ZIP 33901 · Lee County

Fort Myers, FL Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 33901, Fort Myers, Florida.

148.9%
Loss ratio
1.69%
Nonrenewal rate
#193 of 559
Florida rank
1,208
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Fort Myers, FL (ZIP 33901) runs $4,187/yr on average: the 98th percentile nationally and 136% above the U.S. average.

$4,187
Avg premium (2022)
+136%
vs U.S. average
-29.2%
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)
$4,187/yr
-29.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
148.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
32.20%
Avg severity: $19,355
Nonrenewal Rate
1.69%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 33901 (Fort Myers, FL)

For 2022, the average cost of homeowners insurance in ZIP 33901 (Fort Myers, FL) runs $4,187 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO's ZIP-level tracking across approximately 1,208 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 136% above that mark and lands in the 98th national percentile. Against Florida's average of $4,870, ZIP 33901 is 14% below, ranking #193 of 559 tracked ZIPs in Florida by premium. The closest-priced peer within Florida is West Palm Beach (ZIP 33415) at $4,191, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 148.9%, insurers paid out more in claims than they collected, a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit in this ZIP. 32.20% of policies in ZIP 33901 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $19,355. 1.69% of ZIP 33901 policies go unrenewed at expiration, a pattern that tends to precede broader insurer pullback in stressed markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 33901 have fallen by 29.2%, ranging from $4,112 to $5,912 with a five-year average of $4,820, 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 33901 Compares

vs National Average
$4,187 vs $1,776
136% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$4,187 vs $4,870
14% below state avg
National Percentile
98th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 33901, 2018–2022

$4,000$4,500$5,000$5,500$6,000$6,500 20182019202020212022 $4,187
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 33901.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $5,912 -
2019 $5,355 -9.4%
2020 $4,536 -15.3%
2021 $4,112 -9.4%
2022 $4,187 +1.8%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$4,820
Premium Range
$4,112 - $5,912
Annual Change Rate
-8.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 33901

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

  • Put ZIP 33901 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • See how Florida compares to other states on premiums and nonrenewal. Florida overview
  • A loss ratio above 100% in this ZIP points to rate pressure ahead, see what it means for renewals. Loss ratio guide

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 33901?
At the 98th percentile nationally, #193 of 559 ZIPs in Florida, ZIP 33901 (Fort Myers, FL) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $4,187 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -29.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Fort Myers, FL?
Insurers in ZIP 33901 pay out more in claims than they collect, a loss ratio of 148.9%, alongside a claims frequency of 32.20% and a nonrenewal rate of 1.69%.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 33901 compared to the national average?
ZIP 33901 premiums of $4,187/yr are 136% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 98th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33901?
ZIP 33901 shows a nonrenewal rate of 1.69% in Florida.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 33901 over 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, 2018 through 2022, the range in ZIP 33901 runs $4,112-$5,912 (5-year average $4,820). The annualized change rate is -8.3% per year.
How does ZIP 33901 compare to the Florida state average?
The Florida state average is $4,870/yr; ZIP 33901 averages $4,187/yr, 14% below that figure, ranking #193 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.