ZIP 08212 Insurance Data

Cape May Point, New Jersey · Cape May County · 134 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,956/yr
+2.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
12.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.80%
Avg severity: $12,714
Nonrenewal Rate
1.87%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 08212 (Cape May Point, NJ)

ZIP 08212 (Cape May Point, NJ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,956 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 134 reported policies. That is 66% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 94th percentile nationally. Compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858, this ZIP runs 59% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 08212 is 12.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.80%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $12,714. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.87% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 08212 have risen by 2.0%, ranging from $2,898 to $3,013 with a five-year average of $2,952 — an annualized rate of +0.5% 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 08212 Compares

vs National Average
$2,956 vs $1,776
66% above national avg
vs New Jersey Average
$2,956 vs $1,858
59% above state avg
National Percentile
94th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,898
2019 $3,013 +4.0%
2020 $2,965 -1.6%
2021 $2,930 -1.2%
2022 $2,956 +0.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,952
Premium Range
$2,898 - $3,013
Annual Change Rate
+0.5% 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 08212?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 08212 (Cape May Point, NJ) is $2,956 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +2.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Cape May Point, NJ?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.80% in this ZIP), loss ratio (12.1%), and nonrenewal rates (1.87%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 08212 compared to the national average?
ZIP 08212 premiums of $2,956/yr are 66% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 94th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 08212?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 08212 is 1.87%. 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 08212 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 08212 have ranged from $2,898 to $3,013, with a 5-year average of $2,952. The annualized change rate is +0.5% per year.
How does ZIP 08212 compare to the New Jersey state average?
ZIP 08212 has an average premium of $2,956/yr compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858/yr. This ZIP is 59% above the state average.

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