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Homeowners, Flood, Wildfire & Earthquake Insurance in Dodge County

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

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About These Estimates

These figures are estimates only, derived from publicly available data sources for Dodge 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 $293,202 in Dodge County. Actual premiums will vary based on individual risk factors.

Homeowners (HO-3)
$951
/ year
$79 / month
Calculated at $2.36 per $1,000 of home value + $259 base fee.
Nation: 48th PercentileState: 61th Percentile

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

Earthquake Supplement
$3
/ year
$0 / month
Calculated at $0.01 per $1k value.
Nation: 12th PercentileState: 86th Percentile
Wildfire Supplement
$1
/ year
$0 / month
Calculated at $0.00 per $1k value.
Nation: 31th PercentileState: 77th Percentile

Flood Risk & FEMA Zones

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FEMA Flood Zones Breakdown

SFHA Coverage: 11.3%

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: 78th PercentileState: 88th PercentileMSA: 82th Percentile
High Risk (Inland)
Zones: A, AE, AH, AO, AR, A99
11.4%

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

Zone A8.2%
Nation: 84th PercentileState: 92th Percentile
Zone AE3.2%
Moderate to Low Risk
Zones: X, B, C
5.7%

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

Zone X5.7%
Nation: 43th PercentileState: 78th Percentile

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
$273
/ year
$23 / month
Calculated at $0.93 per $1,000 of home value.
Nation: 3th PercentileState: 14th Percentile

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is homeowners insurance in Dodge County, WI?

The estimated annual homeowners insurance premium for a median-priced home ($293,202) in Dodge County, WI is approximately $951/year ($79/month). This estimate is based on local HO-3 policy rates from Safe Rate's geographic insurance dataset.

Is flood insurance required in Dodge County, WI?

11.3% of Dodge County, WI 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 Dodge County, WI in?

Dodge County, WI contains multiple FEMA flood zones. 11.3% of the area is in the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). Zone AE (high-risk inland flooding with detailed base flood elevations) covers 3.2% of the area. Zone X (moderate to low risk) covers 5.7%. See the full FEMA flood zone map on Safe Rate.

How much is flood insurance in Dodge County, WI?

The estimated annual NFIP flood insurance premium for a median-priced home in Dodge County, WI is approximately $273/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 Dodge County, WI?

Standard homeowners insurance does not cover earthquake damage. For a median-priced home in Dodge County, WI, an earthquake insurance supplement is estimated to cost approximately $3/year. The exact premium depends on the property's age, construction type, and soil conditions.

How much is wildfire insurance in Dodge County, WI?

The estimated annual wildfire insurance supplement for a median-priced home in Dodge County, WI is approximately $1/year. While basic fire damage is covered by standard HO-3 policies, homes in high-risk wildfire zones often require specialized or supplemental coverage (like the FAIR Plan) due to increased risk.

What is the flood risk in Dodge County, WI?

11.3% of Dodge County, WI 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.