ZIP 36528 Insurance Data

Dauphin Island, Alabama · Mobile County · 76 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$8,482/yr
+9.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
47.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.90%
Avg severity: $212,058
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 36528 (Dauphin Island, AL)

ZIP 36528 (Dauphin Island, AL) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $8,482 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 76 reported policies. That is 378% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 100th percentile nationally. Compared to the Alabama state average of $1,931, this ZIP runs 339% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 36528 is 47.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.90%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $212,058.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 36528 have risen by 9.6%, ranging from $7,742 to $11,308 with a five-year average of $9,191 — an annualized rate of +2.3% 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 36528 Compares

vs National Average
$8,482 vs $1,776
378% above national avg
vs Alabama Average
$8,482 vs $1,931
339% above state avg
National Percentile
100th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $7,742
2019 $8,964 +15.8%
2020 $9,458 +5.5%
2021 $11,308 +19.6%
2022 $8,482 -25.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$9,191
Premium Range
$7,742 - $11,308
Annual Change Rate
+2.3% 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 36528?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 36528 (Dauphin Island, AL) is $8,482 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +9.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Dauphin Island, AL?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.90% in this ZIP), loss ratio (47.5%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 36528 compared to the national average?
ZIP 36528 premiums of $8,482/yr are 378% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 100th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 36528?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 36528 is N/A. 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 36528 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 36528 have ranged from $7,742 to $11,308, with a 5-year average of $9,191. The annualized change rate is +2.3% per year.
How does ZIP 36528 compare to the Alabama state average?
ZIP 36528 has an average premium of $8,482/yr compared to the Alabama state average of $1,931/yr. This ZIP is 339% above the state average.

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