ZIP 26337 Insurance Data

Cairo, West Virginia · Ritchie County · 7 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,113/yr
-6.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
10.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.72%
Avg severity: $4,266
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 26337 (Cairo, WV)

ZIP 26337 (Cairo, WV) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,113 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 7 reported policies. That is 37% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 16th percentile nationally. Compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167, this ZIP runs 5% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 26337 is 10.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.72%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $4,266.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 26337 have fallen by 6.4%, ranging from $1,103 to $1,189 with a five-year average of $1,136 — 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 26337 Compares

vs National Average
$1,113 vs $1,776
37% below national avg
vs West Virginia Average
$1,113 vs $1,167
5% below state avg
National Percentile
16th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,189
2019 $1,112 -6.5%
2020 $1,103 -0.8%
2021 $1,163 +5.4%
2022 $1,113 -4.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,136
Premium Range
$1,103 - $1,189
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 26337?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 26337 (Cairo, WV) is $1,113 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -6.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Cairo, WV?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.72% in this ZIP), loss ratio (10.4%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 26337 compared to the national average?
ZIP 26337 premiums of $1,113/yr are 37% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 16th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26337?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26337 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 26337 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 26337 have ranged from $1,103 to $1,189, with a 5-year average of $1,136. The annualized change rate is -1.6% per year.
How does ZIP 26337 compare to the West Virginia state average?
ZIP 26337 has an average premium of $1,113/yr compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167/yr. This ZIP is 5% below the state average.

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