ZIP 11770 Insurance Data

Ocean Beach, New York · Suffolk County · 121 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,832/yr
-27.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
3.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.03%
Avg severity: $13,084
Nonrenewal Rate
0.34%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 11770 (Ocean Beach, NY)

ZIP 11770 (Ocean Beach, NY) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,832 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 121 reported policies. That is 116% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 98th percentile nationally. Compared to the New York state average of $1,896, this ZIP runs 102% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 11770 is 3.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.03%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $13,084. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.34% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 11770 have fallen by 27.2%, ranging from $3,832 to $5,266 with a five-year average of $4,329 — an annualized rate of -7.6% 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 11770 Compares

vs National Average
$3,832 vs $1,776
116% above national avg
vs New York Average
$3,832 vs $1,896
102% above state avg
National Percentile
98th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $5,266
2019 $4,621 -12.3%
2020 $4,039 -12.6%
2021 $3,885 -3.8%
2022 $3,832 -1.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$4,329
Premium Range
$3,832 - $5,266
Annual Change Rate
-7.6% 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 11770?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 11770 (Ocean Beach, NY) is $3,832 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -27.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Ocean Beach, NY?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.03% in this ZIP), loss ratio (3.5%), and nonrenewal rates (0.34%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 11770 compared to the national average?
ZIP 11770 premiums of $3,832/yr are 116% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 98th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 11770?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 11770 is 0.34%. 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 11770 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 11770 have ranged from $3,832 to $5,266, with a 5-year average of $4,329. The annualized change rate is -7.6% per year.
How does ZIP 11770 compare to the New York state average?
ZIP 11770 has an average premium of $3,832/yr compared to the New York state average of $1,896/yr. This ZIP is 102% above the state average.

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