ZIP 24486 Insurance Data

Weyers Cave, Virginia · Augusta County · 59 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$993/yr
+6.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
25.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.95%
Avg severity: $12,786
Nonrenewal Rate
1.62%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 24486 (Weyers Cave, VA)

ZIP 24486 (Weyers Cave, VA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $993 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 59 reported policies. That is 44% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 7th percentile nationally. Compared to the Virginia state average of $1,369, this ZIP runs 27% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 24486 is 25.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.95%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $12,786. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.62% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 24486 have risen by 6.7%, ranging from $931 to $993 with a five-year average of $964 — an annualized rate of +1.6% 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 24486 Compares

vs National Average
$993 vs $1,776
44% below national avg
vs Virginia Average
$993 vs $1,369
27% below state avg
National Percentile
7th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $931
2019 $948 +1.9%
2020 $973 +2.6%
2021 $976 +0.3%
2022 $993 +1.8%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$964
Premium Range
$931 - $993
Annual Change Rate
+1.6% 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 24486?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 24486 (Weyers Cave, VA) is $993 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +6.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Weyers Cave, VA?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.95% in this ZIP), loss ratio (25.1%), and nonrenewal rates (1.62%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 24486 compared to the national average?
ZIP 24486 premiums of $993/yr are 44% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 7th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 24486?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 24486 is 1.62%. 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 24486 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 24486 have ranged from $931 to $993, with a 5-year average of $964. The annualized change rate is +1.6% per year.
How does ZIP 24486 compare to the Virginia state average?
ZIP 24486 has an average premium of $993/yr compared to the Virginia state average of $1,369/yr. This ZIP is 27% below the state average.

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