56278 have risen by 18.4%, ranging from $1,342 to $1,589 with a five-year average of $1,475 — an annualized rate of +4.3% 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 56278 Compares

vs National Average
$1,589 vs $1,776
11% below national avg
vs Minnesota Average
$1,589 vs $1,928
18% below state avg
National Percentile
53th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,342
2019 $1,438 +7.1%
2020 $1,467 +2.0%
2021 $1,540 +5.0%
2022 $1,589 +3.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,475
Premium Range
$1,342 - $1,589
Annual Change Rate
+4.3% 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 56278?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 56278 (Ortonville, MN) is $1,589 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +18.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Ortonville, MN?
Key factors include claims frequency (32.25% in this ZIP), loss ratio (275.6%), and nonrenewal rates (0.36%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 56278 compared to the national average?
ZIP 56278 premiums of $1,589/yr are 11% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 53th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 56278?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 56278 is 0.36%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -33.7% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 56278 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 56278 have ranged from $1,342 to $1,589, with a 5-year average of $1,475. The annualized change rate is +4.3% per year.
How does ZIP 56278 compare to the Minnesota state average?
ZIP 56278 has an average premium of $1,589/yr compared to the Minnesota state average of $1,928/yr. This ZIP is 18% below the state average.

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