Workers comp rates for code 1654: Phosphate Mining
NCCI class code 1654 covers Phosphate Mining in the mining industry. The median rate across 18 states is $2.13 per $100 payroll. Rates range from $0.740 in Utah to $5.14 in Hawaii.
Also known as: Phosphate Rock Mining
Most expensive 5 states
- Hawaii $5.14
- Nevada $3.48
- Rhode Island $3.31
- Louisiana $3.00
- Indiana $2.55
Code 1654 rates in all 18 states
| State | Code | Rate per $100 | vs peers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 1654 | $0.740 | 6% | view |
| Kansas | 1654 | $1.10 | 11% | view |
| Kentucky | 1654 | $1.25 | 17% | view |
| Virginia | 1654 | $1.48 | 22% | view |
| Minnesota | 1654 | $1.72 | 28% | view |
| Oklahoma | 1654 | $1.74 | 33% | view |
| Tennessee | 1654 | $1.80 | 39% | view |
| Alabama | 1654 | $1.84 | 44% | view |
| Oregon | 1654 | $2.06 | 50% | view |
| Maryland | 1654 | $2.13 | 56% | view |
| Illinois | 1654 | $2.33 | 61% | view |
| Alaska | 1654 | $2.33 | 67% | view |
| Arkansas | 1654 | $2.39 | 72% | view |
| Indiana | 1654 | $2.55 | 78% | view |
| Louisiana | 1654 | $3.00 | 83% | view |
| Rhode Island | 1654 | $3.31 | 89% | view |
| Nevada | 1654 | $3.48 | 94% | view |
| Hawaii | 1654 | $5.14 | 100% | view |
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FAQs about NCCI 1654
What occupation is NCCI class code 1654?
Class code 1654 is "Phosphate Mining" (also known as Phosphate Rock Mining), in the mining industry. The code is filed in 18 states.
What is the average workers comp rate for code 1654?
The median rate across 18 states is $2.13 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.740 (Utah) to $5.14 (Hawaii).
Why does code 1654 cost more in some states than others?
Workers comp rates reflect each state's loss experience for that occupation, the rating bureau's methodology (NCCI vs. independent), schedule rating credits, and the state's medical-cost inflation. Some states are monopolistic (only the state fund writes coverage) while others are open competitive markets.