ZIP 60548 · DeKalb County

Sandwich, IL Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 60548, Sandwich, Illinois.

37.3%
Loss ratio
0.75%
Nonrenewal rate
#1009 of 1191
Illinois rank
116
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 60548 (Sandwich, IL) homeowners insurance averages $1,401/yr, 39th percentile nationally, 21% below the U.S. norm.

$1,401
Avg premium (2022)
-21%
vs U.S. average
+11.8%
since 2018
39th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,401/yr
+11.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
37.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.91%
Avg severity: $10,654
Nonrenewal Rate
0.75%
-32.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 60548 (Sandwich, IL)

For 2022, the average cost of homeowners insurance in ZIP 60548 (Sandwich, IL) runs $1,401 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO's ZIP-level tracking across approximately 116 reported policies. That is 21% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 39th percentile nationally. Illinois homeowners pay $1,631 per year on average; this ZIP diverges by 14% (below), ranking #1009 of 1191 tracked ZIPs in Illinois by premium. The closest-priced peer within Illinois is Edgewood (ZIP 62426) at $1,401, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 37.3%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in this ZIP. About 4.91% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $10,654. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.75% in this ZIP, a drop of 32.5% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 60548 premiums risen 11.8%, spanning $1,253 to $1,401 (five-year average: $1,329), an annualized rate of +2.8% 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 60548 Compares

vs National Average
$1,401 vs $1,776
21% below national avg
vs Illinois Average
$1,401 vs $1,631
14% below state avg
National Percentile
39th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 60548, 2018–2022

$1,200$1,250$1,300$1,350$1,400$1,450 20182019202020212022 $1,401
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 60548.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,253 -
2019 $1,303 +4.0%
2020 $1,332 +2.2%
2021 $1,355 +1.7%
2022 $1,401 +3.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,329
Premium Range
$1,253 - $1,401
Annual Change Rate
+2.8% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 60548

Treat these figures as a starting benchmark, real quotes from carriers will vary.

  • Put ZIP 60548 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • Illinois's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Illinois overview
  • Loss ratio explains a lot about this area's insurance market, here's how to read it. Loss ratio guide

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 60548?
At the 39th percentile nationally, #1009 of 1191 ZIPs in Illinois, ZIP 60548 (Sandwich, IL) pays a middle-of-the-pack $1,401 per year as of 2022 for homeowners insurance. Premiums have changed +11.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Sandwich, IL?
Three figures shape homeowners insurance costs in ZIP 60548: claims frequency (4.91%), loss ratio (37.3%), and nonrenewal rate (0.75%), together placing this ZIP at the 39th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 60548 compared to the national average?
Nationally, ZIP 60548 lands in the 39th percentile: its $1,401/yr average is 21% below the U.S. figure of $1,776/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 60548?
ZIP 60548 shows a nonrenewal rate of 0.75% in Illinois, a drop of 32.5% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 60548 over 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, 2018 through 2022, the range in ZIP 60548 runs $1,253-$1,401 (5-year average $1,329). The annualized change rate is +2.8% per year.
How does ZIP 60548 compare to the Illinois state average?
ZIP 60548 has an average premium of $1,401/yr compared to the Illinois state average of $1,631/yr. This ZIP is 14% below the state average, ranking #1009 of 1191 tracked ZIPs in Illinois by premium.

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