ZIP 59008 Insurance Data

Belfry, Montana · Carbon County · 1 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,142/yr
+10.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
482.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.41%
Avg severity: $191,320
Nonrenewal Rate
2.70%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 59008 (Belfry, MT)

ZIP 59008 (Belfry, MT) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,142 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1 reported policies. That is 21% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 80th percentile nationally. Compared to the Montana state average of $1,945, this ZIP runs 10% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 59008 is 482.9%, 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 5.41%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $191,320. 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.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 59008 have risen by 10.6%, ranging from $1,886 to $2,142 with a five-year average of $2,001 — an annualized rate of +2.5% 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 59008 Compares

vs National Average
$2,142 vs $1,776
21% above national avg
vs Montana Average
$2,142 vs $1,945
10% above state avg
National Percentile
80th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,936
2019 $1,886 -2.6%
2020 $2,021 +7.2%
2021 $2,021 -0.0%
2022 $2,142 +6.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,001
Premium Range
$1,886 - $2,142
Annual Change Rate
+2.5% 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 59008?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 59008 (Belfry, MT) is $2,142 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +10.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Belfry, MT?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.41% in this ZIP), loss ratio (482.9%), and nonrenewal rates (2.70%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 59008 compared to the national average?
ZIP 59008 premiums of $2,142/yr are 21% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 80th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 59008?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 59008 is 2.70%. 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 59008 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 59008 have ranged from $1,886 to $2,142, with a 5-year average of $2,001. The annualized change rate is +2.5% per year.
How does ZIP 59008 compare to the Montana state average?
ZIP 59008 has an average premium of $2,142/yr compared to the Montana state average of $1,945/yr. This ZIP is 10% above the state average.

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