Fact CheckedNerdy takeaways
Chubb is the top-rated insurer in Delaware, offering the best coverage for high-value homes.
Amica has the best digital tools.
State Farm offers the best value for Delaware homeowners.
Cincinnati Insurance draws the fewest consumer complaints.
USAA is our top pick for military families.
Delaware homeowners shopping for a policy with affordable rates can choose from several top-rated insurers. The best home insurance in Delaware varies depending on your home and what matters most to you in an insurer.
Note: Some insurance companies included in this article may have made changes in their underwriting practices and no longer issue new policies in your state. Even if an insurer serves your state, it may not write policies for all homes in all areas.
The best home insurance in Delaware
Best coverage for high-value homes
Chubb
- Far fewer consumer complaints than expected for a company of its size.
- Standard coverage includes features that many companies offer only as extras.
- Perks to help you protect your home.
- Most consumers can't get a quote online and will instead need to contact a local agent.
Why it’s worth a look: Chubb’s policies for high-value homes include generous coverage and lots of perks. For example, they cover damage from water that backs up into your home. (This insurance usually costs extra from other companies.) They also include a service called HomeScan, which uses infrared technology to look for problems behind your walls.
Standout feature: Chubb policyholders with secondary or seasonal homes in Delaware can use the company’s Property Manager service at no charge. With this service, a Chubb representative will check your home after a hurricane and report its condition to you. They can also help prevent further damage and submit a claim on your behalf.
Average rates: Not available.
» READ MORE: Chubb homeowners insurance review
Best digital tools
Amica
- High customer satisfaction ratings and low consumer complaints.
- Platinum Choice package offers extra coverage.
- Dividend policies can return a portion of your premiums.
- You can start a quote online but may have to finish the buying process by phone.
Why it’s worth a look: You can use Amica’s website to file and track claims, pay bills, and upload documents. The company also offers plenty of information about its policies, including FAQs. Live chat representatives are available seven days a week.
Standout feature: If you want a little more coverage, consider the Platinum Choice Home package. It includes extra coverage for your home and valuable belongings.
Average rates: Not available.
» READ MORE: Amica homeowners insurance review
Best value
State Farm
- User-friendly website.
- Agents offer personalized service.
- Policies generally include extra coverage for your home’s structure.
- Below average for claim satisfaction in a recent J.D. Power study.
Why it’s worth a look: State Farm had the most affordable rates of all our top companies in Delaware. But State Farm’s low prices don’t mean you have to sacrifice coverage. Its policies generally include extra coverage in case it costs more than expected to rebuild your home.
Standout feature: Unlike many other home insurers, State Farm won’t ask what breed of dog you own when deciding whether to offer you a policy. Because homeowners policies cover liability claims related to dog bites, some companies won’t insure homes with breeds they consider dangerous. State Farm will insure any breed.
Average rates: Below are the average annual rates for a range of dwelling coverage limits.
Dwelling coverage amount | Average annual rate |
|---|---|
$300,000 | $1,025 |
$400,000 | $1,250 |
$500,000 | $1,515 |
$600,000 | $1,745 |
$700,000 | $1,975 |
» READ MORE: State Farm homeowners insurance review
Fewest complaints
Cincinnati Insurance
- Various coverage options.
- Far fewer complaints than expected for a company of its size.
- Coverage available for higher-value homes.
- No online quotes.
- Very little information on website.
Why it’s worth a look: Cincinnati Insurance had one of the lowest rates of consumer complaints among all the companies we review. This suggests that most of its policyholders are happy with their coverage.
Standout feature: The company values environmental sustainability and works out of a LEED-certified headquarters in Fairfield, Ohio. You may be able to add a “green upgrade” endorsement to your policy. This add-on will pay to repair or rebuild your home with eco-friendly materials after a claim.
Average rates: Not available.
» READ MORE: Cincinnati homeowners insurance review
Best for military families
USAA
- Policies include standard coverage that often costs extra elsewhere.
- Fewer customer complaints to state regulators than expected for a company of its size.
- Perks for military homeowners.
- Available only to active military members, veterans, some federal employees and their families.
Why it’s worth a look: USAA sells homeowners insurance to active military, veterans, some federal workers and their families. The company serves this community with deductible-free coverage for military uniforms and equipment. If you rent out your home while you’re deployed, consider USAA’s home-sharing or landlord coverage.
Standout feature: USAA’s policies include identity theft coverage to help you recover after a cyber incident. Many companies charge extra for this coverage.
Average rates: Not available.
» READ MORE: USAA homeowners insurance review
Other top home insurance companies in Delaware
These home insurance providers are also worth a look.
Company | NerdWallet star rating | Average annual rate |
|---|---|---|
$2,345 | ||
Not available | ||
$1,425 |
How much does homeowners insurance cost in Delaware?
The average cost of homeowners insurance in Delaware is $1,905 per year, or about $159 per month. That's 37% less expensive than the national average of $3,005 per year for the same amount of coverage.
These rates are based on a sample home insurance policy with $500,000 in dwelling coverage, $300,000 in liability coverage, a $1,000 deductible and no recent claims.
Did you know...
The dwelling coverage limit on your policy should be the amount it would take to rebuild your home, based on the cost of labor and construction in your area. It won't necessarily be the price you paid for the house or how much you could sell it for now. Use our calculator to estimate your home's rebuilding cost.
The median rebuilding cost for Delaware homes is $545,805, according to data from First Street, a climate risk modeling firm.
Below are the average rates for policies with various dwelling coverage limits.
Dwelling coverage amount | Average annual rate |
|---|---|
$300,000 | $1,055 |
$400,000 | $1,365 |
$500,000 | $1,905 |
$600,000 | $2,360 |
$700,000 | $2,725 |
The rates above are for homeowners with good credit. In Delaware, policyholders with poor credit pay an average of $3,865 per year — more than twice as much.
Average cost of homeowners insurance in Delaware by city
The amount you pay will vary depending on where you live in the state. For example, the average cost of homeowners insurance in Milford is $2,090 per year, while Wilmington homeowners pay $1,515 per year, on average.
City | Average annual rate | Average monthly rate |
|---|---|---|
Bridgeville | $2,030 | $169 |
Clayton | $1,725 | $144 |
Delaware City | $1,510 | $126 |
Delmar | $2,170 | $181 |
Dover | $1,930 | $161 |
Felton | $1,930 | $161 |
Frederica | $1,930 | $161 |
Georgetown | $2,030 | $169 |
Harrington | $1,750 | $146 |
Laurel | $2,170 | $181 |
Lewes | $2,515 | $210 |
Middletown | $1,515 | $126 |
Milford | $2,090 | $174 |
Millsboro | $2,350 | $196 |
Millville | $2,480 | $207 |
Milton | $2,130 | $178 |
New Castle | $1,730 | $144 |
Newark | $1,510 | $126 |
Ocean View | $2,580 | $215 |
Rehoboth Beach | $2,670 | $223 |
Seaford | $2,155 | $180 |
Selbyville | $2,640 | $220 |
Smyrna | $1,575 | $131 |
Townsend | $1,500 | $125 |
Wilmington | $1,515 | $126 |
The cheapest home insurance in Delaware
Here are the insurers we found with the cheapest rates for a variety of dwelling coverage limits.
Company
NerdWallet star rating
Average annual rate
Cumberland Mutual
Not rated
$830
$840
$1,025
$1,030
$1,405
Company
NerdWallet star rating
Average annual rate
$1,075
Cumberland Mutual
Not rated
$1,095
$1,250
$1,365
$1,790
Company
NerdWallet star rating
Average annual rate
Cumberland Mutual
Not rated
$1,360
$1,425
$1,515
$1,930
$2,255
Company
NerdWallet star rating
Average annual rate
Cumberland Mutual
Not rated
$1,605
$1,660
$1,745
$2,495
$2,645
Company
NerdWallet star rating
Average annual rate
Cumberland Mutual
Not rated
$1,850
$1,910
$1,975
$3,045
$3,065
Common discounts
Make sure to ask your home insurance company about any discounts you may be eligible for. Here are some of the most common:
Many insurers offer savings if you buy more than one policy, such as home and car insurance. See our picks for the best home and auto insurance bundles.
Got a burglar alarm, smoke detectors or a smart device that alerts you if you have a leak? Safety and security features like these could earn you a discount.
Sign up for paperless billing or set your premiums to autopay, and you could get a discount.
Many insurance companies give discounts to customers who’ve gone a certain number of years without filing a home insurance claim.
Some insurers offer discounts to new policyholders or reward those who’ve stuck around for a while.
Teachers, doctors, members of the military and others may be eligible for discounts from certain insurers.
Learn more about common home insurance discounts.
Common Delaware home insurance problems
Before shopping for a policy, Delaware homeowners should be aware of a few problems that are common to the state.
Severe weather. Delaware sees frequent storms, including tropical storms, thunderstorms and nor’easters. These storms can bring strong winds that could topple trees and coastal storm surges that flood homes. Homeowners policies usually offer coverage for wind damage but not flooding. Your policy might also have separate deductibles for hurricane or wind claims.
Flooding. Because Delaware sits on the coast and has the lowest average land elevation of any U.S. state, it’s more likely to flood. Standard homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage, so consider buying flood insurance. While you can get coverage at any time, there’s often a 30-day waiting period before it takes effect.
To check your flood risk, start with the federal government’s flood maps. However, these maps don’t always capture all types of flood risk. You may want to check another source such as First Street, a company that models climate hazards. Enter your address at the top of the page to see your home’s flood risk rating.
Common optional coverage
A standard homeowners policy can sometimes fall short, so it's worth looking for ways to make it more comprehensive. For example, we recommend asking if your insurer offers extended or guaranteed replacement cost coverage for your home. These add-ons give you extra dwelling coverage in case it costs more than you expect to rebuild your home after a disaster. Having this coverage can be a useful hedge against inflation.
Here are a few additional types of coverage you may want to buy.
Floods are the most common weather disaster in the U.S. and can happen anywhere, not just coastal areas. You can buy flood insurance through the federal government or from private companies. Learn whether you need flood insurance.
Homeowners policies generally won’t cover damage if a drain backs up into your home or your sump pump fails. Adding water backup coverage can help with these issues.
Homeowners policies may cover your stuff on an actual cash value or replacement cost basis. With actual cash value, the policy will pay less for older items that have lost value over time. To get enough of a claim payout to buy brand-new items, opt for replacement cost coverage.
If you have expensive jewelry, fine art or other valuables, you may need extra insurance for them. Learn more about scheduled personal property coverage.
Service line coverage pays to fix damaged water, gas, sewer or other underground lines on your property.
If your HVAC system or another major appliance fails, equipment breakdown coverage can help pay for repairs.
Delaware FAIR Plan
Delaware’s FAIR Plan was created by the state legislature to help insure residents having trouble finding homeowners coverage. To determine eligibility, your property might have to undergo an inspection.
Coverage limits for homeowners policies are capped at $500,000 total for your home and belongings. You can work with a licensed agent to get a policy or apply directly.
FAIR Plan coverage can be limited, so pay close attention to your policy details. For instance, Delaware's FAIR plan covers only specified perils such as fire and vandalism.
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Answer a few questions to see custom quotes and find the right policy for you.Delaware Department of Insurance
The Delaware Department of Insurance regulates the state’s insurance industry. Its website provides consumer education and acts as a resource. If you need to file a complaint against your insurer, you can do so on the agency's website. You can also reach out with questions at 800-282-8611 or consumer@delaware.gov.
How we review home insurance
Our editorial team considers these factors when rating homeowners insurance companies:
This part of our star rating is based largely on consumer complaints to state regulators, as reported by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. When available, we also include each company’s performance in the most recent J.D. Power Home Insurance Study. Other factors in our consumer experience score include customer-friendly features such as online claims filing and quotes.
We use AM Best and Demotech ratings to confirm each insurer’s long-term financial stability and ability to pay claims.
Companies score higher if they offer many common endorsements and include more comprehensive coverage in their standard plans. In particular, we look at features such as extended coverage for the structure of your home and replacement cost coverage for personal belongings.
We evaluate how many of the most common home insurance discounts each company offers.
See our complete homeowners insurance rating methodology.
Frequently asked questions
Homeowners insurance isn't legally required in Delaware. However, your mortgage lender may require you to buy it. For more information, read Is Homeowners Insurance Required?
There are several ways to save money on home insurance in Delaware:
Shop around to make sure you’re getting the best rate.
Choose a higher deductible. In case of any claims, you’ll pay more out of pocket, but your premiums will be lower.
Bundle your home and auto insurance for a lower overall rate. See the best home and auto insurance bundles.
Ask your insurer if you qualify for any home insurance discounts.
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- 1.The Delaware Geological Survey. Natural Hazards in Delaware. Accessed Mar 19, 2026.
- 2.Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. Floods: Are You Prepared?. Accessed Mar 19, 2026.
Star rating methodology
NerdWallet’s homeowners insurance ratings reward companies for customer-first features and practices. Ratings are based on weighted averages of scores in several categories, including financial strength, consumer complaints, coverage, discounts, claims process and website functionality. These ratings are a guide, but we encourage you to shop around and compare several insurance quotes to find the best rate for you. NerdWallet does not receive compensation for any reviews or star ratings.
Here’s how we weighted each category to come up with our list of the best home insurance companies:
Consumer experience (40%).
Financial strength (30%).
Coverage (25%).
Discounts (5%).
Read our full home insurance ratings methodology for more details.
Homeowners insurance rates methodology
NerdWallet calculated median rates for 40-year-old homeowners from various insurance companies in ZIP codes across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. All rates are rounded to the nearest $5.
Sample homeowners were nonsmokers with good credit living in a single-family, two-story home built in 1984. They had a $1,000 deductible and the following coverage limits:
$500,000 in dwelling coverage.
$50,000 in other structures coverage.
$250,000 in personal property coverage.
$100,000 in loss of use coverage.
$300,000 in liability coverage.
$1,000 in medical payments coverage.
We made minor changes to the sample policy in cases where rates for the above coverage limits or deductibles weren’t available.
In states where credit is a rating factor, we changed the credit tier from “good” to “poor,” as reported to the insurer, to see rates for homeowners with poor credit.
In select states, we added a single wind damage claim to see rates for homeowners with a claim on their record.
These are sample rates generated through Quadrant Information Services. Your own rates will be different.
Complaint methodology
NerdWallet examined complaints received by state insurance regulators and reported to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners in 2022-2024. To assess how insurers compare with one another, the NAIC calculates a complaint index each year for each subsidiary, measuring its share of total complaints relative to its size, or share of total premiums in the industry. To evaluate a company’s complaint history, NerdWallet calculated a similar index for each insurer, weighted by market shares of each subsidiary, over the three-year period.
NerdWallet conducts its data analysis and reaches conclusions independently and without the endorsement of the NAIC. Ratios are determined separately for auto, home (including renters and condo) and life insurance.
Rebuilding cost methodology
The median home rebuilding cost referenced above is based on 2025 replacement cost data from First Street, a climate risk modeling firm. Actual replacement costs may vary based on factors like location, square footage, construction materials, the age of your home and local labor costs.
