ZIP 26378 Insurance Data

Jane Lew, West Virginia · Lewis County · 23 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,095/yr
-4.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
118.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.32%
Avg severity: $56,019
Nonrenewal Rate
0.35%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 26378 (Jane Lew, WV)

ZIP 26378 (Jane Lew, WV) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,095 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 23 reported policies. That is 38% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 15th percentile nationally. Compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167, this ZIP runs 6% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 26378 is 118.9%, 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 2.32%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $56,019. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.35% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 26378 have fallen by 4.0%, ranging from $1,095 to $1,159 with a five-year average of $1,136 — an annualized rate of -1.0% 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 26378 Compares

vs National Average
$1,095 vs $1,776
38% below national avg
vs West Virginia Average
$1,095 vs $1,167
6% below state avg
National Percentile
15th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,140
2019 $1,159 +1.6%
2020 $1,158 -0.1%
2021 $1,130 -2.4%
2022 $1,095 -3.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,136
Premium Range
$1,095 - $1,159
Annual Change Rate
-1.0% 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 26378?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 26378 (Jane Lew, WV) is $1,095 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -4.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Jane Lew, WV?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.32% in this ZIP), loss ratio (118.9%), and nonrenewal rates (0.35%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 26378 compared to the national average?
ZIP 26378 premiums of $1,095/yr are 38% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 15th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26378?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 26378 is 0.35%. 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 26378 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 26378 have ranged from $1,095 to $1,159, with a 5-year average of $1,136. The annualized change rate is -1.0% per year.
How does ZIP 26378 compare to the West Virginia state average?
ZIP 26378 has an average premium of $1,095/yr compared to the West Virginia state average of $1,167/yr. This ZIP is 6% below the state average.

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