Estimated premiums for all four major property insurance types, plus FEMA flood zone breakdowns for Des Moines.
About These Estimates
These figures are estimates only, derived from publicly available data sources for Des Moines 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.
Estimates are annualized and based on the median home value of $240,019 in Des Moines. Actual premiums will vary based on individual risk factors.
Standard HO-3 policies typically exclude damage from earthquakes and may have restrictions regarding wildfires. Supplemental policies may be required.
Des Moines 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.
Estimated premiums under FEMA's NFIP Risk Rating 2.0 vary by property-specific flood exposure, elevation certificate, and coverage level.
The estimated annual homeowners insurance premium for a median-priced home ($240,019) in Des Moines, IA is approximately $849/year ($71/month). This estimate is based on local HO-3 policy rates from Safe Rate's geographic insurance dataset.
Most of Des Moines, IA 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.
Detailed FEMA flood zone data for Des Moines, IA is available on Safe Rate's insurance and flood risk page.
The estimated annual NFIP flood insurance premium for a median-priced home in Des Moines, IA is approximately $331/year. Actual premiums under FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0 vary by property-specific flood exposure, elevation certificate, and coverage level.
Standard homeowners insurance does not cover earthquake damage. For a median-priced home in Des Moines, IA, an earthquake insurance supplement is estimated to cost approximately $4/year. The exact premium depends on the property's age, construction type, and soil conditions.
For most properties in Des Moines, IA, basic fire damage is covered by a standard homeowners insurance (HO-3) policy, and specialized, high-risk wildfire supplements are not typically required.
Flood risk data and FEMA flood zone maps for Des Moines, IA are available on Safe Rate to help you understand your property's exposure to flooding.