ZIP 57270 Insurance Data

Veblen, South Dakota · Marshall County · 2 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,429/yr
+27.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
15.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
8.20%
Avg severity: $2,630
Nonrenewal Rate
1.64%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 57270 (Veblen, SD)

ZIP 57270 (Veblen, SD) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,429 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2 reported policies. That is 20% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 41th percentile nationally. Compared to the South Dakota state average of $1,854, this ZIP runs 23% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 57270 is 15.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 8.20%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $2,630. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.64% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 57270 have risen by 27.3%, ranging from $1,122 to $1,429 with a five-year average of $1,284 — an annualized rate of +6.2% 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 57270 Compares

vs National Average
$1,429 vs $1,776
20% below national avg
vs South Dakota Average
$1,429 vs $1,854
23% below state avg
National Percentile
41th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,122
2019 $1,217 +8.5%
2020 $1,289 +5.9%
2021 $1,364 +5.8%
2022 $1,429 +4.8%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,284
Premium Range
$1,122 - $1,429
Annual Change Rate
+6.2% 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 57270?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 57270 (Veblen, SD) is $1,429 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +27.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Veblen, SD?
Key factors include claims frequency (8.20% in this ZIP), loss ratio (15.1%), and nonrenewal rates (1.64%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 57270 compared to the national average?
ZIP 57270 premiums of $1,429/yr are 20% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 41th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 57270?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 57270 is 1.64%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 57270 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 57270 have ranged from $1,122 to $1,429, with a 5-year average of $1,284. The annualized change rate is +6.2% per year.
How does ZIP 57270 compare to the South Dakota state average?
ZIP 57270 has an average premium of $1,429/yr compared to the South Dakota state average of $1,854/yr. This ZIP is 23% below the state average.

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