ZIP 62949 Insurance Data

Hurst, Illinois · Williamson County · 202 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,505/yr
+10.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
98.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.27%
Avg severity: $64,914
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 62949 (Hurst, IL)

ZIP 62949 (Hurst, IL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,505 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 202 reported policies. That is 15% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 47th percentile nationally. Compared to the Illinois state average of $1,631, this ZIP runs 8% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 62949 is 98.0%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.27%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $64,914.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 62949 have risen by 10.4%, ranging from $1,364 to $1,505 with a five-year average of $1,446 — 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 62949 Compares

vs National Average
$1,505 vs $1,776
15% below national avg
vs Illinois Average
$1,505 vs $1,631
8% below state avg
National Percentile
47th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,364
2019 $1,405 +3.0%
2020 $1,495 +6.4%
2021 $1,460 -2.3%
2022 $1,505 +3.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,446
Premium Range
$1,364 - $1,505
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 62949?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 62949 (Hurst, IL) is $1,505 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +10.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Hurst, IL?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.27% in this ZIP), loss ratio (98.0%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 62949 compared to the national average?
ZIP 62949 premiums of $1,505/yr are 15% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 47th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 62949?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 62949 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 62949 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 62949 have ranged from $1,364 to $1,505, with a 5-year average of $1,446. The annualized change rate is +2.5% per year.
How does ZIP 62949 compare to the Illinois state average?
ZIP 62949 has an average premium of $1,505/yr compared to the Illinois state average of $1,631/yr. This ZIP is 8% below the state average.

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