ZIP 39079 Insurance Data

Goodman, Mississippi · Holmes County · 11 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,089/yr
+12.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
417.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
34.38%
Avg severity: $25,369
Nonrenewal Rate
0.78%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 39079 (Goodman, MS)

ZIP 39079 (Goodman, MS) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,089 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 11 reported policies. That is 18% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 78th percentile nationally. Compared to the Mississippi state average of $1,976, this ZIP runs 6% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 39079 is 417.5%, 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 34.38%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $25,369. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.78% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 39079 have risen by 12.9%, ranging from $1,849 to $2,115 with a five-year average of $1,975 — an annualized rate of +3.1% 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 39079 Compares

vs National Average
$2,089 vs $1,776
18% above national avg
vs Mississippi Average
$2,089 vs $1,976
6% above state avg
National Percentile
78th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,849
2019 $2,115 +14.4%
2020 $1,917 -9.4%
2021 $1,904 -0.7%
2022 $2,089 +9.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,975
Premium Range
$1,849 - $2,115
Annual Change Rate
+3.1% 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 39079?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 39079 (Goodman, MS) is $2,089 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +12.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Goodman, MS?
Key factors include claims frequency (34.38% in this ZIP), loss ratio (417.5%), and nonrenewal rates (0.78%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 39079 compared to the national average?
ZIP 39079 premiums of $2,089/yr are 18% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 78th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 39079?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 39079 is 0.78%. 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 39079 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 39079 have ranged from $1,849 to $2,115, with a 5-year average of $1,975. The annualized change rate is +3.1% per year.
How does ZIP 39079 compare to the Mississippi state average?
ZIP 39079 has an average premium of $2,089/yr compared to the Mississippi state average of $1,976/yr. This ZIP is 6% above the state average.

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