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Homeowners, Flood, Wildfire & Earthquake Insurance in Crawford County

Estimated premiums for all four major property insurance types, plus FEMA flood zone breakdowns for Crawford County.

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About These Estimates

These figures are estimates only, derived from publicly available data sources for Crawford County and its constituent census tracts, and are not insurance quotes. Actual premiums depend on your specific property, coverage selections, insurer, claims history, and underwriting decisions. Always obtain quotes from a licensed insurance agent before making coverage decisions.

Homeowners Insurance & Risk

Estimates are annualized and based on the median home value of $134,641 in Crawford County. Actual premiums will vary based on individual risk factors.

Homeowners (HO-3)
$838
/ year
โ‰ˆ $70 / month
Calculated at $2.62 per $1,000 of home value + $486 base fee.
Nation: 54th PercentileState: 29th Percentile

Standard HO-3 policies typically exclude damage from earthquakes and may have restrictions regarding wildfires. Supplemental policies may be required.

Earthquake Supplement
$125
/ year
โ‰ˆ $10 / month
Calculated at $0.93 per $1k value.
Nation: 91th PercentileState: 71th Percentile
Wildfire Risk
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Appears Low Risk: Here's Why

Crawford County sits in the Midwest agricultural corridor, where continuous wildland-urban interface fuel is minimal. Predominantly tilled farmland, high annual rainfall (35 to 45 inches), and the absence of large contiguous forests create conditions that do not support the sustained wildfires common in western states. Local creek corridors and wooded copses can experience small grass or brush fires during dry spells, but these rarely threaten structures and are typically covered under a standard HO-3 policy. No supplemental wildfire policy is typically required here.

We recommend consulting your insurance agent to confirm your policy's wildfire coverage and any applicable exclusions before making coverage decisions.

Flood Risk & FEMA Zones

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FEMA Flood Zones Breakdown

SFHA Coverage: 15.0%

Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) is the land area covered by the floodwaters of the base flood (1% annual chance). Mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements apply to all properties within the SFHA.

Nation: 86th PercentileState: 78th PercentileMSA: 89th Percentile
Moderate to Low Risk
Zones: X, B, C
85.0%

Outside the 1% annual chance floodplain. Flood insurance is not federally required, but recommended.

Zone X85.0%
Nation: 80th PercentileState: 43th Percentile
High Risk (Inland)
Zones: A, AE, AH, AO, AR, A99
15.0%

1% annual chance of flooding. Mandatory flood insurance required for federally backed mortgages.

Zone A4.8%
Nation: 68th PercentileState: 60th Percentile
Zone AE10.2%

Zone percentages may not sum to 100%. Rounding, areas without FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) coverage, and parcels that carry more than one zone designation all contribute to this. Zone codes follow FEMA's official FIRM naming convention: "AE" indicates high-risk inland flooding with detailed base flood elevation data; "X" covers both moderate- and low-risk areas outside the 1% annual chance floodplain; "D" marks areas where flood hazard is possible but not yet determined; and "A99" applies to areas protected by levees under construction. Coverage and zone boundaries are updated as FIRMs are revised. Verify the current map for your property at msc.fema.gov.

Flood Insurance Estimate

Estimated premiums under FEMA's NFIP Risk Rating 2.0 vary by property-specific flood exposure, elevation certificate, and coverage level.

Annual Premium
$299
/ year
โ‰ˆ $25 / month
Calculated at $2.22 per $1,000 of home value.
Nation: 42th PercentileState: 55th Percentile

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is homeowners insurance in Crawford County, IL?

The estimated annual homeowners insurance premium for a median-priced home ($134,641) in Crawford County, IL is approximately $838/year ($70/month). This estimate is based on local HO-3 policy rates from Safe Rate's geographic insurance dataset.

Is flood insurance required in Crawford County, IL?

15.0% of Crawford County, IL lies within FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). Federal law requires flood insurance for all federally-backed mortgages on properties within the SFHA. Homeowners outside the SFHA are not required to carry flood insurance, but FEMA strongly recommends it.

What FEMA flood zone is Crawford County, IL in?

Crawford County, IL contains multiple FEMA flood zones. 15.0% of the area is in the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). Zone AE (high-risk inland flooding with detailed base flood elevations) covers 10.2% of the area. Zone X (moderate to low risk) covers 85.0%. See the full FEMA flood zone map on Safe Rate.

How much is flood insurance in Crawford County, IL?

The estimated annual NFIP flood insurance premium for a median-priced home in Crawford County, IL is approximately $299/year. Actual premiums under FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0 vary by property-specific flood exposure, elevation certificate, and coverage level.

Do I need earthquake insurance in Crawford County, IL?

Standard homeowners insurance does not cover earthquake damage. For a median-priced home in Crawford County, IL, an earthquake insurance supplement is estimated to cost approximately $125/year. The exact premium depends on the property's age, construction type, and soil conditions.

How much is wildfire insurance in Crawford County, IL?

For most properties in Crawford County, IL, basic fire damage is covered by a standard homeowners insurance (HO-3) policy, and specialized, high-risk wildfire supplements are not typically required.

What is the flood risk in Crawford County, IL?

15.0% of Crawford County, IL falls within FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA), which represents the area subject to inundation by the 1-percent-annual-chance flood event. Properties in this zone are at high risk of flooding.