ZIP 08732 Insurance Data

Island Heights, New Jersey · Ocean County · 1,058 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,653/yr
+9.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
-15.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.52%
Avg severity: $-11,762
Nonrenewal Rate
0.59%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 08732 (Island Heights, NJ)

ZIP 08732 (Island Heights, NJ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,653 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,058 reported policies. That is 49% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 91th percentile nationally. Compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858, this ZIP runs 43% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 08732 is -15.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.52%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $-11,762. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.59% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 08732 have risen by 9.1%, ranging from $2,432 to $2,653 with a five-year average of $2,569 — an annualized rate of +2.2% 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 08732 Compares

vs National Average
$2,653 vs $1,776
49% above national avg
vs New Jersey Average
$2,653 vs $1,858
43% above state avg
National Percentile
91th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,432
2019 $2,499 +2.8%
2020 $2,615 +4.6%
2021 $2,647 +1.2%
2022 $2,653 +0.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,569
Premium Range
$2,432 - $2,653
Annual Change Rate
+2.2% 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 08732?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 08732 (Island Heights, NJ) is $2,653 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +9.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Island Heights, NJ?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.52% in this ZIP), loss ratio (-15.6%), and nonrenewal rates (0.59%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 08732 compared to the national average?
ZIP 08732 premiums of $2,653/yr are 49% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 91th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 08732?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 08732 is 0.59%. 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 08732 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 08732 have ranged from $2,432 to $2,653, with a 5-year average of $2,569. The annualized change rate is +2.2% per year.
How does ZIP 08732 compare to the New Jersey state average?
ZIP 08732 has an average premium of $2,653/yr compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858/yr. This ZIP is 43% above the state average.

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