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Insurance Coverage Gap Calculator
Estimate a coverage gap and possible out-of-pocket exposure from replacement cost, current coverage, and deductible.
Result
Estimated coverage gap
$50,000.00
Out-of-pocket exposure estimate
$52,500.00
How to use this calculator
What this calculator does
Estimate a coverage gap and possible out-of-pocket exposure from replacement cost, current coverage, and deductible.
How to use it
Enter your estimated replacement cost, current coverage, and deductible, then review the result, formula, example, and FAQs below. Try a few scenarios to see which inputs move the result most.
What the result means
Use the result as a direct calculation from the values you entered. If it looks off, check the inputs and formula shown on this page.
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Insurance results are estimates for planning and education. They are not insurance, legal, tax, or financial advice, and they do not determine eligibility, pricing, coverage approval, or claim outcomes.
Scenario guidance
When to use this
Use this when reviewing whether a coverage limit appears lower than an estimated replacement cost.
Example scenario
A homeowner is comparing a current dwelling limit with a recent replacement-cost estimate before asking for an insurance review.
Inputs that usually matter most
- Estimated replacement cost, because it represents the possible amount needed.
- Current coverage, which is the policy limit being compared.
- Deductible, because it may still be paid out of pocket even when coverage applies.
Common mistake to avoid
Do not assume replacement cost, market value, policy limit, and claim payout are the same thing.
How to interpret the result
Use the gap and exposure estimate to identify questions for a policy review, then confirm terms, exclusions, limits, and local rules.
Results are estimates only and are not insurance, legal, tax, or financial advice.
Formula
Coverage gap is the amount by which estimated replacement cost exceeds current coverage. The deductible is added to estimate possible out-of-pocket exposure.
Example coverage gap
A $350,000 replacement cost with $300,000 of coverage and a $2,500 deductible gives a $50,000 coverage gap and $52,500 estimated out-of-pocket exposure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this predict my claim payout?
No. Claim payments depend on policy terms, exclusions, limits, deductibles, documentation, insurer decisions, and local rules.
Should replacement cost include inflation?
Use the best current estimate available. Inflation, building costs, and policy endorsements can change the appropriate coverage amount.
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