ZIP 19046 Insurance Data

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania · Montgomery County · 1,038 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,192/yr
-0.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
44.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
6.95%
Avg severity: $13,930
Nonrenewal Rate
0.46%
+49.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 19046 (Jenkintown, PA)

ZIP 19046 (Jenkintown, PA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,192 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,038 reported policies. That is 23% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 82th percentile nationally. Compared to the Pennsylvania state average of $1,131, this ZIP runs 94% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 19046 is 44.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 6.95%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $13,930. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.46% in this ZIP, a rise of 49.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 19046 have fallen by 0.1%, ranging from $2,152 to $2,194 with a five-year average of $2,178 — an annualized rate of -0.0% 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 19046 Compares

vs National Average
$2,192 vs $1,776
23% above national avg
vs Pennsylvania Average
$2,192 vs $1,131
94% above state avg
National Percentile
82th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,194
2019 $2,187 -0.3%
2020 $2,168 -0.9%
2021 $2,152 -0.7%
2022 $2,192 +1.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,178
Premium Range
$2,152 - $2,194
Annual Change Rate
-0.0% 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 19046?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 19046 (Jenkintown, PA) is $2,192 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -0.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Jenkintown, PA?
Key factors include claims frequency (6.95% in this ZIP), loss ratio (44.1%), and nonrenewal rates (0.46%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 19046 compared to the national average?
ZIP 19046 premiums of $2,192/yr are 23% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 82th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 19046?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 19046 is 0.46%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +49.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 19046 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 19046 have ranged from $2,152 to $2,194, with a 5-year average of $2,178. The annualized change rate is -0.0% per year.
How does ZIP 19046 compare to the Pennsylvania state average?
ZIP 19046 has an average premium of $2,192/yr compared to the Pennsylvania state average of $1,131/yr. This ZIP is 94% above the state average.

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