ZIP 07851 Insurance Data

Layton, New Jersey · Sussex County · 6 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,341/yr
-27.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
90.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.75%
Avg severity: $21,003
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 07851 (Layton, NJ)

ZIP 07851 (Layton, NJ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,341 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 6 reported policies. That is 25% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 34th percentile nationally. Compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858, this ZIP runs 28% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 07851 is 90.0%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.75%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $21,003.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 07851 have fallen by 27.6%, ranging from $1,341 to $1,853 with a five-year average of $1,653 — an annualized rate of -7.8% 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 07851 Compares

vs National Average
$1,341 vs $1,776
25% below national avg
vs New Jersey Average
$1,341 vs $1,858
28% below state avg
National Percentile
34th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,853
2019 $1,710 -7.7%
2020 $1,652 -3.4%
2021 $1,708 +3.4%
2022 $1,341 -21.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,653
Premium Range
$1,341 - $1,853
Annual Change Rate
-7.8% 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 07851?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 07851 (Layton, NJ) is $1,341 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -27.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Layton, NJ?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.75% in this ZIP), loss ratio (90.0%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 07851 compared to the national average?
ZIP 07851 premiums of $1,341/yr are 25% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 34th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 07851?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 07851 is N/A. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 07851 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 07851 have ranged from $1,341 to $1,853, with a 5-year average of $1,653. The annualized change rate is -7.8% per year.
How does ZIP 07851 compare to the New Jersey state average?
ZIP 07851 has an average premium of $1,341/yr compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858/yr. This ZIP is 28% below the state average.

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