ZIP 32779 Insurance Data

Longwood, Florida · Seminole County · 563 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$4,358/yr
-19.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
115.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
20.20%
Avg severity: $25,001
Nonrenewal Rate
0.56%
+45.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 32779 (Longwood, FL)

ZIP 32779 (Longwood, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $4,358 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 563 reported policies. That is 145% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 98th percentile nationally. Compared to the Florida state average of $4,870, this ZIP runs 11% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 32779 is 115.9%, 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 20.20%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $25,001. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.56% in this ZIP, a rise of 45.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 32779 have fallen by 19.7%, ranging from $4,358 to $6,006 with a five-year average of $5,165 — an annualized rate of -5.3% 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 32779 Compares

vs National Average
$4,358 vs $1,776
145% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$4,358 vs $4,870
11% below state avg
National Percentile
98th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $5,424
2019 $6,006 +10.7%
2020 $5,391 -10.2%
2021 $4,645 -13.8%
2022 $4,358 -6.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$5,165
Premium Range
$4,358 - $6,006
Annual Change Rate
-5.3% 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 32779?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 32779 (Longwood, FL) is $4,358 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -19.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Longwood, FL?
Key factors include claims frequency (20.20% in this ZIP), loss ratio (115.9%), and nonrenewal rates (0.56%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 32779 compared to the national average?
ZIP 32779 premiums of $4,358/yr are 145% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 98th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 32779?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 32779 is 0.56%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +45.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 32779 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 32779 have ranged from $4,358 to $6,006, with a 5-year average of $5,165. The annualized change rate is -5.3% per year.
How does ZIP 32779 compare to the Florida state average?
ZIP 32779 has an average premium of $4,358/yr compared to the Florida state average of $4,870/yr. This ZIP is 11% below the state average.

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