J L Jones Insurance Services, LLC
1111 Gateway Loop, Springfield, OR 97477
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1111 Gateway Loop, Springfield, OR 97477
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105 West Q Street, Springfield, OR 97477
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The average cost of home insurance in Springfield is $2,475 per year or about $206 per month for a policy with $300,000 in dwelling coverage. This is 4% cheaper than Missouri's state average but roughly 41% higher than the national average due to tornado and severe storm risks. Your actual rate depends on your credit score, claims history, home age, and specific location within Springfield.
Yes, standard homeowners insurance policies cover tornado damage to your home and belongings. However, you'll likely have a separate wind and hail deductible that's higher than your regular deductible—often 1% to 5% of your dwelling coverage. Make sure you understand your specific deductible and whether you have replacement cost or depreciated value coverage for your roof, as this significantly affects your out-of-pocket costs after storm damage.
Standard homeowners insurance does not cover basement flooding from external water sources like heavy rain or groundwater seepage. It only covers water damage from internal sources like burst pipes. Since basement flooding from severe thunderstorms is common in the Ozarks, many Springfield homeowners purchase separate flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program or private insurers, which typically costs a few hundred dollars annually.
Missouri home insurance rates increased by about 23% from 2023 to 2024, with some insurers raising rates by 30% or more. The increases are driven by Springfield's location in Tornado Alley, where the area experiences frequent tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, and hail damage. Insurance companies are also paying out more in claims due to rising construction costs and increasingly severe weather events, which they offset by raising premiums and increasing deductibles.
Replacement cost coverage pays to replace your damaged roof with a new one regardless of age, while actual cash value coverage factors in depreciation based on your roof's age and condition. If you have a 15-year-old roof destroyed by hail, replacement cost gives you a new roof, but actual cash value might only cover half the cost after depreciation. Many Missouri insurers are shifting to actual cash value coverage, so verify which type you have—it can mean a difference of $10,000 or more after a major storm.
The most effective way to lower your rate is improving your credit score, which can save over $3,400 annually in Missouri. Also shop around—rates vary widely between insurers, with some charging $1,872 while others exceed $2,500 for similar coverage. Bundle your home and auto insurance for 15-25% savings, raise your standard deductible, and ask about discounts for security systems, newer roofs, or home age. Just avoid skimping on wind and hail coverage given Springfield's storm risks.
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