ZIP 70032 Insurance Data

Arabi, Louisiana · St. Bernard County · 802 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,746/yr
-3.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
513.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
31.02%
Avg severity: $45,484
Nonrenewal Rate
8.33%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 70032 (Arabi, LA)

ZIP 70032 (Arabi, LA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,746 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 802 reported policies. That is 55% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 92th percentile nationally. Compared to the Louisiana state average of $2,539, this ZIP runs 8% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 70032 is 513.8%, 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 31.02%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $45,484. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 8.33% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 70032 have fallen by 3.2%, ranging from $2,708 to $2,838 with a five-year average of $2,766 — an annualized rate of -0.8% 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 70032 Compares

vs National Average
$2,746 vs $1,776
55% above national avg
vs Louisiana Average
$2,746 vs $2,539
8% above state avg
National Percentile
92th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,838
2019 $2,800 -1.3%
2020 $2,708 -3.3%
2021 $2,739 +1.2%
2022 $2,746 +0.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,766
Premium Range
$2,708 - $2,838
Annual Change Rate
-0.8% 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 70032?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 70032 (Arabi, LA) is $2,746 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -3.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Arabi, LA?
Key factors include claims frequency (31.02% in this ZIP), loss ratio (513.8%), and nonrenewal rates (8.33%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 70032 compared to the national average?
ZIP 70032 premiums of $2,746/yr are 55% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 92th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 70032?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 70032 is 8.33%. 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 70032 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 70032 have ranged from $2,708 to $2,838, with a 5-year average of $2,766. The annualized change rate is -0.8% per year.
How does ZIP 70032 compare to the Louisiana state average?
ZIP 70032 has an average premium of $2,746/yr compared to the Louisiana state average of $2,539/yr. This ZIP is 8% above the state average.

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