ZIP 72348 Insurance Data

Hughes, Arkansas · St. Francis County · 6 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,449/yr
-0.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
102.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
10.93%
Avg severity: $22,895
Nonrenewal Rate
1.19%
+50.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 72348 (Hughes, AR)

ZIP 72348 (Hughes, AR) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,449 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 6 reported policies. That is 38% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 88th percentile nationally. Compared to the Arkansas state average of $1,736, this ZIP runs 41% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 72348 is 102.1%, 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 10.93%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $22,895. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.19% in this ZIP, a rise of 50.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 72348 have fallen by 0.0%, ranging from $2,399 to $2,482 with a five-year average of $2,448 — an annualized rate of -0.0% 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 72348 Compares

vs National Average
$2,449 vs $1,776
38% above national avg
vs Arkansas Average
$2,449 vs $1,736
41% above state avg
National Percentile
88th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,450
2019 $2,458 +0.3%
2020 $2,482 +1.0%
2021 $2,399 -3.4%
2022 $2,449 +2.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,448
Premium Range
$2,399 - $2,482
Annual Change Rate
-0.0% 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 72348?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 72348 (Hughes, AR) is $2,449 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -0.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Hughes, AR?
Key factors include claims frequency (10.93% in this ZIP), loss ratio (102.1%), and nonrenewal rates (1.19%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 72348 compared to the national average?
ZIP 72348 premiums of $2,449/yr are 38% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 88th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 72348?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 72348 is 1.19%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +50.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 72348 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 72348 have ranged from $2,399 to $2,482, with a 5-year average of $2,448. The annualized change rate is -0.0% per year.
How does ZIP 72348 compare to the Arkansas state average?
ZIP 72348 has an average premium of $2,449/yr compared to the Arkansas state average of $1,736/yr. This ZIP is 41% above the state average.

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