ZIP 34232 Insurance Data

Sarasota, Florida · Sarasota County · 1,088 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,277/yr
-21.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
43.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
10.33%
Avg severity: $13,679
Nonrenewal Rate
1.22%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 34232 (Sarasota, FL)

ZIP 34232 (Sarasota, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,277 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,088 reported policies. That is 85% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 96th percentile nationally. Compared to the Florida state average of $4,870, this ZIP runs 33% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 34232 is 43.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 10.33%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $13,679. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.22% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 34232 have fallen by 21.6%, ranging from $2,972 to $4,268 with a five-year average of $3,574 — an annualized rate of -5.9% 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 34232 Compares

vs National Average
$3,277 vs $1,776
85% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$3,277 vs $4,870
33% below state avg
National Percentile
96th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $4,182
2019 $4,268 +2.1%
2020 $3,169 -25.8%
2021 $2,972 -6.2%
2022 $3,277 +10.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$3,574
Premium Range
$2,972 - $4,268
Annual Change Rate
-5.9% 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 34232?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 34232 (Sarasota, FL) is $3,277 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -21.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Sarasota, FL?
Key factors include claims frequency (10.33% in this ZIP), loss ratio (43.1%), and nonrenewal rates (1.22%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 34232 compared to the national average?
ZIP 34232 premiums of $3,277/yr are 85% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 96th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 34232?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 34232 is 1.22%. 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 34232 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 34232 have ranged from $2,972 to $4,268, with a 5-year average of $3,574. The annualized change rate is -5.9% per year.
How does ZIP 34232 compare to the Florida state average?
ZIP 34232 has an average premium of $3,277/yr compared to the Florida state average of $4,870/yr. This ZIP is 33% below the state average.

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