ZIP 33956 · Lee County

Saint James City, FL Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 33956, Saint James City, Florida.

195.3%
Loss ratio
0.87%
Nonrenewal rate
#171 of 559
Florida rank
89
Policies

The verdict

Saint James City, FL (ZIP 33956) averages $4,653/yr for homeowners insurance, 162% above the U.S. average, placing it in the 98th percentile nationally.

$4,653
Avg premium (2022)
+162%
vs U.S. average
+7.7%
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)
$4,653/yr
+7.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
195.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
22.61%
Avg severity: $40,189
Nonrenewal Rate
0.87%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 33956 (Saint James City, FL)

ZIP 33956 (Saint James City, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $4,653 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 89 reported policies. That is 162% 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 4% below, ranking #171 of 559 tracked ZIPs in Florida by premium. The closest-priced peer within Florida is Atlantic Beach (ZIP 32233) at $4,675, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

The loss ratio for ZIP 33956 is 195.3%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected, a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. About 22.61% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $40,189. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.87% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Premium data spanning 5 years shows ZIP 33956 costs have risen 7.7% since 2018, from a low of $3,994 to a high of $5,305, an annualized rate of +1.9% 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 33956 Compares

vs National Average
$4,653 vs $1,776
162% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$4,653 vs $4,870
4% below state avg
National Percentile
98th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 33956, 2018–2022

$3,500$4,000$4,500$5,000$5,500 20182019202020212022 $4,653
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 33956.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $4,322 -
2019 $5,305 +22.7%
2020 $3,994 -24.7%
2021 $4,323 +8.2%
2022 $4,653 +7.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$4,520
Premium Range
$3,994 - $5,305
Annual Change Rate
+1.9% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 33956

Costs here sit well above the national norm, budget accordingly and shop coverage actively.

  • Compare ZIP 33956 against nearby ZIPs to spot where rates run lower. 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 33956?
At the 98th percentile nationally, #171 of 559 ZIPs in Florida, ZIP 33956 (Saint James City, FL) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $4,653 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +7.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Saint James City, FL?
Two cost drivers stand out in ZIP 33956: a claims frequency of 22.61% and a nonrenewal rate of 0.87%, against a loss ratio above 100% (195.3%) that shows insurers paying out more than they collect.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 33956 compared to the national average?
ZIP 33956 premiums of $4,653/yr are 162% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 98th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33956?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33956 is 0.87% in Florida.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 33956 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 33956 have ranged from $3,994 to $5,305, with a 5-year average of $4,520. The annualized change rate is +1.9% per year.
How does ZIP 33956 compare to the Florida state average?
The Florida state average is $4,870/yr; ZIP 33956 averages $4,653/yr, 4% below that figure, ranking #171 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.