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flag U.S. home insurance premiums to rise 4% in 2026, reaching $3,057 avg, driven by climate-fueled extreme weather.

flag U.S. home insurance premiums are projected to rise 4% in 2026, reaching an average of $3,057 annually—the fifth consecutive year of increases—driven by escalating losses from severe weather, including tornadoes, hail, wildfires, and flooding. flag Insured losses from storms exceeded $42 billion for three years in a row, far above the 10-year average, with states like Minnesota, Colorado, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Iowa seeing hikes over 20%. flag Florida remains the most expensive state, with premiums near $8,500. flag Many homeowners are cutting expenses or considering dropping coverage, while insurers face growing costs and are pulling back from high-risk areas. flag Climate change is a key factor behind the trend, with extreme weather events increasing in frequency and severity.

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