ZIP 57718 · Meade County

Black Hawk, SD Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 57718, Black Hawk, South Dakota.

56.5%
Loss ratio
1.97%
Nonrenewal rate
#22 of 180
South Dakota rank
107
Policies

The verdict

At $2,223/yr, Black Hawk, SD (ZIP 57718) sits in the 82nd percentile nationally for homeowners insurance costs, 25% above the U.S. average.

$2,223
Avg premium (2022)
+25%
vs U.S. average
+23.7%
since 2018
82nd
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,223/yr
+23.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
56.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
8.64%
Avg severity: $14,529
Nonrenewal Rate
1.97%
+67.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 57718 (Black Hawk, SD)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 57718 (Black Hawk, SD) at $2,223 per year for 2022 across approximately 107 reported policies. That is 25% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 82nd percentile nationally. Compared to the South Dakota state average of $1,854, this ZIP runs 20% above, ranking #22 of 180 tracked ZIPs in South Dakota by premium. The closest-priced peer within South Dakota is Martin (ZIP 57551) at $2,212, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

The loss ratio for ZIP 57718 is 56.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. The claim frequency here, the share of policies with at least one claim, stands at 8.64%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $14,529. Insurers decline to renew 1.97% of policies in ZIP 57718 at expiration, a rise of 67.3% over the past five years; a rising rate typically signals carriers retreating from higher-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 57718 have risen by 23.7%, ranging from $1,797 to $2,223 with a five-year average of $1,964, an annualized rate of +5.5% 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 57718 Compares

vs National Average
$2,223 vs $1,776
25% above national avg
vs South Dakota Average
$2,223 vs $1,854
20% above state avg
National Percentile
82th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 57718, 2018–2022

$1,700$1,800$1,900$2,000$2,100$2,200$2,300 20182019202020212022 $2,223
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 57718.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,797 -
2019 $1,817 +1.1%
2020 $1,904 +4.8%
2021 $2,077 +9.1%
2022 $2,223 +7.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,964
Premium Range
$1,797 - $2,223
Annual Change Rate
+5.5% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 57718

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

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 57718?
At the 82nd percentile nationally, #22 of 180 ZIPs in South Dakota, ZIP 57718 (Black Hawk, SD) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $2,223 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +23.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Black Hawk, SD?
Key cost drivers in ZIP 57718: a claims frequency of 8.64%, a loss ratio of 56.5%, and a nonrenewal rate of 1.97%, placing this ZIP in the 82nd percentile nationally for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 57718 compared to the national average?
ZIP 57718 premiums of $2,223/yr are 25% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 82nd percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 57718?
ZIP 57718 shows a nonrenewal rate of 1.97% in South Dakota, a rise of 67.3% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 57718 over 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, 2018 through 2022, the range in ZIP 57718 runs $1,797-$2,223 (5-year average $1,964). The annualized change rate is +5.5% per year.
How does ZIP 57718 compare to the South Dakota state average?
ZIP 57718 runs 20% above the South Dakota state average ($1,854/yr vs this ZIP's $2,223/yr), ranking #22 of 180 tracked ZIPs in South Dakota by premium.

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