ZIP 29915 Insurance Data

Daufuskie Island, South Carolina · Beaufort County · 14 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$9,796/yr
+6.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
3.7%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.75%
Avg severity: $20,813
Nonrenewal Rate
7.02%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 29915 (Daufuskie Island, SC)

ZIP 29915 (Daufuskie Island, SC) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $9,796 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 14 reported policies. That is 452% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 100th percentile nationally. Compared to the South Carolina state average of $1,765, this ZIP runs 455% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 29915 is 3.7%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.75%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $20,813. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 7.02% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 29915 have risen by 6.5%, ranging from $9,194 to $11,422 with a five-year average of $10,198 — an annualized rate of +1.6% 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 29915 Compares

vs National Average
$9,796 vs $1,776
452% above national avg
vs South Carolina Average
$9,796 vs $1,765
455% above state avg
National Percentile
100th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $9,194
2019 $10,636 +15.7%
2020 $9,944 -6.5%
2021 $11,422 +14.9%
2022 $9,796 -14.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$10,198
Premium Range
$9,194 - $11,422
Annual Change Rate
+1.6% 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 29915?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 29915 (Daufuskie Island, SC) is $9,796 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +6.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Daufuskie Island, SC?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.75% in this ZIP), loss ratio (3.7%), and nonrenewal rates (7.02%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 29915 compared to the national average?
ZIP 29915 premiums of $9,796/yr are 452% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 100th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 29915?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 29915 is 7.02%. 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 29915 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 29915 have ranged from $9,194 to $11,422, with a 5-year average of $10,198. The annualized change rate is +1.6% per year.
How does ZIP 29915 compare to the South Carolina state average?
ZIP 29915 has an average premium of $9,796/yr compared to the South Carolina state average of $1,765/yr. This ZIP is 455% above the state average.

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