ZIP 28654 · Wilkes County

Moravian Falls, NC Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 28654, Moravian Falls, North Carolina.

51.8%
Loss ratio
0.68%
Nonrenewal rate
#454 of 722
North Carolina rank
21
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 28654 (Moravian Falls, NC) homeowners insurance averages $1,242/yr, 27th percentile nationally, 30% below the U.S. norm.

$1,242
Avg premium (2022)
-30%
vs U.S. average
+8.6%
since 2018
27th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,242/yr
+8.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
51.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.61%
Avg severity: $13,948
Nonrenewal Rate
0.68%
-61.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 28654 (Moravian Falls, NC)

ZIP 28654 (Moravian Falls, NC) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,242 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 21 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 30% below that mark and lands in the 27th national percentile. The North Carolina statewide average is $1,379 per year; this ZIP sits 10% below that figure, ranking #454 of 722 tracked ZIPs in North Carolina by premium. The closest-priced peer within North Carolina is Purlear (ZIP 28665) at $1,243, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

ZIP 28654 shows a 51.8% loss ratio, an indication that insurers retained a working margin after claims. 4.61% of policies in ZIP 28654 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $13,948. 0.68% of ZIP 28654 policies go unrenewed at expiration, a drop of 61.3% over the past five years, a pattern that tends to precede broader insurer pullback in stressed markets.

Since 2018, premiums here have risen by 8.6% through 2022, ranging $1,144 to $1,242 with a 5-year average of $1,208, 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 28654 Compares

vs National Average
$1,242 vs $1,776
30% below national avg
vs North Carolina Average
$1,242 vs $1,379
10% below state avg
National Percentile
27th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 28654, 2018–2022

$1,100$1,150$1,200$1,250 20182019202020212022 $1,242
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 28654.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,144 -
2019 $1,210 +5.7%
2020 $1,209 -0.1%
2021 $1,234 +2.0%
2022 $1,242 +0.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,208
Premium Range
$1,144 - $1,242
Annual Change Rate
+2.1% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 28654

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 28654?
ZIP 28654 (Moravian Falls, NC) tracks close to the national middle for homeowners insurance costs: $1,242 per year as of 2022 (27th percentile, #454 of 722 ZIPs in North Carolina). Premiums have changed +8.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Moravian Falls, NC?
Three figures shape homeowners insurance costs in ZIP 28654: claims frequency (4.61%), loss ratio (51.8%), and nonrenewal rate (0.68%), together placing this ZIP at the 27th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 28654 compared to the national average?
Nationally, ZIP 28654 lands in the 27th percentile: its $1,242/yr average is 30% below the U.S. figure of $1,776/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 28654?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 28654 is 0.68%, a drop of 61.3% over the past 5 years in North Carolina.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 28654 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 28654 have ranged from $1,144 to $1,242, with a 5-year average of $1,208. The annualized change rate is +2.1% per year.
How does ZIP 28654 compare to the North Carolina state average?
The North Carolina state average is $1,379/yr; ZIP 28654 averages $1,242/yr, 10% below that figure, ranking #454 of 722 tracked ZIPs in North Carolina by premium.

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