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Homeowners, Flood, Wildfire & Earthquake Insurance in Morrow County

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

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About These Estimates

These figures are estimates only, derived from publicly available data sources for Morrow 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 $267,039 in Morrow County. Actual premiums will vary based on individual risk factors.

Homeowners (HO-3)
$1,127
/ year
$94 / month
Calculated at $2.79 per $1,000 of home value + $381 base fee.
Nation: 57th PercentileState: 77th Percentile

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

Earthquake Supplement
$10
/ year
$1 / month
Calculated at $0.04 per $1k value.
Nation: 31th PercentileState: 47th Percentile
Wildfire Supplement
$1
/ year
$0 / month
Calculated at $0.00 per $1k value.
Nation: 20th PercentileState: 69th Percentile

Flood Risk & FEMA Zones

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FEMA Flood Zones Breakdown

SFHA Coverage: 3.3%

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: 34th PercentileState: 17th PercentileMSA: 10th Percentile
Moderate to Low Risk
Zones: X, B, C
3.8%

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

Zone X3.8%
Nation: 36th PercentileState: 50th Percentile
High Risk (Inland)
Zones: A, AE, AH, AO, AR, A99
3.3%

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

Zone A3.2%
Nation: 53th PercentileState: 55th Percentile
Zone AE0.1%

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
$409
/ year
$34 / month
Calculated at $1.53 per $1,000 of home value.
Nation: 18th PercentileState: 52th Percentile

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is homeowners insurance in Morrow County, OH?

The estimated annual homeowners insurance premium for a median-priced home ($267,039) in Morrow County, OH is approximately $1,127/year ($94/month). This estimate is based on local HO-3 policy rates from Safe Rate's geographic insurance dataset.

Is flood insurance required in Morrow County, OH?

Most of Morrow County, OH falls outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area. While flood insurance is not federally mandated for most properties here, it is available and often recommended for comprehensive coverage.

What FEMA flood zone is Morrow County, OH in?

Morrow County, OH contains multiple FEMA flood zones. 3.3% of the area is in the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). Zone AE (high-risk inland flooding with detailed base flood elevations) covers 0.1% of the area. Zone X (moderate to low risk) covers 3.8%. See the full FEMA flood zone map on Safe Rate.

How much is flood insurance in Morrow County, OH?

The estimated annual NFIP flood insurance premium for a median-priced home in Morrow County, OH is approximately $409/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 Morrow County, OH?

Standard homeowners insurance does not cover earthquake damage. For a median-priced home in Morrow County, OH, an earthquake insurance supplement is estimated to cost approximately $10/year. The exact premium depends on the property's age, construction type, and soil conditions.

How much is wildfire insurance in Morrow County, OH?

The estimated annual wildfire insurance supplement for a median-priced home in Morrow County, OH 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 Morrow County, OH?

3.3% of Morrow County, OH 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.