ZIP 62079 Insurance Data

Piasa, Illinois · Macoupin County · 10 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,859/yr
+20.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
6.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.43%
Avg severity: $8,205
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 62079 (Piasa, IL)

ZIP 62079 (Piasa, IL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,859 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 10 reported policies. That is 5% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 69th percentile nationally. Compared to the Illinois state average of $1,631, this ZIP runs 14% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 62079 is 6.3%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.43%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $8,205.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 62079 have risen by 20.3%, ranging from $1,545 to $1,859 with a five-year average of $1,739 — an annualized rate of +4.7% 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 62079 Compares

vs National Average
$1,859 vs $1,776
5% above national avg
vs Illinois Average
$1,859 vs $1,631
14% above state avg
National Percentile
69th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,545
2019 $1,698 +9.9%
2020 $1,842 +8.5%
2021 $1,750 -5.0%
2022 $1,859 +6.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,739
Premium Range
$1,545 - $1,859
Annual Change Rate
+4.7% 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 62079?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 62079 (Piasa, IL) is $1,859 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +20.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Piasa, IL?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.43% in this ZIP), loss ratio (6.3%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 62079 compared to the national average?
ZIP 62079 premiums of $1,859/yr are 5% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 69th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 62079?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 62079 is N/A. 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 62079 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 62079 have ranged from $1,545 to $1,859, with a 5-year average of $1,739. The annualized change rate is +4.7% per year.
How does ZIP 62079 compare to the Illinois state average?
ZIP 62079 has an average premium of $1,859/yr compared to the Illinois state average of $1,631/yr. This ZIP is 14% above the state average.

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