ZIP 77479 Insurance Data

Sugar Land, Texas · Fort Bend County · 871 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,746/yr
+13.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
31.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.96%
Avg severity: $23,738
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 77479 (Sugar Land, TX)

ZIP 77479 (Sugar Land, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,746 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 871 reported policies. That is 111% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 97th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 59% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 77479 is 31.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.96%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $23,738.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 77479 have risen by 13.8%, ranging from $3,291 to $3,746 with a five-year average of $3,444 — an annualized rate of +3.3% 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 77479 Compares

vs National Average
$3,746 vs $1,776
111% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$3,746 vs $2,349
59% above state avg
National Percentile
97th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $3,293
2019 $3,291 -0.1%
2020 $3,370 +2.4%
2021 $3,522 +4.5%
2022 $3,746 +6.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$3,444
Premium Range
$3,291 - $3,746
Annual Change Rate
+3.3% 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 77479?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 77479 (Sugar Land, TX) is $3,746 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +13.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Sugar Land, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.96% in this ZIP), loss ratio (31.4%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 77479 compared to the national average?
ZIP 77479 premiums of $3,746/yr are 111% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 97th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77479?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77479 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 77479 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 77479 have ranged from $3,291 to $3,746, with a 5-year average of $3,444. The annualized change rate is +3.3% per year.
How does ZIP 77479 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 77479 has an average premium of $3,746/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 59% above the state average.

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