ZIP 39479 Insurance Data

Seminary, Mississippi · Covington County · 17 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,001/yr
+5.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
119.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
7.48%
Avg severity: $32,003
Nonrenewal Rate
1.25%
-19.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 39479 (Seminary, MS)

ZIP 39479 (Seminary, MS) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,001 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 17 reported policies. That is 13% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 75th percentile nationally. Compared to the Mississippi state average of $1,976, this ZIP runs 1% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 39479 is 119.6%, 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 7.48%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $32,003. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.25% in this ZIP, a drop of 19.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 39479 have risen by 5.5%, ranging from $1,897 to $2,001 with a five-year average of $1,961 — an annualized rate of +1.3% 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 39479 Compares

vs National Average
$2,001 vs $1,776
13% above national avg
vs Mississippi Average
$2,001 vs $1,976
1% above state avg
National Percentile
75th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,897
2019 $1,957 +3.2%
2020 $1,962 +0.3%
2021 $1,989 +1.4%
2022 $2,001 +0.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,961
Premium Range
$1,897 - $2,001
Annual Change Rate
+1.3% 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 39479?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 39479 (Seminary, MS) is $2,001 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +5.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Seminary, MS?
Key factors include claims frequency (7.48% in this ZIP), loss ratio (119.6%), and nonrenewal rates (1.25%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 39479 compared to the national average?
ZIP 39479 premiums of $2,001/yr are 13% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 75th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 39479?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 39479 is 1.25%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -19.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 39479 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 39479 have ranged from $1,897 to $2,001, with a 5-year average of $1,961. The annualized change rate is +1.3% per year.
How does ZIP 39479 compare to the Mississippi state average?
ZIP 39479 has an average premium of $2,001/yr compared to the Mississippi state average of $1,976/yr. This ZIP is 1% above the state average.

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