ZIP 08734 Insurance Data

Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey · Ocean County · 515 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,054/yr
+17.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
31.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.53%
Avg severity: $14,109
Nonrenewal Rate
0.20%
-46.1% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 08734 (Lanoka Harbor, NJ)

ZIP 08734 (Lanoka Harbor, NJ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,054 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 515 reported policies. That is 16% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 77th percentile nationally. Compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858, this ZIP runs 11% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 08734 is 31.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.53%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $14,109. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.20% in this ZIP, a drop of 46.1% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 08734 have risen by 17.9%, ranging from $1,742 to $2,054 with a five-year average of $1,929 — an annualized rate of +4.2% 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 08734 Compares

vs National Average
$2,054 vs $1,776
16% above national avg
vs New Jersey Average
$2,054 vs $1,858
11% above state avg
National Percentile
77th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,742
2019 $1,894 +8.7%
2020 $1,954 +3.2%
2021 $2,002 +2.5%
2022 $2,054 +2.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,929
Premium Range
$1,742 - $2,054
Annual Change Rate
+4.2% 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 08734?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 08734 (Lanoka Harbor, NJ) is $2,054 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +17.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Lanoka Harbor, NJ?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.53% in this ZIP), loss ratio (31.1%), and nonrenewal rates (0.20%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 08734 compared to the national average?
ZIP 08734 premiums of $2,054/yr are 16% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 77th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 08734?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 08734 is 0.20%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -46.1% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 08734 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 08734 have ranged from $1,742 to $2,054, with a 5-year average of $1,929. The annualized change rate is +4.2% per year.
How does ZIP 08734 compare to the New Jersey state average?
ZIP 08734 has an average premium of $2,054/yr compared to the New Jersey state average of $1,858/yr. This ZIP is 11% above the state average.

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