ZIP 25674 Insurance Data

Kermit, West Virginia · Mingo County · 27 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,389/yr
-16.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
211.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.78%
Avg severity: $61,367
Nonrenewal Rate
0.74%
+66.2% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 25674 (Kermit, WV)

ZIP 25674 (Kermit, WV) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,389 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 27 reported policies. That is 22% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 38th percentile nationally. Compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167, this ZIP runs 19% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 25674 is 211.1%, 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 4.78%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $61,367. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.74% in this ZIP, a rise of 66.2% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 25674 have fallen by 16.0%, ranging from $1,389 to $1,654 with a five-year average of $1,527 — an annualized rate of -4.3% 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 25674 Compares

vs National Average
$1,389 vs $1,776
22% below national avg
vs West Virginia Average
$1,389 vs $1,167
19% above state avg
National Percentile
38th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,654
2019 $1,587 -4.0%
2020 $1,587 -0.0%
2021 $1,418 -10.7%
2022 $1,389 -2.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,527
Premium Range
$1,389 - $1,654
Annual Change Rate
-4.3% 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 25674?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 25674 (Kermit, WV) is $1,389 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -16.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Kermit, WV?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.78% in this ZIP), loss ratio (211.1%), and nonrenewal rates (0.74%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 25674 compared to the national average?
ZIP 25674 premiums of $1,389/yr are 22% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 38th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 25674?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 25674 is 0.74%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +66.2% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 25674 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 25674 have ranged from $1,389 to $1,654, with a 5-year average of $1,527. The annualized change rate is -4.3% per year.
How does ZIP 25674 compare to the West Virginia state average?
ZIP 25674 has an average premium of $1,389/yr compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167/yr. This ZIP is 19% above the state average.

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