ZIP 26030 Insurance Data

Beech Bottom, West Virginia · Brooke County · 237 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$876/yr
-16.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
39.7%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.82%
Avg severity: $12,363
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 26030 (Beech Bottom, WV)

ZIP 26030 (Beech Bottom, WV) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $876 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 237 reported policies. That is 51% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 2th percentile nationally. Compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167, this ZIP runs 25% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 26030 is 39.7%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.82%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $12,363.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 26030 have fallen by 16.6%, ranging from $876 to $1,050 with a five-year average of $986 — an annualized rate of -4.4% 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 26030 Compares

vs National Average
$876 vs $1,776
51% below national avg
vs West Virginia Average
$876 vs $1,167
25% below state avg
National Percentile
2th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,050
2019 $1,020 -2.9%
2020 $1,033 +1.3%
2021 $952 -7.9%
2022 $876 -8.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$986
Premium Range
$876 - $1,050
Annual Change Rate
-4.4% 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 26030?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 26030 (Beech Bottom, WV) is $876 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -16.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Beech Bottom, WV?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.82% in this ZIP), loss ratio (39.7%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 26030 compared to the national average?
ZIP 26030 premiums of $876/yr are 51% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 2th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26030?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26030 is N/A. 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 26030 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 26030 have ranged from $876 to $1,050, with a 5-year average of $986. The annualized change rate is -4.4% per year.
How does ZIP 26030 compare to the West Virginia state average?
ZIP 26030 has an average premium of $876/yr compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167/yr. This ZIP is 25% below the state average.

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