ZIP 35080 Insurance Data

Helena, Alabama · Shelby County · 140 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,732/yr
+7.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
34.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.57%
Avg severity: $10,871
Nonrenewal Rate
0.44%
-48.4% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 35080 (Helena, AL)

ZIP 35080 (Helena, AL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,732 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 140 reported policies. That is 2% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 62th percentile nationally. Compared to the Alabama state average of $1,931, this ZIP runs 10% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 35080 is 34.9%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.57%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $10,871. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.44% in this ZIP, a drop of 48.4% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 35080 have risen by 7.5%, ranging from $1,611 to $1,732 with a five-year average of $1,675 — an annualized rate of +1.8% 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 35080 Compares

vs National Average
$1,732 vs $1,776
2% below national avg
vs Alabama Average
$1,732 vs $1,931
10% below state avg
National Percentile
62th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,611
2019 $1,650 +2.4%
2020 $1,677 +1.7%
2021 $1,704 +1.6%
2022 $1,732 +1.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,675
Premium Range
$1,611 - $1,732
Annual Change Rate
+1.8% 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 35080?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 35080 (Helena, AL) is $1,732 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +7.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Helena, AL?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.57% in this ZIP), loss ratio (34.9%), and nonrenewal rates (0.44%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 35080 compared to the national average?
ZIP 35080 premiums of $1,732/yr are 2% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 62th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 35080?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 35080 is 0.44%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -48.4% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 35080 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 35080 have ranged from $1,611 to $1,732, with a 5-year average of $1,675. The annualized change rate is +1.8% per year.
How does ZIP 35080 compare to the Alabama state average?
ZIP 35080 has an average premium of $1,732/yr compared to the Alabama state average of $1,931/yr. This ZIP is 10% below the state average.

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