Your home is one of the biggest financial investments you’ll ever make, so protecting it against risks like damage, theft and vandalism is a no-brainer.
But homeowners insurance premiums are on the rise. According to the Insurify 2025/2026 Home Insurance Report, the average price of a policy in 2026 has climbed to $2,543. In some states, that figure is even higher, with projected averages reaching $2,927.
When you compare these figures to the 2010s, when the average annual premium sat closer to $1,000, today’s homeowners are facing costs that are roughly 100% higher than they were a decade ago.
If you want to get the best deal possible on coverage for your home — no matter where you live — you’ll need to comparison-shop multiple home insurance companies.
Normally, shopping around for insurance quotes takes forever and it's a hassle to field multiple phone calls from different insurance agents.
Thanks to OfficialHomeInsurance, those days are over. Now you can find the lowest prices on home insurance online, and you can do it in under 2 minutes.
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Research from the Insurify report highlights that comparison shopping is the most effective way to combat these rising costs, as premiums for the same property can vary by hundreds of dollars depending on the carrier.
The 80% rule: Are you underinsured?
When hunting for a better rate, don't make the mistake of cutting your coverage too thin. Most experts recommend the 80% rule — meaning your home should be insured for at least 80% of its total replacement cost.
If you’re underinsured and file a claim, your insurance company might reduce your payout, leaving you to foot a massive bill out of pocket.
Protect your home and your wallet
Premiums aren't showing signs of slowing down. The longer you wait to switch, the more money you’re leaving on the table.
OfficialHomeInsurance makes it easy to see if you're overpaying. Take a few minutes today to get your home the protection it deserves at a price that actually makes sense.
Shane is a reporter for MoneyWise. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English Language & Literature from Western University and is a graduate of the Algonquin College Scriptwriting program.
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