ZIP 33905 Insurance Data

Fort Myers, Florida · Lee County · 286 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,549/yr
-24.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
188.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
23.40%
Avg severity: $20,532
Nonrenewal Rate
0.87%
-35.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 33905 (Fort Myers, FL)

ZIP 33905 (Fort Myers, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,549 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 286 reported policies. That is 44% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 90th percentile nationally. Compared to the Florida state average of $4,870, this ZIP runs 48% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 33905 is 188.5%, 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 23.40%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $20,532. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.87% in this ZIP, a drop of 35.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 33905 have fallen by 24.4%, ranging from $2,440 to $3,371 with a five-year average of $2,844 — an annualized rate of -6.8% 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 33905 Compares

vs National Average
$2,549 vs $1,776
44% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$2,549 vs $4,870
48% below state avg
National Percentile
90th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $3,371
2019 $3,115 -7.6%
2020 $2,747 -11.8%
2021 $2,440 -11.2%
2022 $2,549 +4.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,844
Premium Range
$2,440 - $3,371
Annual Change Rate
-6.8% 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 33905?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 33905 (Fort Myers, FL) is $2,549 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -24.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Fort Myers, FL?
Key factors include claims frequency (23.40% in this ZIP), loss ratio (188.5%), and nonrenewal rates (0.87%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 33905 compared to the national average?
ZIP 33905 premiums of $2,549/yr are 44% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 90th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33905?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33905 is 0.87%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -35.9% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 33905 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 33905 have ranged from $2,440 to $3,371, with a 5-year average of $2,844. The annualized change rate is -6.8% per year.
How does ZIP 33905 compare to the Florida state average?
ZIP 33905 has an average premium of $2,549/yr compared to the Florida state average of $4,870/yr. This ZIP is 48% below the state average.

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