ZIP 29543 Insurance Data

Fork, South Carolina · Dillon County · 12 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,584/yr
+3.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
519.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.60%
Avg severity: $178,923
Nonrenewal Rate
1.15%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 29543 (Fork, SC)

ZIP 29543 (Fork, SC) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,584 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 12 reported policies. That is 11% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 52th percentile nationally. Compared to the South Carolina state average of $1,765, this ZIP runs 10% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 29543 is 519.2%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected — a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.60%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $178,923. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.15% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 29543 have risen by 3.7%, ranging from $1,478 to $1,584 with a five-year average of $1,530 — an annualized rate of +0.9% 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 29543 Compares

vs National Average
$1,584 vs $1,776
11% below national avg
vs South Carolina Average
$1,584 vs $1,765
10% below state avg
National Percentile
52th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,528
2019 $1,558 +1.9%
2020 $1,478 -5.1%
2021 $1,501 +1.6%
2022 $1,584 +5.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,530
Premium Range
$1,478 - $1,584
Annual Change Rate
+0.9% 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 29543?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 29543 (Fork, SC) is $1,584 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +3.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Fork, SC?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.60% in this ZIP), loss ratio (519.2%), and nonrenewal rates (1.15%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 29543 compared to the national average?
ZIP 29543 premiums of $1,584/yr are 11% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 52th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 29543?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 29543 is 1.15%. 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 29543 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 29543 have ranged from $1,478 to $1,584, with a 5-year average of $1,530. The annualized change rate is +0.9% per year.
How does ZIP 29543 compare to the South Carolina state average?
ZIP 29543 has an average premium of $1,584/yr compared to the South Carolina state average of $1,765/yr. This ZIP is 10% below the state average.

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