ZIP 64784 Insurance Data

Sheldon, Missouri · Vernon County · 5 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,725/yr
+6.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
135.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
9.76%
Avg severity: $24,009
Nonrenewal Rate
1.63%
-15.4% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 64784 (Sheldon, MO)

ZIP 64784 (Sheldon, MO) 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 Missouri state average of $2,056, this ZIP runs 16% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 64784 is 135.8%, 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 9.76%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $24,009. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.63% in this ZIP, a drop of 15.4% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 64784 have risen by 6.9%, ranging from $1,536 to $1,725 with a five-year average of $1,610 — an annualized rate of +1.7% 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 64784 Compares

vs National Average
$1,725 vs $1,776
3% below national avg
vs Missouri Average
$1,725 vs $2,056
16% below state avg
National Percentile
62th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,614
2019 $1,536 -4.8%
2020 $1,609 +4.7%
2021 $1,567 -2.6%
2022 $1,725 +10.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,610
Premium Range
$1,536 - $1,725
Annual Change Rate
+1.7% 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 64784?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 64784 (Sheldon, MO) is $1,725 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +6.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Sheldon, MO?
Key factors include claims frequency (9.76% in this ZIP), loss ratio (135.8%), and nonrenewal rates (1.63%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 64784 compared to the national average?
ZIP 64784 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 64784?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 64784 is 1.63%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -15.4% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 64784 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 64784 have ranged from $1,536 to $1,725, with a 5-year average of $1,610. The annualized change rate is +1.7% per year.
How does ZIP 64784 compare to the Missouri state average?
ZIP 64784 has an average premium of $1,725/yr compared to the Missouri state average of $2,056/yr. This ZIP is 16% below the state average.

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