ZIP 07885 Insurance Data

Wharton, New Jersey · Morris County · 258 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,237/yr
+0.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
41.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.98%
Avg severity: $17,261
Nonrenewal Rate
0.71%
+41.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 07885 (Wharton, NJ)

ZIP 07885 (Wharton, NJ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,237 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 258 reported policies. That is 30% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 26th percentile nationally. Compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858, this ZIP runs 33% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 07885 is 41.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.98%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,261. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.71% in this ZIP, a rise of 41.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 07885 have risen by 0.0%, ranging from $1,232 to $1,256 with a five-year average of $1,240 — an annualized rate of +0.0% 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 07885 Compares

vs National Average
$1,237 vs $1,776
30% below national avg
vs New Jersey Average
$1,237 vs $1,858
33% below state avg
National Percentile
26th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,236
2019 $1,256 +1.6%
2020 $1,238 -1.5%
2021 $1,232 -0.4%
2022 $1,237 +0.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,240
Premium Range
$1,232 - $1,256
Annual Change Rate
+0.0% 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 07885?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 07885 (Wharton, NJ) is $1,237 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +0.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Wharton, NJ?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.98% in this ZIP), loss ratio (41.5%), and nonrenewal rates (0.71%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 07885 compared to the national average?
ZIP 07885 premiums of $1,237/yr are 30% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 26th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 07885?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 07885 is 0.71%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +41.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 07885 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 07885 have ranged from $1,232 to $1,256, with a 5-year average of $1,240. The annualized change rate is +0.0% per year.
How does ZIP 07885 compare to the New Jersey state average?
ZIP 07885 has an average premium of $1,237/yr compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858/yr. This ZIP is 33% below the state average.

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