ZIP 62515 Insurance Data

Buffalo, Illinois · Sangamon County · 5 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,725/yr
+14.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
93.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.85%
Avg severity: $27,466
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 62515 (Buffalo, IL)

ZIP 62515 (Buffalo, IL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,725 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 5 reported policies. That is 3% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 62th percentile nationally. Compared to the Illinois state average of $1,631, this ZIP runs 6% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 62515 is 93.1%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.85%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $27,466.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 62515 have risen by 14.7%, ranging from $1,504 to $1,725 with a five-year average of $1,591 — an annualized rate of +3.5% 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 62515 Compares

vs National Average
$1,725 vs $1,776
3% below national avg
vs Illinois Average
$1,725 vs $1,631
6% above state avg
National Percentile
62th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,504
2019 $1,507 +0.2%
2020 $1,594 +5.8%
2021 $1,627 +2.1%
2022 $1,725 +6.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,591
Premium Range
$1,504 - $1,725
Annual Change Rate
+3.5% 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 62515?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 62515 (Buffalo, IL) is $1,725 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +14.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Buffalo, IL?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.85% in this ZIP), loss ratio (93.1%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 62515 compared to the national average?
ZIP 62515 premiums of $1,725/yr are 3% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 62th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 62515?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 62515 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 62515 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 62515 have ranged from $1,504 to $1,725, with a 5-year average of $1,591. The annualized change rate is +3.5% per year.
How does ZIP 62515 compare to the Illinois state average?
ZIP 62515 has an average premium of $1,725/yr compared to the Illinois state average of $1,631/yr. This ZIP is 6% above the state average.

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