ZIP 33954 Insurance Data

Port Charlotte, Florida · Charlotte County · 422 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,466/yr
-19.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
741.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
71.77%
Avg severity: $25,484
Nonrenewal Rate
1.61%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 33954 (Port Charlotte, FL)

ZIP 33954 (Port Charlotte, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,466 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 422 reported policies. That is 39% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 88th percentile nationally. Compared to the Florida state average of $4,870, this ZIP runs 49% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 33954 is 741.6%, 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 71.77%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $25,484. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.61% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 33954 have fallen by 19.0%, ranging from $2,466 to $3,474 with a five-year average of $2,822 — an annualized rate of -5.1% 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 33954 Compares

vs National Average
$2,466 vs $1,776
39% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$2,466 vs $4,870
49% below state avg
National Percentile
88th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $3,045
2019 $3,474 +14.1%
2020 $2,552 -26.5%
2021 $2,571 +0.7%
2022 $2,466 -4.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,822
Premium Range
$2,466 - $3,474
Annual Change Rate
-5.1% 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 33954?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 33954 (Port Charlotte, FL) is $2,466 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -19.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Port Charlotte, FL?
Key factors include claims frequency (71.77% in this ZIP), loss ratio (741.6%), and nonrenewal rates (1.61%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 33954 compared to the national average?
ZIP 33954 premiums of $2,466/yr are 39% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 88th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33954?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33954 is 1.61%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 33954 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 33954 have ranged from $2,466 to $3,474, with a 5-year average of $2,822. The annualized change rate is -5.1% per year.
How does ZIP 33954 compare to the Florida state average?
ZIP 33954 has an average premium of $2,466/yr compared to the Florida state average of $4,870/yr. This ZIP is 49% below the state average.

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