ZIP 07740 · Monmouth County

Long Branch, NJ Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 07740, Long Branch, New Jersey.

60.8%
Loss ratio
1.16%
Nonrenewal rate
#33 of 561
New Jersey rank
2,269
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 07740 (Long Branch, NJ) homeowners insurance averages $3,091/yr, 95th percentile nationally, 74% above the U.S. norm.

$3,091
Avg premium (2022)
+74%
vs U.S. average
+11.1%
since 2018
95th
national percentile

According to U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data. How we calculate the percentile and national comparison: methodology.

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,091/yr
+11.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
60.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.61%
Avg severity: $52,016
Nonrenewal Rate
1.16%
+565.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 07740 (Long Branch, NJ)

ZIP 07740 (Long Branch, NJ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,091 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2,269 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 74% above that mark and lands in the 95th national percentile. Compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858, this ZIP runs 66% above, ranking #33 of 561 tracked ZIPs in New Jersey by premium. The closest-priced peer within New Jersey is Strathmere (ZIP 08248) at $3,072, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

With a loss ratio of 60.8%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in ZIP 07740. About 3.61% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $52,016. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 1.16% in this ZIP, a rise of 565.3% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 07740 premiums risen 11.1%, spanning $2,783 to $3,091 (five-year average: $2,952), an annualized rate of +2.7% per year.

How to read these numbers

The figures on this page come from the U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office, which collects homeowners insurance premium and claims data directly from the largest property insurers in the country. Because the data is aggregated at the ZIP-code level and averaged across many policies, it describes the typical cost in an area rather than a quote for any single home. Two houses on the same street can pay very different premiums depending on their age, construction type, roof condition, prior claims, and the specific coverage limits and deductibles the homeowner selects. The loss ratio shows how much of every premium dollar insurers paid back out as claims; a ratio above one means carriers lost money locally, which often precedes rate increases or carrier exits. Rising nonrenewal and claim frequency reveal how stressed the local market has become. Use these figures to gauge the direction and scale of costs in your area, then request quotes from several licensed carriers before buying or renewing a policy. 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 07740 Compares

vs National Average
$3,091 vs $1,776
74% above national avg
vs New Jersey Average
$3,091 vs $1,858
66% above state avg
National Percentile
95th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 07740, 2018–2022

$2,700$2,800$2,900$3,000$3,100$3,200 20182019202020212022 $3,091
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 07740.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,783 -
2019 $2,880 +3.5%
2020 $2,973 +3.2%
2021 $3,032 +2.0%
2022 $3,091 +2.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,952
Premium Range
$2,783 - $3,091
Annual Change Rate
+2.7% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 07740

This ZIP runs well above the U.S. average, shop coverage actively and budget for it.

  • Put ZIP 07740 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • New Jersey's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. New Jersey overview
  • Loss ratio explains a lot about this area's insurance market, here's how to read it. Loss ratio guide

FIO figures are ZIP-level market averages across the largest insurers (~80% of the market), not a quote for any single home. Request quotes from multiple licensed carriers before buying or renewing.

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 07740?
At the 95th percentile nationally, #33 of 561 ZIPs in New Jersey, ZIP 07740 (Long Branch, NJ) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $3,091 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +11.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Long Branch, NJ?
Key cost drivers in ZIP 07740: a claims frequency of 3.61%, a loss ratio of 60.8%, and a nonrenewal rate of 1.16%, placing this ZIP in the 95th percentile nationally for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 07740 compared to the national average?
At $3,091/yr, ZIP 07740 runs 74% above the national average of $1,776/yr, the 95th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 07740?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 07740 is 1.16%, a rise of 565.3% over the past 5 years in New Jersey.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 07740 over 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, 2018 through 2022, the range in ZIP 07740 runs $2,783-$3,091 (5-year average $2,952). The annualized change rate is +2.7% per year.
How does ZIP 07740 compare to the New Jersey state average?
The New Jersey state average is $1,858/yr; ZIP 07740 averages $3,091/yr, 66% above that figure, ranking #33 of 561 tracked ZIPs in New Jersey by premium.

Every figure on PlainInsure is rendered directly from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on U.S. Treasury FIO data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.