ZIP 51357 Insurance Data

Royal, Iowa · Clay County · 6 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,919/yr
+24.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
133.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
18.87%
Avg severity: $13,542
Nonrenewal Rate
1.89%
+1.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 51357 (Royal, IA)

ZIP 51357 (Royal, IA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,919 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 6 reported policies. That is 8% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 72th percentile nationally. Compared to the Iowa state average of $1,629, this ZIP runs 18% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 51357 is 133.2%, 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 18.87%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $13,542. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.89% in this ZIP, a rise of 1.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 51357 have risen by 24.6%, ranging from $1,540 to $1,919 with a five-year average of $1,750 — an annualized rate of +5.7% 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 51357 Compares

vs National Average
$1,919 vs $1,776
8% above national avg
vs Iowa Average
$1,919 vs $1,629
18% above state avg
National Percentile
72th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,540
2019 $1,711 +11.1%
2020 $1,897 +10.8%
2021 $1,684 -11.2%
2022 $1,919 +14.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,750
Premium Range
$1,540 - $1,919
Annual Change Rate
+5.7% 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 51357?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 51357 (Royal, IA) is $1,919 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +24.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Royal, IA?
Key factors include claims frequency (18.87% in this ZIP), loss ratio (133.2%), and nonrenewal rates (1.89%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 51357 compared to the national average?
ZIP 51357 premiums of $1,919/yr are 8% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 72th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 51357?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 51357 is 1.89%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +1.9% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 51357 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 51357 have ranged from $1,540 to $1,919, with a 5-year average of $1,750. The annualized change rate is +5.7% per year.
How does ZIP 51357 compare to the Iowa state average?
ZIP 51357 has an average premium of $1,919/yr compared to the Iowa state average of $1,629/yr. This ZIP is 18% above the state average.

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