ZIP 27555 Insurance Data

Micro, North Carolina · Johnston County · 458 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,150/yr
+13.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
36.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
8.33%
Avg severity: $5,055
Nonrenewal Rate
1.39%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 27555 (Micro, NC)

ZIP 27555 (Micro, NC) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,150 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 458 reported policies. That is 35% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 19th percentile nationally. Compared to the North Carolina state average of $1,379, this ZIP runs 17% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 27555 is 36.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 8.33%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $5,055. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.39% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 27555 have risen by 13.5%, ranging from $1,013 to $1,150 with a five-year average of $1,086 — an annualized rate of +3.2% 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 27555 Compares

vs National Average
$1,150 vs $1,776
35% below national avg
vs North Carolina Average
$1,150 vs $1,379
17% below state avg
National Percentile
19th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,013
2019 $1,020 +0.7%
2020 $1,125 +10.3%
2021 $1,123 -0.2%
2022 $1,150 +2.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,086
Premium Range
$1,013 - $1,150
Annual Change Rate
+3.2% 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 27555?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 27555 (Micro, NC) is $1,150 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +13.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Micro, NC?
Key factors include claims frequency (8.33% in this ZIP), loss ratio (36.6%), and nonrenewal rates (1.39%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 27555 compared to the national average?
ZIP 27555 premiums of $1,150/yr are 35% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 19th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 27555?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 27555 is 1.39%. 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 27555 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 27555 have ranged from $1,013 to $1,150, with a 5-year average of $1,086. The annualized change rate is +3.2% per year.
How does ZIP 27555 compare to the North Carolina state average?
ZIP 27555 has an average premium of $1,150/yr compared to the North Carolina state average of $1,379/yr. This ZIP is 17% below the state average.

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