ZIP 22202 Insurance Data

Arlington, Virginia · Arlington County · 2,250 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,647/yr
+12.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
36.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.27%
Avg severity: $11,508
Nonrenewal Rate
0.91%
+46.4% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 22202 (Arlington, VA)

ZIP 22202 (Arlington, VA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,647 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2,250 reported policies. That is 7% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 57th percentile nationally. Compared to the Virginia state average of $1,369, this ZIP runs 20% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 22202 is 36.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.27%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $11,508. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.91% in this ZIP, a rise of 46.4% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 22202 have risen by 12.6%, ranging from $1,463 to $1,647 with a five-year average of $1,557 — an annualized rate of +3.0% 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 22202 Compares

vs National Average
$1,647 vs $1,776
7% below national avg
vs Virginia Average
$1,647 vs $1,369
20% above state avg
National Percentile
57th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,463
2019 $1,511 +3.2%
2020 $1,551 +2.7%
2021 $1,612 +3.9%
2022 $1,647 +2.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,557
Premium Range
$1,463 - $1,647
Annual Change Rate
+3.0% 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 22202?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 22202 (Arlington, VA) is $1,647 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +12.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Arlington, VA?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.27% in this ZIP), loss ratio (36.8%), and nonrenewal rates (0.91%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 22202 compared to the national average?
ZIP 22202 premiums of $1,647/yr are 7% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 57th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 22202?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 22202 is 0.91%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +46.4% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 22202 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 22202 have ranged from $1,463 to $1,647, with a 5-year average of $1,557. The annualized change rate is +3.0% per year.
How does ZIP 22202 compare to the Virginia state average?
ZIP 22202 has an average premium of $1,647/yr compared to the Virginia state average of $1,369/yr. This ZIP is 20% above the state average.

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