COVEREd State Guides

Home insurance market guides for every state

Explore homeowners insurance guides for every state. Compare costs, risks, and coverage tips to make smarter insurance decisions wherever you live.

The American home insurance market is experiencing unprecedented turbulence in 2025, with home insurance rates spiking 40.4% cumulatively across the U.S. in six years and average homeowners insurance premiums per policy increased 8.7 percent faster than the rate of inflation in 2018-2022. This comprehensive guide examines the unique insurance landscape in each of the 50 states + Washington D.C., helping agents and homeowners understand their local market conditions and make informed coverage decisions.

National Market Overview

The US home insurance market is undergoing a fundamental transformation driven by climate change, inflation, and rising construction costs. A majority of U.S. homeowners (54%) report that their insurance premiums have increased in the past 12 months, according to recent surveys. The national average cost now stands at approximately $2,601 annually, or $217 monthly for $300,000 in dwelling coverage.

Key Market Trends:

  • Insurify projects the annual cost of home insurance will increase 8% by the end of the year to a national average of $3,520
  • 34 states seeing double-digit increases in 2024
  • Climate-related disasters caused more than 25 different disasters caused at least $1 billion each in damages in 2024

State-by-State Analysis

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Alabama

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Alabama Home Insurance Market

Discover why Alabama has some of the highest homeowners insurance rates in 2025 and explore smart strategies to manage coverage and cut costs.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Alabama Home Insurance Market

Discover why Alabama has some of the highest homeowners insurance rates in 2025 and explore smart strategies to manage coverage and cut costs.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Alabama Home Insurance Market

Discover why Alabama has some of the highest homeowners insurance rates in 2025 and explore smart strategies to manage coverage and cut costs.

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Alaska

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Alaska Home Insurance Market

Alaska's homeowners insurance market offers affordable rates and specialized coverage for extreme weather, earthquakes, and remote properties.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Alaska Home Insurance Market

Alaska's homeowners insurance market offers affordable rates and specialized coverage for extreme weather, earthquakes, and remote properties.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Alaska Home Insurance Market

Alaska's homeowners insurance market offers affordable rates and specialized coverage for extreme weather, earthquakes, and remote properties.

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Arizona

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Arizona Home Insurance Market

Arizona home insurance rates surged 11.4% in 2024, but premiums remain below the national average as wildfire risks and inflation reshape the market.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Arizona Home Insurance Market

Arizona home insurance rates surged 11.4% in 2024, but premiums remain below the national average as wildfire risks and inflation reshape the market.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Arizona Home Insurance Market

Arizona home insurance rates surged 11.4% in 2024, but premiums remain below the national average as wildfire risks and inflation reshape the market.

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Arkansas

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Arkansas Home Insurance Market

Arkansas home insurance premiums jumped 15–20% amid severe weather and insurer exits, with rates among the highest in the U.S. due to tornado risks.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Arkansas Home Insurance Market

Arkansas home insurance premiums jumped 15–20% amid severe weather and insurer exits, with rates among the highest in the U.S. due to tornado risks.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Arkansas Home Insurance Market

Arkansas home insurance premiums jumped 15–20% amid severe weather and insurer exits, with rates among the highest in the U.S. due to tornado risks.

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California

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the California Home Insurance Market

California home insurance rates are set to rise 21% in 2025 as wildfires and insurer exits strain availability, prompting new regulations to stabilize the market.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the California Home Insurance Market

California home insurance rates are set to rise 21% in 2025 as wildfires and insurer exits strain availability, prompting new regulations to stabilize the market.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the California Home Insurance Market

California home insurance rates are set to rise 21% in 2025 as wildfires and insurer exits strain availability, prompting new regulations to stabilize the market.

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Colorado

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Colorado Home Insurance Market

Colorado home insurance premiums now average $3,320, driven by hail, wildfire, and rising risks, making it the fourth most expensive state for coverage.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Colorado Home Insurance Market

Colorado home insurance premiums now average $3,320, driven by hail, wildfire, and rising risks, making it the fourth most expensive state for coverage.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Colorado Home Insurance Market

Colorado home insurance premiums now average $3,320, driven by hail, wildfire, and rising risks, making it the fourth most expensive state for coverage.

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Connecticut

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Connecticut Home Insurance Market

Connecticut home insurance averages $1,870 annually but varies widely due to coastal exposure, winter risks, and the state’s ongoing crumbling foundation crisis.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Connecticut Home Insurance Market

Connecticut home insurance averages $1,870 annually but varies widely due to coastal exposure, winter risks, and the state’s ongoing crumbling foundation crisis.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Connecticut Home Insurance Market

Connecticut home insurance averages $1,870 annually but varies widely due to coastal exposure, winter risks, and the state’s ongoing crumbling foundation crisis.

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Delaware

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Delaware Home Insurance Market

Delaware homeowners enjoy some of the nation’s lowest insurance rates, but coastal flood and wind risks make smart coverage choices critical statewide.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Delaware Home Insurance Market

Delaware homeowners enjoy some of the nation’s lowest insurance rates, but coastal flood and wind risks make smart coverage choices critical statewide.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Delaware Home Insurance Market

Delaware homeowners enjoy some of the nation’s lowest insurance rates, but coastal flood and wind risks make smart coverage choices critical statewide.

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Florida

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Florida Home Insurance Market

Florida home insurance shows early signs of recovery in 2025, with premiums averaging $2,625 as legislative reforms and new insurers bring cautious market optimism.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Florida Home Insurance Market

Florida home insurance shows early signs of recovery in 2025, with premiums averaging $2,625 as legislative reforms and new insurers bring cautious market optimism.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Florida Home Insurance Market

Florida home insurance shows early signs of recovery in 2025, with premiums averaging $2,625 as legislative reforms and new insurers bring cautious market optimism.

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Georgia

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Georgia Home Insurance Market

Georgia home insurance averages $2,004 to $2,435 annually, below the national average, but rising storm risks, roof rules, and liability concerns complicate coverage.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Georgia Home Insurance Market

Georgia home insurance averages $2,004 to $2,435 annually, below the national average, but rising storm risks, roof rules, and liability concerns complicate coverage.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Georgia Home Insurance Market

Georgia home insurance averages $2,004 to $2,435 annually, below the national average, but rising storm risks, roof rules, and liability concerns complicate coverage.

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Hawaii

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Hawaii Home Insurance Market

Hawaii has the nation’s lowest base home insurance rates at $613, but separate hurricane, flood, and earthquake policies are often required and raise total costs.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Hawaii Home Insurance Market

Hawaii has the nation’s lowest base home insurance rates at $613, but separate hurricane, flood, and earthquake policies are often required and raise total costs.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Hawaii Home Insurance Market

Hawaii has the nation’s lowest base home insurance rates at $613, but separate hurricane, flood, and earthquake policies are often required and raise total costs.

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Idaho

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Idaho Home Insurance Market

Idaho home insurance rates rose 17% in 2024 as wildfire risks grow and insurers tighten coverage, ending the state’s long run of low-cost homeowners insurance.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Idaho Home Insurance Market

Idaho home insurance rates rose 17% in 2024 as wildfire risks grow and insurers tighten coverage, ending the state’s long run of low-cost homeowners insurance.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Idaho Home Insurance Market

Idaho home insurance rates rose 17% in 2024 as wildfire risks grow and insurers tighten coverage, ending the state’s long run of low-cost homeowners insurance.

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Illinois

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Illinois Home Insurance Market

Illinois home insurance rates jumped 50% since 2021, with a 27.2% State Farm hike in 2025, as severe storms and inflation reshape one of the nation’s toughest markets.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Illinois Home Insurance Market

Illinois home insurance rates jumped 50% since 2021, with a 27.2% State Farm hike in 2025, as severe storms and inflation reshape one of the nation’s toughest markets.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Illinois Home Insurance Market

Illinois home insurance rates jumped 50% since 2021, with a 27.2% State Farm hike in 2025, as severe storms and inflation reshape one of the nation’s toughest markets.

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Indiana

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Indiana Home Insurance Market

Indiana home insurance averages $2,384 annually, slightly below the national average, but rising 40% in six years due to severe storms, hail, and flood risks.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Indiana Home Insurance Market

Indiana home insurance averages $2,384 annually, slightly below the national average, but rising 40% in six years due to severe storms, hail, and flood risks.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Indiana Home Insurance Market

Indiana home insurance averages $2,384 annually, slightly below the national average, but rising 40% in six years due to severe storms, hail, and flood risks.

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Iowa

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Iowa Home Insurance Market

Iowa home insurance rates rose 14% in 2024 amid rising tornadoes, hailstorms, and insurer exits, as the market reels from climate-driven volatility and reduced options.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Iowa Home Insurance Market

Iowa home insurance rates rose 14% in 2024 amid rising tornadoes, hailstorms, and insurer exits, as the market reels from climate-driven volatility and reduced options.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Iowa Home Insurance Market

Iowa home insurance rates rose 14% in 2024 amid rising tornadoes, hailstorms, and insurer exits, as the market reels from climate-driven volatility and reduced options.

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Kansas

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Kansas Home Insurance Market

Kansas homeowners face rising insurance premiums driven by severe weather and complex risks. Learn what’s behind the costs and how to navigate them.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Kansas Home Insurance Market

Kansas homeowners face rising insurance premiums driven by severe weather and complex risks. Learn what’s behind the costs and how to navigate them.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Kansas Home Insurance Market

Kansas homeowners face rising insurance premiums driven by severe weather and complex risks. Learn what’s behind the costs and how to navigate them.

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Kentucky

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Kentucky Home Insurance Market

Kentucky homeowners face rising insurance rates and increasing weather risks. Learn how to navigate coverage gaps, premiums, and key protection strategies.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Kentucky Home Insurance Market

Kentucky homeowners face rising insurance rates and increasing weather risks. Learn how to navigate coverage gaps, premiums, and key protection strategies.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Kentucky Home Insurance Market

Kentucky homeowners face rising insurance rates and increasing weather risks. Learn how to navigate coverage gaps, premiums, and key protection strategies.

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Louisiana

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Louisiana Home Insurance Market

Louisiana homeowners face soaring insurance costs and limited options amid ongoing hurricane risk. Learn how reforms and risk strategies can help navigate the market.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Louisiana Home Insurance Market

Louisiana homeowners face soaring insurance costs and limited options amid ongoing hurricane risk. Learn how reforms and risk strategies can help navigate the market.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Louisiana Home Insurance Market

Louisiana homeowners face soaring insurance costs and limited options amid ongoing hurricane risk. Learn how reforms and risk strategies can help navigate the market.

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Maine

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Maine Home Insurance Market

Maine homeowners enjoy the most stable insurance market in the U.S., with low premiums and strong protections despite winter risks and coastal exposures.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Maine Home Insurance Market

Maine homeowners enjoy the most stable insurance market in the U.S., with low premiums and strong protections despite winter risks and coastal exposures.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Maine Home Insurance Market

Maine homeowners enjoy the most stable insurance market in the U.S., with low premiums and strong protections despite winter risks and coastal exposures.

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Maple

Quoting that meets mortgage compliance out of the box.

Designed for audit-readiness across 50 states — without slowing your tech team.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

Quoting that meets mortgage compliance out of the box.

Designed for audit-readiness across 50 states — without slowing your tech team.

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Quoting that meets mortgage compliance out of the box.

Designed for audit-readiness across 50 states — without slowing your tech team.

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Maryland

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Maryland Home Insurance Market

Maryland homeowners enjoy below-average premiums but face rising rates and regional risks. Learn how to manage costs and secure coverage in 2025’s market.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Maryland Home Insurance Market

Maryland homeowners enjoy below-average premiums but face rising rates and regional risks. Learn how to manage costs and secure coverage in 2025’s market.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Maryland Home Insurance Market

Maryland homeowners enjoy below-average premiums but face rising rates and regional risks. Learn how to manage costs and secure coverage in 2025’s market.

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Massachusetts

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Massachusetts Home Insurance Market

Massachusetts homeowners enjoy below-average premiums but face rising rates, coastal risks, and aging homes. Learn how to optimize coverage in 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Massachusetts Home Insurance Market

Massachusetts homeowners enjoy below-average premiums but face rising rates, coastal risks, and aging homes. Learn how to optimize coverage in 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Massachusetts Home Insurance Market

Massachusetts homeowners enjoy below-average premiums but face rising rates, coastal risks, and aging homes. Learn how to optimize coverage in 2025.

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Michigan

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Michigan Home Insurance Market

Michigan homeowners face rising insurance costs amid aging homes, severe weather, and credit-based pricing. Learn how to navigate coverage options in 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Michigan Home Insurance Market

Michigan homeowners face rising insurance costs amid aging homes, severe weather, and credit-based pricing. Learn how to navigate coverage options in 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Michigan Home Insurance Market

Michigan homeowners face rising insurance costs amid aging homes, severe weather, and credit-based pricing. Learn how to navigate coverage options in 2025.

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Minnesota

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Minnesota Home Insurance Market

Minnesota homeowners face rising premiums and severe weather risks in 2025. Learn how to manage coverage, reduce costs, and protect your property effectively.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Minnesota Home Insurance Market

Minnesota homeowners face rising premiums and severe weather risks in 2025. Learn how to manage coverage, reduce costs, and protect your property effectively.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Minnesota Home Insurance Market

Minnesota homeowners face rising premiums and severe weather risks in 2025. Learn how to manage coverage, reduce costs, and protect your property effectively.

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Mississippi

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Mississippi Home Insurance Market

Mississippi homeowners face some of the nation’s highest premiums due to hurricane and tornado risks. Learn how to manage coverage and lower insurance costs.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Mississippi Home Insurance Market

Mississippi homeowners face some of the nation’s highest premiums due to hurricane and tornado risks. Learn how to manage coverage and lower insurance costs.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Mississippi Home Insurance Market

Mississippi homeowners face some of the nation’s highest premiums due to hurricane and tornado risks. Learn how to manage coverage and lower insurance costs.

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Missouri

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Missouri Home Insurance Market

Missouri homeowners face high premiums due to severe storms, hail, and rising costs. Learn how to manage coverage and navigate the state’s evolving risks.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Missouri Home Insurance Market

Missouri homeowners face high premiums due to severe storms, hail, and rising costs. Learn how to manage coverage and navigate the state’s evolving risks.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Missouri Home Insurance Market

Missouri homeowners face high premiums due to severe storms, hail, and rising costs. Learn how to manage coverage and navigate the state’s evolving risks.

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Montana

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Montana Home Insurance Market

Montana homeowners face steep insurance hikes due to wildfire risk and severe weather. Learn how to manage rising premiums and secure the right coverage.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Montana Home Insurance Market

Montana homeowners face steep insurance hikes due to wildfire risk and severe weather. Learn how to manage rising premiums and secure the right coverage.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Montana Home Insurance Market

Montana homeowners face steep insurance hikes due to wildfire risk and severe weather. Learn how to manage rising premiums and secure the right coverage.

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Nebraska

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Nebraska Home Insurance Market

Nebraska homeowners pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the U.S. due to tornadoes, hail, and flooding. Learn how to navigate rising costs and risks.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Nebraska Home Insurance Market

Nebraska homeowners pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the U.S. due to tornadoes, hail, and flooding. Learn how to navigate rising costs and risks.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Nebraska Home Insurance Market

Nebraska homeowners pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the U.S. due to tornadoes, hail, and flooding. Learn how to navigate rising costs and risks.

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Nevada

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Nevada Home Insurance Market

Nevada homeowners face rising insurance costs amid wildfire, flood, and earthquake risks. Learn how to navigate coverage gaps and protect properties in 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Nevada Home Insurance Market

Nevada homeowners face rising insurance costs amid wildfire, flood, and earthquake risks. Learn how to navigate coverage gaps and protect properties in 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Nevada Home Insurance Market

Nevada homeowners face rising insurance costs amid wildfire, flood, and earthquake risks. Learn how to navigate coverage gaps and protect properties in 2025.

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New Hampshire

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Hampshire Home Insurance Market

New Hampshire homeowners enjoy some of the nation’s lowest insurance rates, but winter weather, floods, and older homes create key coverage challenges in 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Hampshire Home Insurance Market

New Hampshire homeowners enjoy some of the nation’s lowest insurance rates, but winter weather, floods, and older homes create key coverage challenges in 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Hampshire Home Insurance Market

New Hampshire homeowners enjoy some of the nation’s lowest insurance rates, but winter weather, floods, and older homes create key coverage challenges in 2025.

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New Jersey

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Jersey Home Insurance Market

New Jersey homeowners enjoy lower-than-average premiums, but coastal storms, floods, and rising risks are reshaping the market. Learn how to stay protected.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Jersey Home Insurance Market

New Jersey homeowners enjoy lower-than-average premiums, but coastal storms, floods, and rising risks are reshaping the market. Learn how to stay protected.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Jersey Home Insurance Market

New Jersey homeowners enjoy lower-than-average premiums, but coastal storms, floods, and rising risks are reshaping the market. Learn how to stay protected.

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New Mexico

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Mexico Home Insurance Market

New Mexico homeowners face rising insurance costs driven by wildfire, flood, and construction risks. Learn key coverage options and strategies for 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Mexico Home Insurance Market

New Mexico homeowners face rising insurance costs driven by wildfire, flood, and construction risks. Learn key coverage options and strategies for 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New Mexico Home Insurance Market

New Mexico homeowners face rising insurance costs driven by wildfire, flood, and construction risks. Learn key coverage options and strategies for 2025.

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New York

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New York Home Insurance Market

New York homeowners enjoy lower-than-average premiums, but coastal storms, flooding, and aging homes drive coverage challenges. Learn key risks and solutions.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New York Home Insurance Market

New York homeowners enjoy lower-than-average premiums, but coastal storms, flooding, and aging homes drive coverage challenges. Learn key risks and solutions.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the New York Home Insurance Market

New York homeowners enjoy lower-than-average premiums, but coastal storms, flooding, and aging homes drive coverage challenges. Learn key risks and solutions.

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North Carolina

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the North Carolina Home Insurance Market

North Carolina homeowners face rising insurance costs shaped by coastal risks, strict state regulation, and recent negotiated rate hikes. Here’s how to navigate coverage in 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the North Carolina Home Insurance Market

North Carolina homeowners face rising insurance costs shaped by coastal risks, strict state regulation, and recent negotiated rate hikes. Here’s how to navigate coverage in 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the North Carolina Home Insurance Market

North Carolina homeowners face rising insurance costs shaped by coastal risks, strict state regulation, and recent negotiated rate hikes. Here’s how to navigate coverage in 2025.

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North Dakota

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the North Dakota Home Insurance Market

North Dakota homeowners face affordable but rising insurance costs shaped by hail, tornadoes, and Red River flooding risks. Here’s how to protect property while managing premiums.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the North Dakota Home Insurance Market

North Dakota homeowners face affordable but rising insurance costs shaped by hail, tornadoes, and Red River flooding risks. Here’s how to protect property while managing premiums.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the North Dakota Home Insurance Market

North Dakota homeowners face affordable but rising insurance costs shaped by hail, tornadoes, and Red River flooding risks. Here’s how to protect property while managing premiums.

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Ohio

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Ohio Home Insurance Market

Ohio homeowners face rising insurance costs amid record tornadoes, floods, and winter storms. Learn how to manage premiums and secure the right coverage in 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Ohio Home Insurance Market

Ohio homeowners face rising insurance costs amid record tornadoes, floods, and winter storms. Learn how to manage premiums and secure the right coverage in 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Ohio Home Insurance Market

Ohio homeowners face rising insurance costs amid record tornadoes, floods, and winter storms. Learn how to manage premiums and secure the right coverage in 2025.

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Oklahoma

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Oklahoma Home Insurance Market

Oklahoma homeowners face the nation’s highest insurance costs, nearly triple the U.S. average, driven by tornadoes, hail, and earthquakes. Learn how to manage coverage.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Oklahoma Home Insurance Market

Oklahoma homeowners face the nation’s highest insurance costs, nearly triple the U.S. average, driven by tornadoes, hail, and earthquakes. Learn how to manage coverage.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Oklahoma Home Insurance Market

Oklahoma homeowners face the nation’s highest insurance costs, nearly triple the U.S. average, driven by tornadoes, hail, and earthquakes. Learn how to manage coverage.

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Oregon

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Oregon Home Insurance Market

Oregon homeowners still pay below-average insurance premiums, but wildfire losses and climate risks are driving steep increases. Learn key coverage options for 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Oregon Home Insurance Market

Oregon homeowners still pay below-average insurance premiums, but wildfire losses and climate risks are driving steep increases. Learn key coverage options for 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Oregon Home Insurance Market

Oregon homeowners still pay below-average insurance premiums, but wildfire losses and climate risks are driving steep increases. Learn key coverage options for 2025.

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Pennsylvania

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Pennsylvania Home Insurance Market

Pennsylvania homeowners pay 48% below the national average for insurance, but flooding, sinkholes, and winter storms remain risks.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Pennsylvania Home Insurance Market

Pennsylvania homeowners pay 48% below the national average for insurance, but flooding, sinkholes, and winter storms remain risks.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Pennsylvania Home Insurance Market

Pennsylvania homeowners pay 48% below the national average for insurance, but flooding, sinkholes, and winter storms remain risks.

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Rhode Island

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Rhode Island Home Insurance Market

Rhode Island home insurance averages $1,650–$2,080 yearly, below national costs, but coastal risks, hurricanes, and flooding drive coverage needs.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Rhode Island Home Insurance Market

Rhode Island home insurance averages $1,650–$2,080 yearly, below national costs, but coastal risks, hurricanes, and flooding drive coverage needs.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Rhode Island Home Insurance Market

Rhode Island home insurance averages $1,650–$2,080 yearly, below national costs, but coastal risks, hurricanes, and flooding drive coverage needs.

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South Carolina

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the South Carolina Home Insurance Market

South Carolina home insurance averages $2,708 a year, above the U.S. average. Hurricanes, flooding, and coastal risks drive rising premiums.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the South Carolina Home Insurance Market

South Carolina home insurance averages $2,708 a year, above the U.S. average. Hurricanes, flooding, and coastal risks drive rising premiums.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the South Carolina Home Insurance Market

South Carolina home insurance averages $2,708 a year, above the U.S. average. Hurricanes, flooding, and coastal risks drive rising premiums.

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South Dakota

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the South Dakota Home Insurance Market

South Dakota home insurance averages $2,827 a year, above the U.S. average. Hail, tornadoes, floods, and harsh winters drive rising premiums.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the South Dakota Home Insurance Market

South Dakota home insurance averages $2,827 a year, above the U.S. average. Hail, tornadoes, floods, and harsh winters drive rising premiums.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the South Dakota Home Insurance Market

South Dakota home insurance averages $2,827 a year, above the U.S. average. Hail, tornadoes, floods, and harsh winters drive rising premiums.

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Tennessee

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Tennessee Home Insurance Market

Tennessee home insurance averages $3,085 yearly, 17% above the U.S. average. Tornadoes, floods, quakes, and wildfires drive rising premiums.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Tennessee Home Insurance Market

Tennessee home insurance averages $3,085 yearly, 17% above the U.S. average. Tornadoes, floods, quakes, and wildfires drive rising premiums.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Tennessee Home Insurance Market

Tennessee home insurance averages $3,085 yearly, 17% above the U.S. average. Tornadoes, floods, quakes, and wildfires drive rising premiums.

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Texas

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Texas Home Insurance Market

Texas homeowners face soaring insurance costs and limited options. Learn what’s driving the crisis and how to protect your home in a volatile market.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Texas Home Insurance Market

Texas homeowners face soaring insurance costs and limited options. Learn what’s driving the crisis and how to protect your home in a volatile market.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Texas Home Insurance Market

Texas homeowners face soaring insurance costs and limited options. Learn what’s driving the crisis and how to protect your home in a volatile market.

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Torrent

Embedded insurance — no engineers needed

Launch quoting inside your LOS, POS, or servicing platform without disrupting your flow.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

Embedded insurance — no engineers needed

Launch quoting inside your LOS, POS, or servicing platform without disrupting your flow.

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Embedded insurance — no engineers needed

Launch quoting inside your LOS, POS, or servicing platform without disrupting your flow.

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Utah

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Utah Home Insurance Market

Utah homeowners pay some of the nation’s lowest premiums at $1,187, but wildfire, earthquake, and flood risks drive rising insurance costs in 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Utah Home Insurance Market

Utah homeowners pay some of the nation’s lowest premiums at $1,187, but wildfire, earthquake, and flood risks drive rising insurance costs in 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Utah Home Insurance Market

Utah homeowners pay some of the nation’s lowest premiums at $1,187, but wildfire, earthquake, and flood risks drive rising insurance costs in 2025.

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Vermont

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Vermont Home Insurance Market

Vermont homeowners pay below national average insurance costs, but rising premiums, floods, and winter storms make strong coverage essential in 2025.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Vermont Home Insurance Market

Vermont homeowners pay below national average insurance costs, but rising premiums, floods, and winter storms make strong coverage essential in 2025.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Vermont Home Insurance Market

Vermont homeowners pay below national average insurance costs, but rising premiums, floods, and winter storms make strong coverage essential in 2025.

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Virginia

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Virginia Home Insurance Market

Virginia homeowners pay an average of $1,840 yearly for insurance, 24% below the U.S. average, but coastal storms and winter risks drive costs.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Virginia Home Insurance Market

Virginia homeowners pay an average of $1,840 yearly for insurance, 24% below the U.S. average, but coastal storms and winter risks drive costs.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Virginia Home Insurance Market

Virginia homeowners pay an average of $1,840 yearly for insurance, 24% below the U.S. average, but coastal storms and winter risks drive costs.

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Washington

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Washington Home Insurance Market

Washington home insurance averages $1,410 yearly, below the U.S. average, but rising wildfire, flood, and earthquake risks are driving higher premiums.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Washington Home Insurance Market

Washington home insurance averages $1,410 yearly, below the U.S. average, but rising wildfire, flood, and earthquake risks are driving higher premiums.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Washington Home Insurance Market

Washington home insurance averages $1,410 yearly, below the U.S. average, but rising wildfire, flood, and earthquake risks are driving higher premiums.

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Washington D.C.

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Washington D.C. Home Insurance Market

Washington D.C. home insurance averages $1,482 yearly, below the U.S. average. Flooding, aging infrastructure, and historic homes drive coverage needs.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Washington D.C. Home Insurance Market

Washington D.C. home insurance averages $1,482 yearly, below the U.S. average. Flooding, aging infrastructure, and historic homes drive coverage needs.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Washington D.C. Home Insurance Market

Washington D.C. home insurance averages $1,482 yearly, below the U.S. average. Flooding, aging infrastructure, and historic homes drive coverage needs.

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West Virginia

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the West Virginia Home Insurance Market

West Virginia home insurance averages $1,040 yearly, well below the U.S. average. Flooding, mine subsidence, and winter weather drive key coverage needs.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the West Virginia Home Insurance Market

West Virginia home insurance averages $1,040 yearly, well below the U.S. average. Flooding, mine subsidence, and winter weather drive key coverage needs.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the West Virginia Home Insurance Market

West Virginia home insurance averages $1,040 yearly, well below the U.S. average. Flooding, mine subsidence, and winter weather drive key coverage needs.

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Wisconsin

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Wisconsin Home Insurance Market

Explore how Wisconsin's severe weather and rising costs impact home insurance, and what coverage options homeowners need to stay protected.

Rose Luna

September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Wisconsin Home Insurance Market

Explore how Wisconsin's severe weather and rising costs impact home insurance, and what coverage options homeowners need to stay protected.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Wisconsin Home Insurance Market

Explore how Wisconsin's severe weather and rising costs impact home insurance, and what coverage options homeowners need to stay protected.

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Wyoming

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Wyoming Home Insurance Market

Discover how Wyoming's severe weather, wildfire risk, and rising rebuild costs impact home insurance rates and what coverage options homeowners should consider.

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September 9, 2025

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Wyoming Home Insurance Market

Discover how Wyoming's severe weather, wildfire risk, and rising rebuild costs impact home insurance rates and what coverage options homeowners should consider.

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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to the Wyoming Home Insurance Market

Discover how Wyoming's severe weather, wildfire risk, and rising rebuild costs impact home insurance rates and what coverage options homeowners should consider.

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The American home insurance market is experiencing unprecedented turbulence in 2025, with home insurance rates spiking 40.4% cumulatively across the U.S. in six years and average homeowners insurance premiums per policy increased 8.7 percent faster than the rate of inflation in 2018-2022. This comprehensive guide examines the unique insurance landscape in each of the 50 states + Washington D.C., helping agents and homeowners understand their local market conditions and make informed coverage decisions.

National Market Overview

The US home insurance market is undergoing a fundamental transformation driven by climate change, inflation, and rising construction costs. A majority of U.S. homeowners (54%) report that their insurance premiums have increased in the past 12 months, according to recent surveys. The national average cost now stands at approximately $2,601 annually, or $217 monthly for $300,000 in dwelling coverage.

Key Market Trends:

  • Insurify projects the annual cost of home insurance will increase 8% by the end of the year to a national average of $3,520
  • 34 states seeing double-digit increases in 2024
  • Climate-related disasters caused more than 25 different disasters caused at least $1 billion each in damages in 2024

State-by-State Analysis

Most Expensive States

Oklahoma leads the nation with the most expensive state for home insurance at $5,858 a year. The state's position in Tornado Alley, combined with frequent severe weather events, drives these astronomical premiums. Oklahoma City at $4,239, while Tulsa's $3,123 is below the state average.

Texas ranks among the top expensive states, with homeowners paying $4,078 per year on average, but some areas see even higher costs. In Corpus Christi, for example, home insurance premiums averaged $6,581. The state faces multiple threats including tornadoes, hurricanes, and wildfires across different regions.

Louisiana residents face $6,184 per year on average for a standard policy, driven by hurricane exposure and extremely high flood risks throughout the state.

Nebraska homeowners experience some of the highest premiums due to increased risk of severe weather and increased construction costs. Because Nebraska has a smaller population compared to many states, costs are spread over a smaller risk pool.

Kansas residents pay $4,415 per year on average for standard homeowner's insurance, reflecting the state's position in tornado alley with an average of 96 tornadoes per year.

Least Expensive States

Hawaii offers the cheapest state for home insurance at only $613 a year, despite the need for separate hurricane, earthquake, and flood coverage that can raise total costs significantly.

Vermont maintains among the least cost for homeowner insurance in the US. The average annual premium in this area is around $799, benefiting from minimal natural disaster exposure.

Delaware homeowners enjoy some of the nation's lowest insurance rates, but coastal flood and wind risks make smart coverage choices critical statewide.

Regional Breakdown by State

Northeast

  • Maine: Maine homeowners enjoy the most stable insurance market in the U.S., with low premiums and strong protections despite winter risks and coastal exposures
  • New Hampshire: Offers some of the nation's lowest rates, though winter weather and older homes create coverage challenges
  • Massachusetts: Below-average premiums but faces rising rates due to coastal risks and aging infrastructure
  • Connecticut: Averages $1,870 annually but varies widely due to coastal exposure and the state's crumbling foundation crisis
  • Rhode Island: Home insurance averages $1,650-$2,080 yearly, below national costs despite coastal hurricane risks
  • New York: Lower-than-average premiums, but coastal storms and aging homes drive coverage challenges
  • New Jersey: Enjoys lower-than-average premiums, though coastal storms and flooding risks are reshaping the market
  • Pennsylvania: Homeowners pay 48% below the national average, though flooding and winter storms remain concerns

Southeast

  • Florida: Florida home insurance shows early signs of recovery in 2025, with premiums averaging $2,625 as legislative reforms and new insurers bring cautious market optimism
  • Georgia: Averages $2,004 to $2,435 annually, below national average, but rising storm risks complicate coverage
  • South Carolina: Home insurance averages $2,708 yearly, above US average due to hurricanes and coastal risks
  • North Carolina: scheduled to experience a 7.5% average increase in home insurance rates on June 1, 2025, and another 7.5% increase on June 1, 2026
  • Virginia: Homeowners pay an average of $1,840 yearly, 24% below the US average
  • West Virginia: Averages $1,040 yearly, well below the US average despite flooding and mine subsidence risks
  • Kentucky: Rising insurance rates due to increasing weather risks and coverage gaps
  • Tennessee: Averages $3,085 yearly, 17% above US average due to tornadoes, floods, and wildfires
  • Alabama: Faces some of the highest rates due to Gulf Coast exposure and natural disaster risks
  • Mississippi: average insurance rate of $4,289 per year is nearly double the national average due to hurricane and tornado risks
  • Arkansas: Rising premiums driven by severe weather and proximity to seismic zones

Midwest

  • Illinois: Illinois home insurance rates jumped 50% since 2021, with a 27.2% State Farm hike in 2025, as severe storms and inflation reshape one of the nation's toughest markets
  • Indiana: Averages $2,384 annually, slightly below national average but rising 40% in six years
  • Ohio: Rising costs amid record tornadoes, floods, and winter storms
  • Michigan: Rising costs due to aging homes, severe weather, and credit-based pricing challenges
  • Wisconsin: Severe weather and rising costs impact coverage options and pricing
  • Minnesota: Rising premiums and severe weather risks require strategic coverage management
  • Iowa: Iowa home insurance rates rose 14% in 2024 amid rising tornadoes, hailstorms, and insurer exits
  • Missouri: High premiums due to severe storms, hail, and rising costs throughout the state
  • North Dakota: Affordable but rising costs shaped by hail, tornadoes, and Red River flooding
  • South Dakota: Averages $2,827 yearly, above US average due to hail, tornadoes, and harsh winters

West

  • California: California home insurance rates are set to rise 21% in 2025 as wildfires and insurer exits strain availability, prompting new regulations to stabilize the market
  • Oregon: Still below-average premiums, but wildfire losses are driving steep increases
  • Washington: Averages $1,410 yearly, below US average, but rising wildfire and earthquake risks are driving higher premiums
  • Idaho: Idaho home insurance rates rose 17% in 2024 as wildfire risks grow and insurers tighten coverage
  • Nevada: Rising costs amid wildfire, flood, and earthquake risks require strategic coverage planning
  • Utah: Utah homeowners pay some of the nation's lowest premiums at $1,187, but wildfire, earthquake, and flood risks drive rising insurance costs in 2025
  • Arizona: Arizona home insurance rates surged 11.4% in 2024, but premiums remain below the national average as wildfire risks and inflation reshape the market
  • Colorado: Colorado home insurance premiums now average $3,320, driven by hail, wildfire, and rising risks, making it the fourth most expensive state for coverage
  • New Mexico: Rising costs driven by wildfire, flood, and construction risks across the state
  • Wyoming: Severe weather, wildfire risk, and rising rebuild costs impact coverage options
  • Montana: Montana homeowners face steep insurance hikes due to wildfire risk and severe weather
  • Alaska: Alaska's homeowners insurance market offers affordable rates and specialized coverage for extreme weather, earthquakes, and remote properties

Washington D.C.

Home insurance averages $1,482 yearly, below the US average, though flooding and aging infrastructure drive specific coverage needs.

Climate Change Impact

Climate change is fundamentally reshaping the insurance landscape. Consumers living in the 20 percent of ZIP Codes with the highest expected annual losses to buildings from climate-related perils paid $2,321 in premiums on average, 82 percent more than those in the 20 percent lowest climate-risk ZIP Codes.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reported that, from 2018-2022, 84 disasters with costs exceeding $1 billion each (excluding floods) resulted in over $609 billion in total damages.

Regional Insurance Rate Comparison Table

Region

Neighboring States

Average Annual Premium

Difference from National Average

Tornado Alley

Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska

$5,400

+108%

Gulf Coast

Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi

$4,900

+88%

Southeast Coast

Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina

$2,800

+8%

Mountain West

Colorado, Utah, Montana

$2,900

+12%

Pacific Coast

California, Oregon, Washington

$2,200

-15%

Northeast

Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine

$1,100

-58%

Great Lakes

Michigan, Ohio, Illinois

$2,400

-8%

Mid-Atlantic

Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware

$1,600

-38%

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Key Market Drivers

Construction Cost Inflation: Even though inflation rates have cooled recently, the cost of rebuilding a home in 2025 is still more expensive than it was just a couple of years ago. This directly impacts insurance pricing across all states.

Labor Shortages: In August of 2024, there were 368,000 construction job openings in the U.S., which was an increase of 138,000 from the previous month, driving up rebuild costs.

Reinsurance Costs: Insurance companies face higher costs for their own coverage, which gets passed down to consumers through higher premiums.

Future Outlook

Insurify projects that losses from the Palisades and Eaton fires will contribute to rate increases averaging 21% in 2025 in California, while other states face their own regional challenges. Looking forward to 2025, premium growth is expected to continue, but at a more controlled pace.

The market is showing signs of stabilization in some regions, with signs of market stability, yet risks remain. Severe weather in high-risk states and regulatory constraints will continue to shape the market.

Strategies for Homeowners

Shopping and Comparison: Regular rate shopping has become essential, as carrier appetite and pricing change frequently across different markets.

Risk Mitigation: Investing in home improvements like fortified roofing, security systems, and storm-resistant features can qualify for discounts and reduce long-term costs.

Coverage Optimization: Working with insurance professionals to ensure adequate coverage without over-insuring can help manage costs while maintaining protection.

Bundling Opportunities: Many carriers offer significant discounts for bundling home and auto coverage, though this should be evaluated against standalone options.

Conclusion

The US home insurance market in 2025 reflects a complex interplay of climate risks, economic factors, and regional challenges that vary dramatically from state to state. While homeowners in Hawaii and Vermont may experience relatively stable, affordable markets, those in Oklahoma, Texas, and Louisiana may face different cost and coverage considerations.

Understanding your state's specific risk profile, market conditions, and available options can be important for making informed insurance decisions. As the market continues to evolve, staying informed about local trends and working with experienced insurance professionals may become increasingly valuable for protecting one of your most significant assets.

Whether you're dealing with tornado risks in the Midwest, hurricane exposure on the Gulf Coast, or wildfire threats in the West, the goal is finding an appropriate balance of coverage, cost, and carrier stability for your specific situation and location.

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