ZIP 27516 · Orange County

Chapel Hill, NC Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 27516, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

53.1%
Loss ratio
0.93%
Nonrenewal rate
#158 of 722
North Carolina rank
150
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 27516 (Chapel Hill, NC) homeowners insurance averages $1,572/yr, 52nd percentile nationally, 11% below the U.S. norm.

$1,572
Avg premium (2022)
-11%
vs U.S. average
+8.5%
since 2018
52nd
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,572/yr
+8.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
53.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.83%
Avg severity: $14,322
Nonrenewal Rate
0.93%
-48.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 27516 (Chapel Hill, NC)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 27516 (Chapel Hill, NC) at $1,572 per year for 2022 across approximately 150 reported policies. Nationally, that ranks ZIP 27516 in the 52nd percentile, 11% below the U.S. average of $1,776 per year. The North Carolina statewide average is $1,379 per year; this ZIP sits 14% above that figure, ranking #158 of 722 tracked ZIPs in North Carolina by premium. The closest-priced peer within North Carolina is Corapeake (ZIP 27926) at $1,573, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 53.1%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in this ZIP. The claim frequency here, the share of policies with at least one claim, stands at 5.83%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $14,322. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.93% in this ZIP, a drop of 48.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 27516 have risen by 8.5%, ranging from $1,448 to $1,572 with a five-year average of $1,524, an annualized rate of +2.1% 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 27516 Compares

vs National Average
$1,572 vs $1,776
11% below national avg
vs North Carolina Average
$1,572 vs $1,379
14% above state avg
National Percentile
52th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 27516, 2018–2022

$1,400$1,450$1,500$1,550$1,600 20182019202020212022 $1,572
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 27516.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,448 -
2019 $1,502 +3.7%
2020 $1,551 +3.2%
2021 $1,547 -0.2%
2022 $1,572 +1.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,524
Premium Range
$1,448 - $1,572
Annual Change Rate
+2.1% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 27516

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 27516?
ZIP 27516 (Chapel Hill, NC) tracks close to the national middle for homeowners insurance costs: $1,572 per year as of 2022 (52nd percentile, #158 of 722 ZIPs in North Carolina). Premiums have changed +8.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Chapel Hill, NC?
In ZIP 27516, insurers report a 53.1% loss ratio, a 5.83% claims frequency, and a 0.93% nonrenewal rate, the 52nd national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 27516 compared to the national average?
Nationally, ZIP 27516 lands in the 52nd percentile: its $1,572/yr average is 11% below the U.S. figure of $1,776/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 27516?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 27516 is 0.93%, a drop of 48.8% over the past 5 years in North Carolina.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 27516 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 27516 have ranged from $1,448 to $1,572, with a 5-year average of $1,524. The annualized change rate is +2.1% per year.
How does ZIP 27516 compare to the North Carolina state average?
The North Carolina state average is $1,379/yr; ZIP 27516 averages $1,572/yr, 14% above that figure, ranking #158 of 722 tracked ZIPs in North Carolina by premium.

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