ZIP 26369 · Harrison County

Hepzibah, WV Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 26369, Hepzibah, West Virginia.

9.8%
Loss ratio
3.49%
Nonrenewal rate
#423 of 453
West Virginia rank
215
Policies

The verdict

At $987/yr, Hepzibah, WV (ZIP 26369) sits in the 7th percentile nationally for homeowners insurance costs, 44% below the U.S. average.

$987
Avg premium (2022)
-44%
vs U.S. average
+18.6%
since 2018
7th
national percentile

According to U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data. How we calculate the percentile and national comparison: methodology.

Avg Premium (2022)
$987/yr
+18.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
9.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.16%
Avg severity: $8,332
Nonrenewal Rate
3.49%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 26369 (Hepzibah, WV)

Homeowners in ZIP 26369 (Hepzibah, WV) pay an average of $987 per year for insurance as of 2022, according to U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level data across approximately 215 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 44% below that mark and lands in the 7th national percentile. The West Virginia statewide average is $1,167 per year; this ZIP sits 15% below that figure, ranking #423 of 453 tracked ZIPs in West Virginia by premium. The closest-priced peer within West Virginia is Cabin Creek (ZIP 25035) at $985, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

The loss ratio for ZIP 26369 is 9.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. About 1.16% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $8,332. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 3.49% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Since 2018, premiums here have risen by 18.6% through 2022, ranging $832 to $987 with a 5-year average of $902, an annualized rate of +4.3% per year.

How to read these numbers

The figures on this page come from the U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office, which collects homeowners insurance premium and claims data directly from the largest property insurers in the country. Because the data is aggregated at the ZIP-code level and averaged across many policies, it describes the typical cost in an area rather than a quote for any single home. Two houses on the same street can pay very different premiums depending on their age, construction type, roof condition, prior claims, and the specific coverage limits and deductibles the homeowner selects. The loss ratio shows how much of every premium dollar insurers paid back out as claims; a ratio above one means carriers lost money locally, which often precedes rate increases or carrier exits. Rising nonrenewal and claim frequency reveal how stressed the local market has become. Use these figures to gauge the direction and scale of costs in your area, then request quotes from several licensed carriers before buying or renewing a policy. 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 26369 Compares

vs National Average
$987 vs $1,776
44% below national avg
vs West Virginia Average
$987 vs $1,167
15% below state avg
National Percentile
7th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 26369, 2018–2022

$800$850$900$950$1,000 20182019202020212022 $987
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 26369.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $832 -
2019 $872 +4.7%
2020 $912 +4.6%
2021 $908 -0.4%
2022 $987 +8.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$902
Premium Range
$832 - $987
Annual Change Rate
+4.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 26369

Treat these figures as a starting benchmark, real quotes from carriers will vary.

FIO figures are ZIP-level market averages across the largest insurers (~80% of the market), not a quote for any single home. Request quotes from multiple licensed carriers before buying or renewing.

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 26369?
At just the 7th national percentile, #423 of 453 ZIPs in West Virginia, homeowners in ZIP 26369 (Hepzibah, WV) pay a comparatively low $987 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +18.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Hepzibah, WV?
In ZIP 26369, insurers report a 9.8% loss ratio, a 1.16% claims frequency, and a 3.49% nonrenewal rate, the 7th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 26369 compared to the national average?
ZIP 26369 premiums of $987/yr are 44% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 7th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26369?
Insurers decline to renew 3.49% of policies in ZIP 26369 in West Virginia.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 26369 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 26369 have ranged from $832 to $987, with a 5-year average of $902. The annualized change rate is +4.3% per year.
How does ZIP 26369 compare to the West Virginia state average?
ZIP 26369 runs 15% below the West Virginia state average ($1,167/yr vs this ZIP's $987/yr), ranking #423 of 453 tracked ZIPs in West Virginia by premium.

Every figure on PlainInsure is rendered directly from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on U.S. Treasury FIO data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.