ZIP 24526 Insurance Data

Big Island, Virginia · Bedford County · 9 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,090/yr
+6.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
167.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.49%
Avg severity: $40,543
Nonrenewal Rate
3.37%
+158.4% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 24526 (Big Island, VA)

ZIP 24526 (Big Island, VA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,090 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 9 reported policies. That is 39% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 14th percentile nationally. Compared to the Virginia state average of $1,369, this ZIP runs 20% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 24526 is 167.2%, 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 4.49%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $40,543. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 3.37% in this ZIP, a rise of 158.4% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 24526 have risen by 6.3%, ranging from $1,025 to $1,096 with a five-year average of $1,062 — an annualized rate of +1.5% 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 24526 Compares

vs National Average
$1,090 vs $1,776
39% below national avg
vs Virginia Average
$1,090 vs $1,369
20% below state avg
National Percentile
14th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,025
2019 $1,053 +2.7%
2020 $1,045 -0.7%
2021 $1,096 +4.9%
2022 $1,090 -0.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,062
Premium Range
$1,025 - $1,096
Annual Change Rate
+1.5% 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 24526?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 24526 (Big Island, VA) is $1,090 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +6.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Big Island, VA?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.49% in this ZIP), loss ratio (167.2%), and nonrenewal rates (3.37%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 24526 compared to the national average?
ZIP 24526 premiums of $1,090/yr are 39% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 14th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 24526?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 24526 is 3.37%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +158.4% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 24526 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 24526 have ranged from $1,025 to $1,096, with a 5-year average of $1,062. The annualized change rate is +1.5% per year.
How does ZIP 24526 compare to the Virginia state average?
ZIP 24526 has an average premium of $1,090/yr compared to the Virginia state average of $1,369/yr. This ZIP is 20% below the state average.

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