ZIP 02657 Insurance Data

Provincetown, Massachusetts · Barnstable County · 117 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$4,678/yr
+30.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
8.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.87%
Avg severity: $22,056
Nonrenewal Rate
3.74%
+50.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 02657 (Provincetown, MA)

ZIP 02657 (Provincetown, MA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $4,678 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 117 reported policies. That is 163% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 98th percentile nationally. Compared to the Massachusetts state average of $2,294, this ZIP runs 104% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 02657 is 8.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.87%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $22,056. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 3.74% in this ZIP, a rise of 50.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 02657 have risen by 30.2%, ranging from $3,594 to $4,678 with a five-year average of $4,034 — an annualized rate of +6.8% per year. FIO data aggregates voluntary reporting from the 40 largest homeowners insurers, covering roughly 80% of the U.S. market, so figures represent market averages rather than individual policy quotes; your own premium will vary with dwelling value, deductible, coverage limits, construction type, and insurer-specific underwriting. This page is educational research only and is not insurance advice — homeowners should request quotes from multiple licensed carriers or an independent agent before purchasing or renewing coverage.

How ZIP 02657 Compares

vs National Average
$4,678 vs $1,776
163% above national avg
vs Massachusetts Average
$4,678 vs $2,294
104% above state avg
National Percentile
98th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $3,594
2019 $3,647 +1.5%
2020 $3,840 +5.3%
2021 $4,408 +14.8%
2022 $4,678 +6.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$4,034
Premium Range
$3,594 - $4,678
Annual Change Rate
+6.8% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is homeowners insurance in ZIP 02657?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 02657 (Provincetown, MA) is $4,678 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +30.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Provincetown, MA?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.87% in this ZIP), loss ratio (8.8%), and nonrenewal rates (3.74%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 02657 compared to the national average?
ZIP 02657 premiums of $4,678/yr are 163% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 98th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 02657?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 02657 is 3.74%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +50.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 02657 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 02657 have ranged from $3,594 to $4,678, with a 5-year average of $4,034. The annualized change rate is +6.8% per year.
How does ZIP 02657 compare to the Massachusetts state average?
ZIP 02657 has an average premium of $4,678/yr compared to the Massachusetts state average of $2,294/yr. This ZIP is 104% above the state average.

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