ZIP 33967 Insurance Data

Fort Myers, Florida · Lee County · 1,156 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,894/yr
-17.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
163.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
27.02%
Avg severity: $17,559
Nonrenewal Rate
0.35%
-47.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 33967 (Fort Myers, FL)

ZIP 33967 (Fort Myers, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,894 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,156 reported policies. That is 63% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 94th percentile nationally. Compared to the Florida state average of $4,870, this ZIP runs 41% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 33967 is 163.9%, 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 27.02%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,559. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.35% in this ZIP, a drop of 47.7% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 33967 have fallen by 17.5%, ranging from $2,847 to $3,508 with a five-year average of $3,092 — an annualized rate of -4.7% 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 33967 Compares

vs National Average
$2,894 vs $1,776
63% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$2,894 vs $4,870
41% below state avg
National Percentile
94th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $3,508
2019 $3,311 -5.6%
2020 $2,903 -12.3%
2021 $2,847 -1.9%
2022 $2,894 +1.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$3,092
Premium Range
$2,847 - $3,508
Annual Change Rate
-4.7% 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 33967?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 33967 (Fort Myers, FL) is $2,894 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -17.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Fort Myers, FL?
Key factors include claims frequency (27.02% in this ZIP), loss ratio (163.9%), and nonrenewal rates (0.35%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 33967 compared to the national average?
ZIP 33967 premiums of $2,894/yr are 63% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 94th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33967?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 33967 is 0.35%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -47.7% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 33967 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 33967 have ranged from $2,847 to $3,508, with a 5-year average of $3,092. The annualized change rate is -4.7% per year.
How does ZIP 33967 compare to the Florida state average?
ZIP 33967 has an average premium of $2,894/yr compared to the Florida state average of $4,870/yr. This ZIP is 41% below the state average.

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