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Written by Taras Trofimov

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Updated October 22, 2026

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Is home insurance becoming costlier in St. John's in 2026?

Yes. Home insurance in 2026 is becoming costlier in St. John's, as part of a broader trend across Newfoundland and Labrador and the Atlantic provinces. The average premium in the Atlantic Provinces went up 8.9% YoY in Q2 and 1.1% versus Q1, as indicated by the Applied Rating Index. On the other hand, the national average went up only 5.8% YoY in Q2 and 0.8% versus Q1.

The outlook on St. John's home insurance premiums in 2026

Home insurance premiums in St. John's are up YoY in 2026, as part of a grander trend for the Atlantic Provinces, and are likely to continue to climb as we head into 2027.

QuarterAlbertaAtlantic
Provinces
OntarioQuebecB.C.Sask. & Man.

Q2 2026

11.9%

8.9%

4.2%

0.7%

1.9%

10.8%

Q1 2026

16.2%

10.8%

6.6%

4.0%

1.6%

11.2%

Q4 2025

13.5%

9.4%

4.3%

6.4%

1.7%

9.0%

Q3 2025

13.1%

7.3%

4.7%

11.2%

4.6%

8.9%

Q2 2025

9.5%

7.0%

5.0%

10.1%

1.0%

9.4%

Q1 2025

3.4%

4.2%

5.7%

9.6%

-5.9%

4.0%

Q4 2024

7.0%

4.5%

8.9%

8.5%

4.7%

7.9%

Q3 2024

5.5%

5.4%

10.4%

5.0%

7.6%

7.7%

Q2 2024

5.9%

7.9%

12.5%

4.7%

10.7%

8.3%

Q1 2024

10.4%

9.2%

12.7%

3.7%

18.3%

12.0%

Note: The percentages listed above are derived from comparing rates from one quarter to the same quarter in the prior year (e.g., Q2 2026 is compared to Q2 2025).

Source: The Applied Rate Index (Q2 2026)

What's driving St. John's home insurance premium increases in 2026?

A recent study by Statistics Canada shows that intensification in extreme weather events in the last six years, combined with an increase in rebuilding costs, have led to significant challenges for insurers across Canada. Here are some highlights:

Factor #1: Extreme weather intensification

Newfoundland has felt the effects of extreme weather firsthand recently. In 2025, the province saw multiple bouts of heavy snow storms during winter and severe droughts during summer, which increased the risk of wildfires. In the fall of that same year, a powerful storm with gusts above 100 km/h resulted in thousands of residents losing power, in addition to causing massive waves that destroyed a road section in St. Vincent's and forced two families to evacuate in Trespassey. In 2022, Hurricane Fiona hit Southwestern Newfoundland and cost over $7 billion in insured damages.

As of now, there are no indications that this upward trend will reverse any time soon. Extreme weather is bound to only get worse in the future, with temperatures and precipitation continuing to increase at a rapid rate.

Factor #2: Surging rebuilding costs

As seen in the recent report by Verisk, residential rebuild costs in Newfoundland went up 27.7% from January 2021 to January 2026. As of 2026 Q1, YoY component costs are 3.8% higher across all of Canada, with B.C. in the lead at 4.7.% YoY and Ontario sitting in the second place at 4.4% YoY.

Furthermore, due to a growing skilled trades shortage — as job vacancies are expected to climb at a rate of 13% between 2026 and 2045 — there’s a high chance that home rebuilding costs will remain elevated as well.

Factor #3: Profitability concerns

All these issues have resulted in profitability concerns and pushed insurers to increase their premiums. According to the study, homeowners’ home and mortgage insurance increased 45% from December 2019 to December 2025, outpacing even the all-items Consumer Price Index (inflation), which went up 21% over that time span.

The outlook is grim, yes, but that doesn't mean that consumers have no options. Comparison shopping is still the best way, by far, to secure a cheap premium. And like all things financial, price shopping should be a habit rather than a once-in-a-blue-moon activity.

 

 

Tips on how to lower the cost of your home insurance policy in St. John’s.

Getting insurance for your home is easier than it may seem. To secure the best price for home insurance in St. John’s, the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada recommends following these steps when shopping for home insurance.

Compare insurance quotes online for homes in St. John’s from various providers.

Ask your broker or agent about bundling your home and car insurance policies.

Ask your broker or agent about which discounts you qualify for.

You might be able to further reduce your by increasing your deductible (the amount you pay toward a claim before your insurance kicks in) and by offering to pay your insurance bill annually instead of monthly.

Increasing your deductible is a great way to save on home insurance in the short term, just make sure you have money reserved for this purpose. Focusing on finding cheap quotes isn’t always a good idea. Having the right amount of coverage — now that should always be the goal.

Factors that determine your home insurance quote in St. John’s.

Your home insurance policy will be customized to suit your needs and the property you’re insuring.

Home insurance premiums are determined by dwelling type (is it a single-detached home, a house with a basement tenant suite, or a condo?). Insurance companies also try to predict the kind and size of claim you might make in the future.

Here are some of the criteria insurance companies look at when calculating your premium.

  • Contents and quality of construction.
  • Distance to a fire hydrant.
  • The age of your roof.
  • The location of your home.
  • The square footage of your home.
  • Your home’s plumbing.
  • Your home’s electrical system.
  • Your insurance claims history.

Your questions about home insurance in St. John's, answered

What perils are specific to St. John's?

Homeowners with comprehensive policies will be covered for perils that result in sudden, unexpected damage. This tends to include things like broken windows, an explosion, a lightning strike or vandalism.

For most home insurance policies, protection against flooding is not included. We recommend that you seriously consider getting additional coverage for flooding.

When doing so, note that insurance companies make a distinction between different types of flooding. So, you’ll want to consider coverage for protection against sewer back-up, overland flooding and tidal flooding – for damage caused by salt water.

When you’re getting an insurance estimate for a home in St. John’s, closely consider the specific flooding coverage you could benefit from.

What perils does home insurance cover in St. John's?

Most comprehensive policies cover perils that are likely to be in an issue in St. John’s. For example, a comprehensive policy will cover damage from wind, which is well-worth considering for any home in Newfoundland.

For homeowners seeking insurance in St. John’s, we also recommend getting additional coverage for flooding.

We recommend this more and more often as extreme weather is increasingly an issue across Canada.

What perils won’t property insurance cover in St. John's?

If you have a broad or basic policy, you’ll have less coverage than a comprehensive policy provides.

With a broad policy, your home and its contents will be protected against perils specifically named in a policy.

A basic policy will protect you against specified perils and against specified perils for your contents.

If you’d like your home to be protected against flooding, earthquakes or any peril that’s named as an exclusion, you’ll have to get additional insurance coverage for your home in St. John’s.

Once you get a quote using our free online tool, you’ll be able to connect with a broker. They’ll answer any questions you have, including any additional coverage you should consider getting for a home in St. John’s.

What kind of home insurance do you need in St. John's?

While the cost of your insurance is influenced in large part by the location of your home, the type of coverage you get is as relevant, if not more.

For example, if you purchase a comprehensive policy and get additional coverage for flooding, the cost of an insurance premium for a home in St. John’s is likely to be higher than the cost of a broad policy for the same home.

With this in mind, there isn’t any particular type of policy that’s best for a specific location. Getting the best coverage at the lowest rate instead depends on the type of policy you’re most comfortable with, including additional endorsements that align with the level of protection you're seeking.

Because of the increasing instances of severe weather across Canada, we recommend that every homeowner seriously consider getting additional coverage for flooding.

Compare available rates from home insurance providers serving St. John’s to find out what premium you’re able to secure.

Once you’ve used our free online quote tool, you’ll be able to connect with a broker who will answer all of your questions for free and make recommendations about how to reduce your costs further.

What can you do to save on home insurance premiums in St. John's?

The fastest and easiest way to save on insurance for your home in St. John’s is to compare quotes.

Our free online quote tool will provide current insurance rates for homes in St. John’s from 50+ of the best providers in Canada.

When using the tool, you’ll see how straightforward it is to customize your policy so that you’re only paying for the coverage you need, nothing more.

Other ways to get affordable home insurance in St. John’s include: bundling your policies so that each is held with the same provider.

You can also take steps to reflect to home insurance providers serving St. John’s that your property and the structures on it are well maintained. For example, you keep up-to-date on general maintenance to the roof and porches.

To reflect to providers that you’re a good risk, you may be able to secure a lower rate if you instal a security alarm as well as take steps toward fire prevention by installing a smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector.

Beyond that, you may be eligible for discounts through an alumni or professional association.

Be sure to check with a broker to find out if you’re taking every step you can to reduce your premium.

What are the best home insurance companies in St. John's?

Because of how many variables go into determining a premium, no single insurance company has the best insurance rates for homes in St. John’s.

Instead, to get a good price, you’ll want to focus on customizing your policy to ensure you’re only paying for the coverage you need, nothing more.

You’ll also want to shop around, comparing quotes from as many insurance providers as possible.

Once you’ve secured a quote you’re happy with, regardless of what company it’s with, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss the details of the policy with a broker.

At that point, you can ask any questions you wish and receive free recommendations on savings opportunities.

By speaking with a broker, you’ll be able to confirm that the coverage you’ve selected aligns with the coverage you want. If you’re looking for the most amount of protection, you’re likely to end up with a comprehensive policy plus additional coverage for protection against things like flooding.

If you’re more cost-conscious and don’t necessarily have a lot of expensive belongings that you wish to protect, you may be content with a broad or basic policy.

By tailoring the policy and applying tested and true savings tactics like bundling or increasing your deductible, you’ll be able to bring down your insurance costs.

What if I own a condo or rent? Can I still buy property insurance online?

Yes, absolutely. Home insurance is available for any type of home – whether it’s a detached or semi-detached house, a condo, a townhouse or an apartment you rent.

Your best bet for getting cheap home insurance in St. John’s is to start by comparison shopping, looking at the range of quotes available from multiple providers to find the best coverage at the lowest rate.

Once you receive an insurance premium for your home in St. John’s that you’re happy with, you’ll be able to connect with a broker who can help you customize the policy further and potentially bring down your rate.

Taras Trofimov

Taras Trofimov

About the Author

Taras is the Content Manager for LowestRates.ca. He has produced thought leadership content for organizations like Constellation Software, Facebook and Yellow Pages as well as outlets like The Globe and Mail, Autoblog and MSN Autos.

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*Shoppers in Canada who obtained a home insurance quote on LowestRates.ca from January to December 2023 saved an average of 32% The average savings percentage represents the difference between the shoppers’ average lowest quoted premium and the average of the second and third lowest quoted premiums generated by LowestRates.ca. Excludes condo and tenant insurance.