Arizona Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 325 ZIP codes in Arizona (AZ).

Homeowners in Arizona pay an average of $1,226 per year for home insurance — 31% below the national average of $1,776. That ranks Arizona as the 46th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums rose by 10.7%; nonrenewal rates climbed by 57.0% over the same period.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Arizona ranks 13th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (1.99%) ranks 4th out of 50 — nonrenewal is an early warning indicator of insurer retreat, often tied to disaster risk.

Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office — "Analyses of U.S. Homeowners Insurance Markets, 2018–2022." Premium values are five-year averages across all ZIP-level observations. See methodology for caveats.

Avg Premium
$1,226/yr
National avg: $1,776 (-31% below)
Premium Change
+10.7%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
66.7%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
1.99%
+57.0% change

Data Snapshot: Arizona Homeowners Insurance

Arizona homeowners paid an average of $1,226 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 325 ZIP codes across the state. That is 31% below the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Arizona ranks 46th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $565 in 85141 to $5,028 in 85253.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums rose by 10.7% in Arizona, placing the state 13th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 66.7%, meaning insurers retained a healthy margin after claims, typical of stable markets. Nonrenewal rates — the share of policies insurers decline to extend at expiration — averaged 1.99%, a climb of 57.0% over the study period (ranking 4th out of 50 states).

Within Arizona, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (85253 in Paradise Valley) charges 791% more than the least expensive (85141 in Picacho), reflecting local differences in catastrophe exposure, construction costs, and claims history. The FIO dataset aggregates voluntary reporting from the 40 largest homeowners insurers covering roughly 80% of the U.S. market, so ZIP-level figures represent market averages rather than individual quotes; actual premiums vary with dwelling value, deductible, coverage limits, and insurer-specific underwriting. This page is for educational research only and is not insurance advice — homeowners should obtain quotes from multiple licensed carriers or an independent agent before purchasing or renewing coverage.

Loss Ratio Reading: Arizona

0%150%67%

Arizona statewide — FIO 2018-2022 average: 67% (Healthy) — standard operating range, sustainable for long-run pricing.

ZIP Codes Tracked

325

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $1,107 $1,060
2019 $1,113 (+0.6%) $1,061
2020 $1,138 (+2.2%) $1,090
2021 $1,174 (+3.2%) $1,123
2022 $1,226 (+4.4%) $1,173

Average Premium by Year

$1,107
2018
$1,113
2019
$1,138
2020
$1,174
2021
$1,226
2022

All ZIP Codes in Arizona

325 ZIP codes sorted by premium (highest first). Click column headers to sort.

ZIP City Premium
85253 Paradise Valley $5,028
85262 Scottsdale $3,157
85255 Scottsdale $2,582
85377 Carefree $2,548
85264 Fort Mcdowell $2,446
85259 Scottsdale $2,333
85018 Phoenix $2,296
85266 Scottsdale $2,218
85012 Phoenix $2,129
86336 Sedona $2,068
85927 Greer $1,944
85718 Tucson $1,920
85258 Scottsdale $1,912
85260 Scottsdale $1,867
85016 Phoenix $1,814
85028 Phoenix $1,713
85251 Scottsdale $1,702
85254 Scottsdale $1,700
85268 Fountain Hills $1,695
85331 Cave Creek $1,688
85637 Sonoita $1,681
86338 Skull Valley $1,664
85284 Tempe $1,654
86018 Parks $1,591
85003 Phoenix $1,588
86351 Sedona $1,585
85750 Tucson $1,584
85250 Scottsdale $1,583
85611 Elgin $1,580
85934 Pinedale $1,578
85021 Phoenix $1,571
85013 Phoenix $1,568
85004 Phoenix $1,563
85640 Tumacacori $1,550
86001 Flagstaff $1,542
85020 Phoenix $1,539
85045 Phoenix $1,530
85014 Phoenix $1,517
85048 Phoenix $1,508
85749 Tucson $1,508
85935 Pinetop $1,507
85619 Mount Lemmon $1,502
85054 Phoenix $1,485
85007 Phoenix $1,462
85263 Rio Verde $1,457
85203 Mesa $1,450
85310 Glendale $1,448
85646 Tubac $1,448
85932 Nutrioso $1,441
86305 Prescott $1,441

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Arizona?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Arizona is $1,226 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 325 ZIP codes. This is 31% below the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Arizona?
Arizona homeowners insurance premiums changed by +10.7% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 66.7%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Arizona?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Arizona is 85253, with an average premium of $5,028/yr. The most affordable is 85141 at $565/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Arizona homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Arizona is 1.99%. This rate has changed by +57.0% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 86431 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 8.06%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Arizona's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Arizona's average loss ratio is 66.7%. Ratios above 100% indicate insurers are paying more in claims than they collect, which often leads to premium increases.
How often do homeowners file insurance claims in Arizona?
The average claim frequency in Arizona is 5.89%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $14,146. Higher claim frequency and severity typically correlate with higher premiums.

Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office (FIO) Homeowners Insurance Data (2018-2022). Premiums are ZIP-level averages and may not reflect individual policy costs U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Insurance Office (FIO) Homeowners Insurance Data (2018-2022). Premiums are ZIP-level averages and may not reflect individual policy costs

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