Wyoming Homeowners Insurance

U.S. Treasury FIO data for 85 ZIP codes in Wyoming (WY).

Homeowners in Wyoming pay an average of $1,902 per year for home insurance — 7% above the national average of $1,776. That ranks Wyoming as the 19th most expensive state out of 51 for homeowners insurance. Between 2018 and 2022, premiums rose by 10.9%.

On five-year premium growth (2018–2022), Wyoming ranks 12th out of 51 states. Its nonrenewal rate (0.83%) ranks 40th 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
$1,902/yr
National avg: $1,776 (+7% above)
Premium Change
+10.9%
2018-2022 change
Avg Loss Ratio
38.7%
Claims paid vs premiums earned
Nonrenewal Rate
0.83%
+0.3% change

Data Snapshot: Wyoming Homeowners Insurance

Wyoming homeowners paid an average of $1,902 per year for home insurance based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 85 ZIP codes across the state. That is 7% above the national average of $1,776 per year reported by the Federal Insurance Office. Wyoming ranks 19th most expensive out of 51 states and territories on annual premium, with ZIP-level observations ranging from $986 in 82901 to $11,196 in 83025.

Between 2018 and 2022, average premiums rose by 10.9% in Wyoming, placing the state 12th nationally on five-year premium growth. The state-level loss ratio averaged 38.7%, 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 0.83%, a climb of 0.3% over the study period (ranking 40th out of 50 states).

Within Wyoming, premium dispersion across ZIP codes is substantial: the most expensive ZIP (83025 in Teton Village) charges 1035% more than the least expensive (82901 in Rock Springs), 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: Wyoming

0%150%39%

Wyoming statewide — FIO 2018-2022 average: 39% (Insurer-favorable) — low claim payout — insurer retains a healthy margin.

ZIP Codes Tracked

85

Reporting Period

2018-2022

Source

U.S. Treasury FIO

Premium Trends (2018-2022)

Year Avg Premium Median Premium
2018 $1,716 $1,535
2019 $1,736 (+1.1%) $1,554
2020 $1,794 (+3.4%) $1,562
2021 $1,851 (+3.2%) $1,652
2022 $1,902 (+2.7%) $1,667

Average Premium by Year

$1,716
2018
$1,736
2019
$1,794
2020
$1,851
2021
$1,902
2022

All ZIP Codes in Wyoming

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

ZIP City Premium
83025 Teton Village $11,196
83014 Wilson $6,186
83001 Jackson $4,703
83414 Alta $3,206
82054 Carpenter $2,785
82833 Big Horn $2,654
82053 Burns $2,538
82009 Cheyenne $2,527
82201 Wheatland $2,288
82082 Pine Bluffs $2,262
82727 Rozet $2,257
82212 Fort Laramie $2,194
82832 Banner $2,174
82922 Bondurant $2,146
82732 Wright $2,125
82721 Moorcroft $2,105
82633 Douglas $2,103
83128 Alpine $2,103
82842 Story $2,098
82718 Gillette $2,069
82730 Upton $2,051
82729 Sundance $2,046
82701 Newcastle $2,034
82223 Lingle $2,028
82007 Cheyenne $2,014
82240 Torrington $2,009
82213 Glendo $2,005
82001 Cheyenne $2,005
83120 Freedom $1,992
82720 Hulett $1,970
82716 Gillette $1,956
82225 Lusk $1,937
82637 Glenrock $1,822
82214 Guernsey $1,815
82513 Dubois $1,780
82055 Centennial $1,750
82070 Laramie $1,719
82609 Casper $1,714
82442 Ten Sleep $1,695
82072 Laramie $1,692
82636 Evansville $1,688
83112 Bedford $1,675
82801 Sheridan $1,667
82601 Casper $1,654
82834 Buffalo $1,645
82620 Alcova $1,619
82604 Casper $1,611
82839 Ranchester $1,575
82331 Saratoga $1,563
82836 Dayton $1,557

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average homeowners insurance cost in Wyoming?
The average homeowners insurance premium in Wyoming is $1,902 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO data covering 85 ZIP codes. This is 7% above the national average of $1,776.
How have insurance premiums changed in Wyoming?
Wyoming homeowners insurance premiums changed by +10.9% between 2018 and 2022. The average loss ratio is 38.7%, meaning insurers pay out that percentage of earned premiums in claims.
Which ZIP code has the most expensive insurance in Wyoming?
The most expensive ZIP code for homeowners insurance in Wyoming is 83025, with an average premium of $11,196/yr. The most affordable is 82901 at $986/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate for Wyoming homeowners insurance?
The average nonrenewal rate in Wyoming is 0.83%. This rate has changed by +0.3% from 2018 to 2022. Nonrenewals occur when an insurer declines to renew an existing policy at expiration. ZIP 82334 has the highest nonrenewal rate in the state at 3.96%.
What is a loss ratio and what does Wyoming's mean?
A loss ratio measures how much an insurer pays out in claims compared to premiums collected. Wyoming's average loss ratio is 38.7%. 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 Wyoming?
The average claim frequency in Wyoming is 3.42%, meaning that percentage of policies result in a claim each year. The average claim severity (cost per claim) is $23,911. 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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