ZIP 69162 Insurance Data

Sidney, Nebraska · Cheyenne County · 6 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,390/yr
-6.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
106.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
16.48%
Avg severity: $15,412
Nonrenewal Rate
1.46%
+73.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 69162 (Sidney, NE)

ZIP 69162 (Sidney, NE) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,390 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 6 reported policies. That is 35% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 86th percentile nationally. Compared to the Nebraska state average of $2,473, this ZIP runs 3% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 69162 is 106.3%, 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 16.48%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $15,412. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.46% in this ZIP, a rise of 73.7% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 69162 have fallen by 6.5%, ranging from $2,224 to $2,556 with a five-year average of $2,375 — 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 69162 Compares

vs National Average
$2,390 vs $1,776
35% above national avg
vs Nebraska Average
$2,390 vs $2,473
3% below state avg
National Percentile
86th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,556
2019 $2,370 -7.3%
2020 $2,224 -6.2%
2021 $2,337 +5.1%
2022 $2,390 +2.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,375
Premium Range
$2,224 - $2,556
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 69162?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 69162 (Sidney, NE) is $2,390 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -6.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Sidney, NE?
Key factors include claims frequency (16.48% in this ZIP), loss ratio (106.3%), and nonrenewal rates (1.46%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 69162 compared to the national average?
ZIP 69162 premiums of $2,390/yr are 35% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 86th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 69162?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 69162 is 1.46%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +73.7% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 69162 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 69162 have ranged from $2,224 to $2,556, with a 5-year average of $2,375. The annualized change rate is -1.7% per year.
How does ZIP 69162 compare to the Nebraska state average?
ZIP 69162 has an average premium of $2,390/yr compared to the Nebraska state average of $2,473/yr. This ZIP is 3% below the state average.

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