ZIP 26342 Insurance Data

Coxs Mills, West Virginia · Gilmer County · 4 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,139/yr
-4.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
23.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.55%
Avg severity: $5,802
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 26342 (Coxs Mills, WV)

ZIP 26342 (Coxs Mills, WV) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,139 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 4 reported policies. That is 36% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 18th percentile nationally. Compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167, this ZIP runs 2% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 26342 is 23.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.55%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $5,802.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 26342 have fallen by 4.6%, ranging from $1,093 to $1,194 with a five-year average of $1,139 — an annualized rate of -1.2% 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 26342 Compares

vs National Average
$1,139 vs $1,776
36% below national avg
vs West Virginia Average
$1,139 vs $1,167
2% below state avg
National Percentile
18th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,194
2019 $1,093 -8.5%
2020 $1,131 +3.5%
2021 $1,139 +0.7%
2022 $1,139 +0.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,139
Premium Range
$1,093 - $1,194
Annual Change Rate
-1.2% 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 26342?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 26342 (Coxs Mills, WV) is $1,139 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -4.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Coxs Mills, WV?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.55% in this ZIP), loss ratio (23.1%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 26342 compared to the national average?
ZIP 26342 premiums of $1,139/yr are 36% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 18th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26342?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26342 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 26342 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 26342 have ranged from $1,093 to $1,194, with a 5-year average of $1,139. The annualized change rate is -1.2% per year.
How does ZIP 26342 compare to the West Virginia state average?
ZIP 26342 has an average premium of $1,139/yr compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167/yr. This ZIP is 2% below the state average.

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