ZIP 07977 Insurance Data

Peapack, New Jersey · Somerset County · 173 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,722/yr
-14.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
2.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.21%
Avg severity: $3,195
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 07977 (Peapack, NJ)

ZIP 07977 (Peapack, NJ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,722 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 173 reported policies. That is 53% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 92th percentile nationally. Compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858, this ZIP runs 46% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 07977 is 2.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.21%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $3,195.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 07977 have fallen by 14.5%, ranging from $2,631 to $3,183 with a five-year average of $2,828 — an annualized rate of -3.8% 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 07977 Compares

vs National Average
$2,722 vs $1,776
53% above national avg
vs New Jersey Average
$2,722 vs $1,858
46% above state avg
National Percentile
92th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $3,183
2019 $2,921 -8.2%
2020 $2,685 -8.1%
2021 $2,631 -2.0%
2022 $2,722 +3.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,828
Premium Range
$2,631 - $3,183
Annual Change Rate
-3.8% 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 07977?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 07977 (Peapack, NJ) is $2,722 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -14.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Peapack, NJ?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.21% in this ZIP), loss ratio (2.6%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 07977 compared to the national average?
ZIP 07977 premiums of $2,722/yr are 53% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 92th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 07977?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 07977 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 07977 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 07977 have ranged from $2,631 to $3,183, with a 5-year average of $2,828. The annualized change rate is -3.8% per year.
How does ZIP 07977 compare to the New Jersey state average?
ZIP 07977 has an average premium of $2,722/yr compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858/yr. This ZIP is 46% above the state average.

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