Tennessee Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 552 ZIP codes in Tennessee (TN).

Homeowners in Tennessee pay an average of $1,728 per year for home insurance — 3% below the national average of $1,776. That ranks Tennessee as the 27th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums rose by 1.9%; nonrenewal rates climbed by 17.2% over the same period.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Tennessee ranks 40th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (1.33%) ranks 15th 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
$1,728/yr
National avg: $1,776 (-3% below)
Premium Change
+1.9%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
48.3%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
1.33%
+17.2% change

Data Snapshot: Tennessee Homeowners Insurance

Tennessee homeowners paid an average of $1,728 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 552 ZIP codes across the state. That is 3% below the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Tennessee ranks 27th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $1,039 in 37665 to $4,027 in 37350.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums rose by 1.9% in Tennessee, placing the state 40th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 48.3%, 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 1.33%, a climb of 17.2% over the study period (ranking 15th out of 50 states).

Within Tennessee, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (37350 in Lookout Mountain) charges 288% more than the least expensive (37665 in Kingsport), 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: Tennessee

0%150%48%

Tennessee statewide — FIO 2018-2022 average: 48% (Insurer-favorable) — low claim payout — insurer retains a healthy margin.

ZIP Codes Tracked

552

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $1,697 $1,643
2019 $1,693 (-0.2%) $1,643
2020 $1,682 (-0.6%) $1,629
2021 $1,713 (+1.8%) $1,661
2022 $1,728 (+0.9%) $1,677

Average Premium by Year

$1,697
2018
$1,693
2019
$1,682
2020
$1,713
2021
$1,728
2022

All ZIP Codes in Tennessee

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

ZIP City Premium
37350 Lookout Mountain $4,027
37215 Nashville $3,786
38028 Eads $3,671
37205 Nashville $3,637
38139 Germantown $3,593
38120 Memphis $3,455
37027 Brentwood $3,106
37069 Franklin $3,079
37220 Nashville $2,870
37046 College Grove $2,858
38138 Germantown $2,809
38017 Collierville $2,716
37212 Nashville $2,668
38104 Memphis $2,603
37067 Franklin $2,589
37014 Arrington $2,560
38119 Memphis $2,485
37204 Nashville $2,472
38042 Hickory Valley $2,446
38125 Memphis $2,431
38066 Rossville $2,427
38103 Memphis $2,426
38117 Memphis $2,391
37356 Monteagle $2,387
38076 Williston $2,387
38487 Williamsport $2,331
37064 Franklin $2,325
38002 Arlington $2,322
38454 Duck River $2,322
37886 Walland $2,309
38112 Memphis $2,298
37375 Sewanee $2,285
37403 Chattanooga $2,254
38018 Cordova $2,246
38111 Memphis $2,245
38253 Rives $2,244
37919 Knoxville $2,235
37118 Milton $2,223
37078 Hurricane Mills $2,213
38326 Counce $2,211
37149 Readyville $2,205
37377 Signal Mountain $2,197
38016 Cordova $2,183
38582 Silver Point $2,177
38116 Memphis $2,147
38057 Moscow $2,133
38115 Memphis $2,125
38128 Memphis $2,111
38311 Bath Springs $2,108
38024 Dyersburg $2,106

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Tennessee?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Tennessee is $1,728 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 552 ZIP codes. This is 3% below the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Tennessee?
Tennessee homeowners insurance premiums changed by +1.9% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 48.3%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Tennessee?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Tennessee is 37350, with an average premium of $4,027/yr. The most affordable is 37665 at $1,039/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Tennessee homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Tennessee is 1.33%. This rate has changed by +17.2% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 38567 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 12.50%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Tennessee's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Tennessee's average loss ratio is 48.3%. 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 Tennessee?
The average claim frequency in Tennessee is 5.24%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $16,736. 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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