ZIP 77090 Insurance Data

Houston, Texas · Harris County · 1,547 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,489/yr
+2.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
29.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.31%
Avg severity: $16,889
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 77090 (Houston, TX)

ZIP 77090 (Houston, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,489 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,547 reported policies. That is 40% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 89th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 6% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 77090 is 29.3%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.31%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $16,889.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 77090 have risen by 2.1%, ranging from $2,388 to $2,489 with a five-year average of $2,431 — an annualized rate of +0.5% 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 77090 Compares

vs National Average
$2,489 vs $1,776
40% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$2,489 vs $2,349
6% above state avg
National Percentile
89th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,437
2019 $2,414 -1.0%
2020 $2,425 +0.5%
2021 $2,388 -1.5%
2022 $2,489 +4.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,431
Premium Range
$2,388 - $2,489
Annual Change Rate
+0.5% 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 77090?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 77090 (Houston, TX) is $2,489 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +2.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Houston, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.31% in this ZIP), loss ratio (29.3%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 77090 compared to the national average?
ZIP 77090 premiums of $2,489/yr are 40% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 89th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77090?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77090 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 77090 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 77090 have ranged from $2,388 to $2,489, with a 5-year average of $2,431. The annualized change rate is +0.5% per year.
How does ZIP 77090 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 77090 has an average premium of $2,489/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 6% above the state average.

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