ZIP 02904 Insurance Data

Providence, Rhode Island · Providence County · 2,171 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,844/yr
+6.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
52.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
6.41%
Avg severity: $15,038
Nonrenewal Rate
1.73%
+82.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 02904 (Providence, RI)

ZIP 02904 (Providence, RI) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,844 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2,171 reported policies. That is 4% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 68th percentile nationally. Compared to the Rhode Island state average of $2,292, this ZIP runs 20% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 02904 is 52.2%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 6.41%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $15,038. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.73% in this ZIP, a rise of 82.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 02904 have risen by 6.9%, ranging from $1,725 to $1,844 with a five-year average of $1,796 — an annualized rate of +1.7% 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 02904 Compares

vs National Average
$1,844 vs $1,776
4% above national avg
vs Rhode Island Average
$1,844 vs $2,292
20% below state avg
National Percentile
68th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,725
2019 $1,792 +3.9%
2020 $1,801 +0.5%
2021 $1,817 +0.9%
2022 $1,844 +1.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,796
Premium Range
$1,725 - $1,844
Annual Change Rate
+1.7% 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 02904?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 02904 (Providence, RI) is $1,844 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +6.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Providence, RI?
Key factors include claims frequency (6.41% in this ZIP), loss ratio (52.2%), and nonrenewal rates (1.73%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 02904 compared to the national average?
ZIP 02904 premiums of $1,844/yr are 4% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 68th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 02904?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 02904 is 1.73%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +82.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 02904 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 02904 have ranged from $1,725 to $1,844, with a 5-year average of $1,796. The annualized change rate is +1.7% per year.
How does ZIP 02904 compare to the Rhode Island state average?
ZIP 02904 has an average premium of $1,844/yr compared to the Rhode Island state average of $2,292/yr. This ZIP is 20% below the state average.

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