ZIP 33908 Insurance Data

Fort Myers, Florida · Lee County · 457 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$4,575/yr
-23.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
621.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
62.77%
Avg severity: $45,267
Nonrenewal Rate
0.65%
-12.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 33908 (Fort Myers, FL)

ZIP 33908 (Fort Myers, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $4,575 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 457 reported policies. That is 158% 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 6% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 33908 is 621.1%, 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 62.77%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $45,267. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.65% in this ZIP, a drop of 12.3% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 33908 have fallen by 23.9%, ranging from $4,376 to $6,013 with a five-year average of $5,210 — an annualized rate of -6.6% 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 33908 Compares

vs National Average
$4,575 vs $1,776
158% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$4,575 vs $4,870
6% below state avg
National Percentile
98th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $6,013
2019 $5,924 -1.5%
2020 $5,164 -12.8%
2021 $4,376 -15.3%
2022 $4,575 +4.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$5,210
Premium Range
$4,376 - $6,013
Annual Change Rate
-6.6% 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 33908?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 33908 (Fort Myers, FL) is $4,575 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -23.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Fort Myers, FL?
Key factors include claims frequency (62.77% in this ZIP), loss ratio (621.1%), and nonrenewal rates (0.65%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 33908 compared to the national average?
ZIP 33908 premiums of $4,575/yr are 158% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 98th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33908?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33908 is 0.65%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -12.3% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 33908 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 33908 have ranged from $4,376 to $6,013, with a 5-year average of $5,210. The annualized change rate is -6.6% per year.
How does ZIP 33908 compare to the Florida state average?
ZIP 33908 has an average premium of $4,575/yr compared to the Florida state average of $4,870/yr. This ZIP is 6% below the state average.

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