ZIP 27892 · Martin County

Williamston, NC Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 27892, Williamston, North Carolina.

30.8%
Loss ratio
1.87%
Nonrenewal rate
#183 of 722
North Carolina rank
30
Policies

The verdict

At $1,527/yr, Williamston, NC (ZIP 27892) sits in the 48th percentile nationally for homeowners insurance costs, 14% below the U.S. average.

$1,527
Avg premium (2022)
-14%
vs U.S. average
+6.4%
since 2018
48th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,527/yr
+6.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
30.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.77%
Avg severity: $8,156
Nonrenewal Rate
1.87%
+16.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 27892 (Williamston, NC)

For 2022, the average cost of homeowners insurance in ZIP 27892 (Williamston, NC) runs $1,527 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO's ZIP-level tracking across approximately 30 reported policies. That is 14% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 48th percentile nationally. The North Carolina statewide average is $1,379 per year; this ZIP sits 11% above that figure, ranking #183 of 722 tracked ZIPs in North Carolina by premium. The closest-priced peer within North Carolina is Piney Creek (ZIP 28663) at $1,526, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

ZIP 27892 shows a 30.8% loss ratio, an indication that insurers retained a working margin after claims. About 5.77% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $8,156. 1.87% of ZIP 27892 policies go unrenewed at expiration, a rise of 16.9% over the past five years, a pattern that tends to precede broader insurer pullback in stressed markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 27892 have risen by 6.4%, ranging from $1,435 to $1,544 with a five-year average of $1,503, an annualized rate of +1.6% 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 27892 Compares

vs National Average
$1,527 vs $1,776
14% below national avg
vs North Carolina Average
$1,527 vs $1,379
11% above state avg
National Percentile
48th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 27892, 2018–2022

$1,400$1,450$1,500$1,550 20182019202020212022 $1,527
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 27892.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,435 -
2019 $1,482 +3.3%
2020 $1,530 +3.2%
2021 $1,544 +0.9%
2022 $1,527 -1.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,503
Premium Range
$1,435 - $1,544
Annual Change Rate
+1.6% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 27892

Use these averages as a benchmark, then get real quotes before you commit.

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 27892?
At the 48th percentile nationally, #183 of 722 ZIPs in North Carolina, ZIP 27892 (Williamston, NC) pays a middle-of-the-pack $1,527 per year as of 2022 for homeowners insurance. Premiums have changed +6.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Williamston, NC?
Key cost drivers in ZIP 27892: a claims frequency of 5.77%, a loss ratio of 30.8%, and a nonrenewal rate of 1.87%, placing this ZIP in the 48th percentile nationally for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 27892 compared to the national average?
ZIP 27892 premiums of $1,527/yr are 14% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 48th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 27892?
ZIP 27892 shows a nonrenewal rate of 1.87% in North Carolina, a rise of 16.9% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 27892 over 5 years?
ZIP 27892 premiums spanned $1,435 to $1,544 across the 2018-2022 window, a 5-year average of $1,503. The annualized change rate is +1.6% per year.
How does ZIP 27892 compare to the North Carolina state average?
ZIP 27892 has an average premium of $1,527/yr compared to the North Carolina state average of $1,379/yr. This ZIP is 11% above the state average, ranking #183 of 722 tracked ZIPs in North Carolina by premium.

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