ZIP 28762 Insurance Data

Old Fort, North Carolina · McDowell County · 26 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,172/yr
+5.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
28.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.26%
Avg severity: $10,288
Nonrenewal Rate
1.44%
-25.4% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 28762 (Old Fort, NC)

ZIP 28762 (Old Fort, NC) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,172 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 26 reported policies. That is 34% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 21th percentile nationally. Compared to the North Carolina state average of $1,379, this ZIP runs 15% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 28762 is 28.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.26%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $10,288. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.44% in this ZIP, a drop of 25.4% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 28762 have risen by 5.0%, ranging from $1,117 to $1,172 with a five-year average of $1,149 — an annualized rate of +1.2% 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 28762 Compares

vs National Average
$1,172 vs $1,776
34% below national avg
vs North Carolina Average
$1,172 vs $1,379
15% below state avg
National Percentile
21th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,117
2019 $1,134 +1.6%
2020 $1,155 +1.8%
2021 $1,166 +0.9%
2022 $1,172 +0.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,149
Premium Range
$1,117 - $1,172
Annual Change Rate
+1.2% 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 28762?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 28762 (Old Fort, NC) is $1,172 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +5.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Old Fort, NC?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.26% in this ZIP), loss ratio (28.6%), and nonrenewal rates (1.44%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 28762 compared to the national average?
ZIP 28762 premiums of $1,172/yr are 34% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 21th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 28762?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 28762 is 1.44%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -25.4% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 28762 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 28762 have ranged from $1,117 to $1,172, with a 5-year average of $1,149. The annualized change rate is +1.2% per year.
How does ZIP 28762 compare to the North Carolina state average?
ZIP 28762 has an average premium of $1,172/yr compared to the North Carolina state average of $1,379/yr. This ZIP is 15% below the state average.

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