ZIP 40507 Insurance Data

Lexington, Kentucky · Fayette County · 1,629 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,302/yr
-10.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
71.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
8.41%
Avg severity: $19,552
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 40507 (Lexington, KY)

ZIP 40507 (Lexington, KY) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,302 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,629 reported policies. That is 30% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 84th percentile nationally. Compared to the Kentucky state average of $1,557, this ZIP runs 48% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 40507 is 71.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 8.41%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $19,552.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 40507 have fallen by 10.0%, ranging from $2,302 to $2,738 with a five-year average of $2,564 — an annualized rate of -2.6% 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 40507 Compares

vs National Average
$2,302 vs $1,776
30% above national avg
vs Kentucky Average
$2,302 vs $1,557
48% above state avg
National Percentile
84th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,557
2019 $2,738 +7.1%
2020 $2,631 -3.9%
2021 $2,590 -1.5%
2022 $2,302 -11.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,564
Premium Range
$2,302 - $2,738
Annual Change Rate
-2.6% 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 40507?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 40507 (Lexington, KY) is $2,302 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -10.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Lexington, KY?
Key factors include claims frequency (8.41% in this ZIP), loss ratio (71.4%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 40507 compared to the national average?
ZIP 40507 premiums of $2,302/yr are 30% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 84th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 40507?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 40507 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 40507 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 40507 have ranged from $2,302 to $2,738, with a 5-year average of $2,564. The annualized change rate is -2.6% per year.
How does ZIP 40507 compare to the Kentucky state average?
ZIP 40507 has an average premium of $2,302/yr compared to the Kentucky state average of $1,557/yr. This ZIP is 48% above the state average.

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