ZIP 11213 Insurance Data

Brooklyn, New York · Kings County · 22,579 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,707/yr
+16.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
48.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.86%
Avg severity: $36,574
Nonrenewal Rate
0.55%
+24.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 11213 (Brooklyn, NY)

ZIP 11213 (Brooklyn, NY) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,707 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 22,579 reported policies. That is 109% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 97th percentile nationally. Compared to the New York state average of $1,896, this ZIP runs 95% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 11213 is 48.0%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.86%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $36,574. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.55% in this ZIP, a rise of 24.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 11213 have risen by 16.0%, ranging from $3,196 to $3,707 with a five-year average of $3,393 — 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 11213 Compares

vs National Average
$3,707 vs $1,776
109% above national avg
vs New York Average
$3,707 vs $1,896
95% above state avg
National Percentile
97th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $3,196
2019 $3,255 +1.9%
2020 $3,362 +3.3%
2021 $3,445 +2.5%
2022 $3,707 +7.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$3,393
Premium Range
$3,196 - $3,707
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 11213?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 11213 (Brooklyn, NY) is $3,707 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +16.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Brooklyn, NY?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.86% in this ZIP), loss ratio (48.0%), and nonrenewal rates (0.55%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 11213 compared to the national average?
ZIP 11213 premiums of $3,707/yr are 109% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 97th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 11213?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 11213 is 0.55%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +24.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 11213 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 11213 have ranged from $3,196 to $3,707, with a 5-year average of $3,393. The annualized change rate is +3.8% per year.
How does ZIP 11213 compare to the New York state average?
ZIP 11213 has an average premium of $3,707/yr compared to the New York state average of $1,896/yr. This ZIP is 95% above the state average.

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