ZIP 32953 · Brevard County

Merritt Island, FL Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 32953, Merritt Island, Florida.

22.9%
Loss ratio
0.25%
Nonrenewal rate
#217 of 559
Florida rank
272
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Merritt Island, FL (ZIP 32953) runs $3,890/yr on average: the 98th percentile nationally and 119% above the U.S. average.

$3,890
Avg premium (2022)
+119%
vs U.S. average
-29.1%
since 2018
98th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,890/yr
-29.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
22.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
6.90%
Avg severity: $12,911
Nonrenewal Rate
0.25%
-37.4% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 32953 (Merritt Island, FL)

ZIP 32953 (Merritt Island, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,890 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 272 reported policies. That is 119% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 98th percentile nationally. Florida homeowners pay $4,870 per year on average; this ZIP diverges by 20% (below), ranking #217 of 559 tracked ZIPs in Florida by premium. The closest-priced peer within Florida is Melbourne (ZIP 32934) at $3,904, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

The loss ratio for ZIP 32953 is 22.9%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. About 6.90% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $12,911. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.25% in this ZIP, a drop of 37.4% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Premium data spanning 5 years shows ZIP 32953 costs have fallen 29.1% since 2018, from a low of $3,890 to a high of $5,491, an annualized rate of -8.3% 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 32953 Compares

vs National Average
$3,890 vs $1,776
119% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$3,890 vs $4,870
20% below state avg
National Percentile
98th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 32953, 2018–2022

$3,500$4,000$4,500$5,000$5,500$6,000 20182019202020212022 $3,890
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 32953.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $5,491 -
2019 $5,321 -3.1%
2020 $4,555 -14.4%
2021 $4,032 -11.5%
2022 $3,890 -3.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$4,658
Premium Range
$3,890 - $5,491
Annual Change Rate
-8.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 32953

This ZIP runs well above the U.S. average, shop coverage actively and budget for it.

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 32953?
At the 98th percentile nationally, #217 of 559 ZIPs in Florida, ZIP 32953 (Merritt Island, FL) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $3,890 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -29.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Merritt Island, FL?
Three figures shape homeowners insurance costs in ZIP 32953: claims frequency (6.90%), loss ratio (22.9%), and nonrenewal rate (0.25%), together placing this ZIP at the 98th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 32953 compared to the national average?
At $3,890/yr, ZIP 32953 runs 119% above the national average of $1,776/yr, the 98th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 32953?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 32953 is 0.25%, a drop of 37.4% over the past 5 years in Florida.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 32953 over 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, 2018 through 2022, the range in ZIP 32953 runs $3,890-$5,491 (5-year average $4,658). The annualized change rate is -8.3% per year.
How does ZIP 32953 compare to the Florida state average?
ZIP 32953 runs 20% below the Florida state average ($4,870/yr vs this ZIP's $3,890/yr), ranking #217 of 559 tracked ZIPs in Florida by premium.

Every figure on PlainInsure is rendered directly from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on U.S. Treasury FIO data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.