ZIP 13812 Insurance Data

Nichols, New York · Tioga County · 28 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$980/yr
+8.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
11.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.47%
Avg severity: $7,515
Nonrenewal Rate
1.18%
+265.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 13812 (Nichols, NY)

ZIP 13812 (Nichols, NY) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $980 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 28 reported policies. That is 45% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 6th percentile nationally. Compared to the New York state average of $1,896, this ZIP runs 48% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 13812 is 11.3%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.47%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $7,515. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.18% in this ZIP, a rise of 265.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 13812 have risen by 8.5%, ranging from $903 to $980 with a five-year average of $937 — an annualized rate of +2.1% 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 13812 Compares

vs National Average
$980 vs $1,776
45% below national avg
vs New York Average
$980 vs $1,896
48% below state avg
National Percentile
6th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $903
2019 $930 +3.0%
2020 $925 -0.5%
2021 $946 +2.3%
2022 $980 +3.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$937
Premium Range
$903 - $980
Annual Change Rate
+2.1% 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 13812?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 13812 (Nichols, NY) is $980 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +8.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Nichols, NY?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.47% in this ZIP), loss ratio (11.3%), and nonrenewal rates (1.18%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 13812 compared to the national average?
ZIP 13812 premiums of $980/yr are 45% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 6th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 13812?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 13812 is 1.18%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +265.9% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 13812 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 13812 have ranged from $903 to $980, with a 5-year average of $937. The annualized change rate is +2.1% per year.
How does ZIP 13812 compare to the New York state average?
ZIP 13812 has an average premium of $980/yr compared to the New York state average of $1,896/yr. This ZIP is 48% below the state average.

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