Average home insurance cost in Connecticut
The average cost of homeowners insurance in Connecticut is $2,123 a year, or $178 a month. This is based on coverage of:
- $300,000 dwelling
- $300,000 liability
- $1,000 deductible.
- 2% hurricane deductible
However, the average annual premium varies by the insurance company, your ZIP code, coverage type, your home's age, among other factors. It’s a good idea to compare price quotes from different Connecticut homeowners insurance companies to get the best deal.
Best home insurance companies in Connecticut
The best home insurance company in Connecticut is Chubb, followed by Amica and Travelers.
Below is a full list of the top Connecticut insurance companies based on price, NAIC complaints, and AM Best financial ratings. The total Insurance.com score is calculated out of five using these factors.
*USAA only provides coverage to military members, veterans, and their families.
Cheapest home insurance companies in Connecticut
Below are Connecticut home insurance rates by company for six different levels of dwelling coverage, each with $300,000 in liability and a $1,000 deductible. Based on our rate analysis, you’ll see Travelers has the most affordable rates in every category. USAA offers cheaper rates but is available only to military veterans and their families.
| Company | $200,000 | $300,000 | $400,000 | $600,000 | $1,000,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allstate | $1,798 | $1,967 | $2,366 | $3,290 | $4,405 |
| American Family | $2,505 | $3,092 | $3,691 | $4,800 | $6,454 |
| Amica | $1,491 | $1,946 | $2,353 | $3,191 | $4,527 |
| Chubb | $1,823 | $2,601 | $3,350 | $4,778 | $7,226 |
| Farmers | $2,162 | $2,912 | $3,818 | $5,948 | $8,799 |
| Progressive | $2,802 | $3,267 | $3,714 | $4,484 | $6,080 |
| State Farm | $1,743 | $2,219 | $2,619 | $3,427 | $4,714 |
| Travelers | $1,195 | $1,413 | $1,664 | $2,277 | $3,461 |
| USAA | $1,018 | $1,352 | $1,679 | $2,303 | $3,380 |
*USAA only provides coverage to military members, veterans and their families.
Connecticut home insurance rates by ZIP code
Home insurance rates can vary widely depending on where the home is located. We compared home insurance rates by ZIP code in Connecticut to see which areas are the most and least expensive.
Enter your ZIP code and desired coverage level in the search box to see the average home insurance rate for that area. You will also see the highest and lowest premiums from major home insurers. This will give you an idea of how much you can save by comparing home insurance rates. The difference between the highest rate and the lowest rate is how much you could save by shopping around.
Home insurance calculator by ZIP code
Average home insurance rates in TexasMost & least expensive ZIP codes for homeowners insurance in Texas
| ZIP code | City | Highest rate |
|---|---|---|
| 77550 | Galveston | $10,407 |
| 77554 | Galveston | $9,754 |
| 77551 | Galveston | $9,634 |
| 77590 | Texas City | $9,005 |
| ZIP code | City | Lowest rate |
|---|---|---|
| 79915 | El Paso | $1,158 |
| 79905 | El Paso | $1,169 |
| 79907 | El Paso | $1,179 |
| 79916 | Fort Bliss | $1,180 |
The Connecticut Insurance Department says...
"It is important to review your Homeowner, Renters or Condominium policy yearly and especially prior to the start of the Atlantic Tropical Storm season which runs from June 1 through November 30. Review your policy with your agent, a company representative or contact the Connecticut Insurance Department to understand what is covered and what your coverage limits are to ensure you are adequately protected."
- The Connecticut Insurance DepartmentThe most expensive ZIP codes in Connecticut for home insurance
Connecticut homeowners insurance rates are the most expensive for ZIP code 6498, with an average annual cost of $2,920.
The most expensive ZIP codes in Connecticut are:
| City | ZIP code | Average Annual Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Westbrook | 6498 | $2,920 |
| Old Saybrook | 6475 | $2,848 |
| Milford | 6460 | $2,781 |
| Milford | 6461 | $2,766 |
| Branford | 6405 | $2,757 |
| Clinton | 6413 | $2,734 |
| Madison | 6443 | $2,719 |
| West Haven | 6516 | $2,700 |
| New London | 6320 | $2,690 |
| New Haven | 6510 | $2,678 |
The least expensive ZIP codes in Connecticut for home insurance
The cheapest ZIP codes for home insurance in Connecticut are:
| City | ZIP code | Average Annual Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Wilton | 6897 | $1,766 |
| New Britain | 6051 | $1,850 |
| New Milford | 6776 | $1,862 |
| Danbury | 6811 | $1,869 |
| Ridgefield | 6877 | $1,872 |
| Gaylordsville | 6755 | $1,880 |
| Danbury | 6810 | $1,886 |
| Torrington | 6790 | $1,896 |
| Bridgewater | 6752 | $1,897 |
| Canaan | 6018 | $1,901 |
Connecticut homeowners insurance rates by county
Home insurance rates in Connecticut vary by county. Take a look at the average rates by county in Connecticut below to see how costs compare.
| County | Average annual premium | Average monthly premium |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfield | $2,220 | $185 |
| Hartford | $1,989 | $166 |
| Litchfield | $1,940 | $162 |
| Middlesex | $2,314 | $193 |
| New Haven | $2,332 | $194 |
| New London | $2,351 | $196 |
| Tolland | $1,963 | $164 |
| Windham | $1,982 | $165 |
Compare homeowners insurance rates by city in Connecticut
Home insurance rates vary significantly across cities, influenced by various factors, including weather patterns, crime rates, and property values. You must consider these factors and compare quotes from different insurers to get the best deal on home insurance for your specific city in Connecticut.
Methodology
Insurance.com worked with Quadrant Information Services to field homeowners insurance rates in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. We analyzed 37,973,840 insurance quotes from 134 insurance companies across 34,595 ZIP codes to determine the average premiums.
The insurance rates are based on a sample profile of a homeowner with good credit and the following coverage level:
- $300,000 dwelling coverage
- $300,000 liability protection
- $1,000 deductible
- 2% hurricane deductible where appropriate.
To rank insurance companies, we used three important factors: average annual cost, NAIC complaint ratio and AM Best financial stability rating. Find the full best insurance companies rating methodology here. The quoted insurance rates are for comparison purposes, and your rates will vary.
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