ZIP 12786 Insurance Data

White Lake, New York · Sullivan County · 17 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,606/yr
-0.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
146.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.96%
Avg severity: $64,136
Nonrenewal Rate
1.28%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 12786 (White Lake, NY)

ZIP 12786 (White Lake, NY) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,606 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 17 reported policies. That is 47% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 91th percentile nationally. Compared to the New York state average of $1,896, this ZIP runs 37% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 12786 is 146.6%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected — a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.96%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $64,136. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.28% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 12786 have fallen by 0.2%, ranging from $2,606 to $2,750 with a five-year average of $2,679 — an annualized rate of -0.1% 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 12786 Compares

vs National Average
$2,606 vs $1,776
47% above national avg
vs New York Average
$2,606 vs $1,896
37% above state avg
National Percentile
91th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,612
2019 $2,750 +5.3%
2020 $2,729 -0.8%
2021 $2,696 -1.2%
2022 $2,606 -3.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,679
Premium Range
$2,606 - $2,750
Annual Change Rate
-0.1% 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 12786?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 12786 (White Lake, NY) is $2,606 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -0.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in White Lake, NY?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.96% in this ZIP), loss ratio (146.6%), and nonrenewal rates (1.28%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 12786 compared to the national average?
ZIP 12786 premiums of $2,606/yr are 47% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 91th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 12786?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 12786 is 1.28%. 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 12786 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 12786 have ranged from $2,606 to $2,750, with a 5-year average of $2,679. The annualized change rate is -0.1% per year.
How does ZIP 12786 compare to the New York state average?
ZIP 12786 has an average premium of $2,606/yr compared to the New York state average of $1,896/yr. This ZIP is 37% above the state average.

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