Homeowners Insurance in Chicago, IL
For a home at Chicago's median value of $334,100, we estimate about $1,825 a year — +23% versus the Illinois NAIC average of $1,480.
Estimated homeowners insurance cost in Chicago
Chicago's estimate reflects its home values (27% higher than the state median) and FEMA's hazard profile for Cook County. Many homes here are older, so roof age, wiring and plumbing updates can matter a lot at underwriting.
Natural hazard risk in Chicago
| Hazard | Risk rating | Score (0–100) | Insurance impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hail | 99.1 | Comprehensive (car); roof claims (home) | |
| Tornado | 100.0 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Hurricane | 48.9 | Comprehensive; wind/hurricane deductibles (home) | |
| Inland (river) flooding | 99.9 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Coastal flooding | 44.0 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Strong wind | 99.6 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Winter weather | 100.0 | Collision (icy roads); frozen pipes (home) | |
| Wildfire | 55.8 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Earthquake | 98.4 | Home needs a separate earthquake policy | |
| Lightning | 98.2 | Fire and electrical damage |
Scores are national percentiles of FEMA's county risk (higher means more expected loss than most other U.S. counties).
Estimated premium by home value in Chicago
| Dwelling value | Wood frame | Brick / masonry |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $1,210 | $1,115 |
| $300,000 | $1,675 | $1,540 |
| $500,000 | $2,520 | $2,320 |
| $750,000 | $3,490 | $3,210 |
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Homeowners insurance by ZIP code in Chicago
| ZIP | Median home value | Owner-occupied | Est. premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60629 | $243,600 | 62.0% | $1,420 |
| 60618 | $562,700 | 50.4% | $2,770 |
| 60632 | $252,600 | 60.6% | $1,460 |
| 60647 | $586,200 | 38.8% | $2,865 |
| 60639 | $309,900 | 48.4% | $1,720 |
| 60623 | $237,200 | 42.2% | $1,390 |
| 60608 | $358,600 | 39.2% | $1,935 |
| 60625 | $401,900 | 40.8% | $2,120 |
| 60617 | $180,700 | 57.0% | $1,115 |
| 60634 | $353,900 | 74.7% | $1,915 |
| 60657 | $537,800 | 37.5% | $2,675 |
| 60614 | $720,400 | 44.1% | $3,380 |
| 60641 | $391,100 | 52.5% | $2,070 |
| 60640 | $370,300 | 31.8% | $1,985 |
| 60620 | $197,700 | 50.2% | $1,200 |
| 60651 | $269,900 | 47.2% | $1,540 |
| 60609 | $268,300 | 42.2% | $1,535 |
| 60628 | $169,800 | 60.1% | $1,065 |
| 60619 | $219,600 | 45.1% | $1,305 |
| 60638 | $299,100 | 79.8% | $1,670 |
| 60630 | $384,500 | 67.6% | $2,045 |
| 60622 | $638,100 | 43.1% | $3,065 |
| 60616 | $387,200 | 39.5% | $2,055 |
| 60637 | $257,300 | 26.0% | $1,480 |
| 60613 | $390,800 | 38.5% | $2,070 |
| 60626 | $280,600 | 27.3% | $1,590 |
| 60645 | $328,200 | 53.8% | $1,800 |
| 60649 | $213,200 | 25.1% | $1,275 |
| 60644 | $239,000 | 30.2% | $1,395 |
| 60643 | $249,300 | 74.7% | $1,445 |
| 60610 | $505,900 | 34.4% | $2,545 |
| 60615 | $347,800 | 32.2% | $1,885 |
| 60660 | $309,100 | 36.9% | $1,715 |
| 60659 | $371,800 | 46.8% | $1,990 |
| 60707 | $332,000 | 66.0% | $1,820 |
| 60652 | $250,500 | 84.7% | $1,450 |
| 60611 | $650,800 | 40.0% | $3,115 |
| 60605 | $453,200 | 42.3% | $2,330 |
| 60612 | $364,600 | 31.2% | $1,960 |
| 60624 | $230,700 | 28.8% | $1,360 |
| 60653 | $361,000 | 30.8% | $1,945 |
| 60607 | $499,700 | 41.3% | $2,520 |
| 60636 | $155,300 | 52.8% | $990 |
| 60631 | $436,400 | 75.3% | $2,260 |
| 60656 | $348,700 | 64.2% | $1,890 |
| 60646 | $503,900 | 79.0% | $2,540 |
| 60655 | $324,300 | 84.4% | $1,785 |
| 60621 | $153,500 | 29.4% | $980 |
| 60018 | $318,100 | 74.1% | $1,755 |
| 60654 | $500,400 | 34.2% | $2,525 |
| 60642 | $593,600 | 33.7% | $2,895 |
| 60601 | $526,200 | 28.2% | $2,625 |
| 60633 | $186,800 | 63.1% | $1,145 |
| 60661 | $392,900 | 26.6% | $2,080 |
| 60606 | $416,400 | 29.6% | $2,180 |
| 60602 | $391,800 | 37.2% | $2,075 |
| 60603 | $633,900 | 57.6% | $3,050 |
| 60604 | $597,100 | 55.5% | $2,905 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is homeowners insurance in Chicago?
For a home at Chicago's median value of $334,100, we estimate about $1,825 a year for a standard HO-3 policy with a $1,000 deductible. The Illinois NAIC average is $1,480.
What are the biggest natural hazards in Chicago?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Cook County relatively high or very high for hail, tornado, inland (river) flooding, strong wind, winter weather, earthquake, and lightning.
Does the age of homes in Chicago affect insurance?
Yes. The median home in Chicago was built in 1953 (Census ACS). Older roofs, wiring and plumbing can raise premiums or require inspections, while updates often earn discounts.
How we estimate this
We start from the NAIC average homeowners (HO-3) premium for Illinois, scale it by the ratio of the dwelling value to the state median home value, adjust for construction type and deductible, and apply a hazard factor from FEMA National Risk Index scores for Cook County relative to the state. Results are rounded estimates, not quotes. Read the full methodology.
- NAIC Dwelling Fire, Homeowners Owner-Occupied, and Homeowners Tenant and Condominium/Cooperative Unit Owner's Insurance Report: Data for 2023 (July 2026), Tables 4 and 5 (HO-3 and HO-4 average premiums)
- FEMA National Risk Index (Cook County)
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (home values, year built, tenure)