ZIP 34241 Insurance Data

Sarasota, Florida · Sarasota County · 76 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,374/yr
-22.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
86.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
14.58%
Avg severity: $20,078
Nonrenewal Rate
0.52%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 34241 (Sarasota, FL)

ZIP 34241 (Sarasota, FL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,374 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 76 reported policies. That is 90% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 97th percentile nationally. Compared to the Florida state average of $4,870, this ZIP runs 31% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 34241 is 86.8%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 14.58%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $20,078. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.52% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 34241 have fallen by 22.8%, ranging from $3,374 to $4,368 with a five-year average of $3,789 — an annualized rate of -6.3% 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 34241 Compares

vs National Average
$3,374 vs $1,776
90% above national avg
vs Florida Average
$3,374 vs $4,870
31% below state avg
National Percentile
97th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $4,368
2019 $4,273 -2.2%
2020 $3,490 -18.3%
2021 $3,441 -1.4%
2022 $3,374 -2.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$3,789
Premium Range
$3,374 - $4,368
Annual Change Rate
-6.3% 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 34241?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 34241 (Sarasota, FL) is $3,374 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -22.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Sarasota, FL?
Key factors include claims frequency (14.58% in this ZIP), loss ratio (86.8%), and nonrenewal rates (0.52%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 34241 compared to the national average?
ZIP 34241 premiums of $3,374/yr are 90% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 97th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 34241?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 34241 is 0.52%. 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 34241 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 34241 have ranged from $3,374 to $4,368, with a 5-year average of $3,789. The annualized change rate is -6.3% per year.
How does ZIP 34241 compare to the Florida state average?
ZIP 34241 has an average premium of $3,374/yr compared to the Florida state average of $4,870/yr. This ZIP is 31% below the state average.

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