Georgia Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 630 ZIP codes in Georgia (GA).

Homeowners in Georgia pay an average of $1,769 per year for home insurance — 0% below the national average of $1,776. That ranks Georgia as the 24th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums rose by 5.3%; nonrenewal rates climbed by 46.1% over the same period.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Georgia ranks 28th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (1.47%) ranks 12th 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
$1,769/yr
National avg: $1,776 (-0% below)
Premium Change
+5.3%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
43.4%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
1.47%
+46.1% change

Data Snapshot: Georgia Homeowners Insurance

Georgia homeowners paid an average of $1,769 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 630 ZIP codes across the state. That is 0% below the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Georgia ranks 24th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $1,153 in 31647 to $25,848 in 31561.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums rose by 5.3% in Georgia, placing the state 28th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 43.4%, 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 1.47%, a climb of 46.1% over the study period (ranking 12th out of 50 states).

Within Georgia, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (31561 in Sea Island) charges 2142% more than the least expensive (31647 in Sparks), 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: Georgia

0%150%43%

Georgia statewide — FIO 2018-2022 average: 43% (Insurer-favorable) — low claim payout — insurer retains a healthy margin.

ZIP Codes Tracked

630

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $1,680 $1,575
2019 $1,720 (+2.4%) $1,613
2020 $1,735 (+0.9%) $1,617
2021 $1,731 (-0.2%) $1,610
2022 $1,769 (+2.2%) $1,635

Average Premium by Year

$1,680
2018
$1,720
2019
$1,735
2020
$1,731
2021
$1,769
2022

All ZIP Codes in Georgia

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

ZIP City Premium
31561 Sea Island $25,848
30327 Atlanta $5,831
31411 Savannah $4,590
30305 Atlanta $4,405
31328 Tybee Island $4,350
31522 Saint Simons Island $3,866
30309 Atlanta $3,838
30342 Atlanta $3,626
31527 Jekyll Island $3,478
31401 Savannah $3,360
30350 Atlanta $3,305
31410 Savannah $2,983
30328 Atlanta $2,933
30339 Atlanta $2,886
30306 Atlanta $2,868
30552 Lakemont $2,700
30319 Atlanta $2,642
30097 Duluth $2,635
30750 Lookout Mountain $2,633
30642 Greensboro $2,601
30004 Alpharetta $2,566
30308 Atlanta $2,508
31406 Savannah $2,504
30307 Atlanta $2,488
30068 Marietta $2,473
30022 Alpharetta $2,469
30075 Roswell $2,467
30338 Atlanta $2,431
31405 Savannah $2,420
30326 Atlanta $2,401
30324 Atlanta $2,393
30067 Marietta $2,393
30005 Alpharetta $2,380
30331 Atlanta $2,300
31829 Upatoi $2,298
30576 Tiger $2,282
30087 Stone Mountain $2,271
30345 Atlanta $2,249
30678 White Plains $2,231
30092 Peachtree Corners $2,223
30024 Suwanee $2,187
30290 Tyrone $2,175
30076 Roswell $2,169
30205 Brooks $2,165
30215 Fayetteville $2,155
31324 Richmond Hill $2,153
30311 Atlanta $2,153
30214 Fayetteville $2,143
30038 Lithonia $2,128
31626 Boston $2,115

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Georgia?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Georgia is $1,769 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 630 ZIP codes. This is 0% below the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Georgia?
Georgia homeowners insurance premiums changed by +5.3% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 43.4%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Georgia?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Georgia is 31561, with an average premium of $25,848/yr. The most affordable is 31647 at $1,153/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Georgia homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Georgia is 1.47%. This rate has changed by +46.1% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 30228 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 6.17%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Georgia's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Georgia's average loss ratio is 43.4%. 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 Georgia?
The average claim frequency in Georgia is 5.47%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $13,898. 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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