ZIP 72934 Insurance Data

Chester, Arkansas · Crawford County · 5 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,680/yr
+20.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
24.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.58%
Avg severity: $8,874
Nonrenewal Rate
2.29%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 72934 (Chester, AR)

ZIP 72934 (Chester, AR) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,680 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 5 reported policies. That is 5% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 59th percentile nationally. Compared to the Arkansas state average of $1,736, this ZIP runs 3% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 72934 is 24.2%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.58%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $8,874. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 2.29% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 72934 have risen by 20.5%, ranging from $1,394 to $1,680 with a five-year average of $1,544 — an annualized rate of +4.8% 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 72934 Compares

vs National Average
$1,680 vs $1,776
5% below national avg
vs Arkansas Average
$1,680 vs $1,736
3% below state avg
National Percentile
59th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,394
2019 $1,506 +8.1%
2020 $1,522 +1.1%
2021 $1,620 +6.4%
2022 $1,680 +3.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,544
Premium Range
$1,394 - $1,680
Annual Change Rate
+4.8% 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 72934?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 72934 (Chester, AR) is $1,680 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +20.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Chester, AR?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.58% in this ZIP), loss ratio (24.2%), and nonrenewal rates (2.29%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 72934 compared to the national average?
ZIP 72934 premiums of $1,680/yr are 5% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 59th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 72934?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 72934 is 2.29%. 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 72934 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 72934 have ranged from $1,394 to $1,680, with a 5-year average of $1,544. The annualized change rate is +4.8% per year.
How does ZIP 72934 compare to the Arkansas state average?
ZIP 72934 has an average premium of $1,680/yr compared to the Arkansas state average of $1,736/yr. This ZIP is 3% below the state average.

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