ZIP 28742 · Henderson County

Horse Shoe, NC Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 28742, Horse Shoe, North Carolina.

63.4%
Loss ratio
1.53%
Nonrenewal rate
#363 of 722
North Carolina rank
42
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 28742 (Horse Shoe, NC) homeowners insurance averages $1,318/yr, 33rd percentile nationally, 26% below the U.S. norm.

$1,318
Avg premium (2022)
-26%
vs U.S. average
+15.1%
since 2018
33rd
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,318/yr
+15.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
63.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.74%
Avg severity: $17,633
Nonrenewal Rate
1.53%
+6.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 28742 (Horse Shoe, NC)

Homeowners in ZIP 28742 (Horse Shoe, NC) pay an average of $1,318 per year for insurance as of 2022, according to U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level data across approximately 42 reported policies. That is 26% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 33rd percentile nationally. North Carolina homeowners pay $1,379 per year on average; this ZIP diverges by 4% (below), ranking #363 of 722 tracked ZIPs in North Carolina by premium. The closest-priced peer within North Carolina is Belvidere (ZIP 27919) at $1,318, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 63.4%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in this ZIP. 4.74% of policies in ZIP 28742 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,633. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 1.53% in this ZIP, a rise of 6.5% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 28742 premiums risen 15.1%, spanning $1,145 to $1,318 (five-year average: $1,248), an annualized rate of +3.6% 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 28742 Compares

vs National Average
$1,318 vs $1,776
26% below national avg
vs North Carolina Average
$1,318 vs $1,379
4% below state avg
National Percentile
33th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 28742, 2018–2022

$1,100$1,150$1,200$1,250$1,300$1,350 20182019202020212022 $1,318
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 28742.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,145 -
2019 $1,208 +5.5%
2020 $1,251 +3.6%
2021 $1,316 +5.2%
2022 $1,318 +0.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,248
Premium Range
$1,145 - $1,318
Annual Change Rate
+3.6% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 28742

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 28742?
At the 33rd percentile nationally, #363 of 722 ZIPs in North Carolina, ZIP 28742 (Horse Shoe, NC) pays a middle-of-the-pack $1,318 per year as of 2022 for homeowners insurance. Premiums have changed +15.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Horse Shoe, NC?
Three figures shape homeowners insurance costs in ZIP 28742: claims frequency (4.74%), loss ratio (63.4%), and nonrenewal rate (1.53%), together placing this ZIP at the 33rd national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 28742 compared to the national average?
ZIP 28742 premiums of $1,318/yr are 26% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 33rd percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 28742?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 28742 is 1.53%, a rise of 6.5% over the past 5 years in North Carolina.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 28742 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 28742 have ranged from $1,145 to $1,318, with a 5-year average of $1,248. The annualized change rate is +3.6% per year.
How does ZIP 28742 compare to the North Carolina state average?
The North Carolina state average is $1,379/yr; ZIP 28742 averages $1,318/yr, 4% below that figure, ranking #363 of 722 tracked ZIPs in North Carolina by premium.

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