ZIP 77598 Insurance Data

Webster, Texas · Harris County · 735 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$3,227/yr
+17.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
12.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.58%
Avg severity: $15,805
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 77598 (Webster, TX)

ZIP 77598 (Webster, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $3,227 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 735 reported policies. That is 82% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 96th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 37% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 77598 is 12.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.58%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $15,805.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 77598 have risen by 17.6%, ranging from $2,745 to $3,227 with a five-year average of $2,959 — an annualized rate of +4.1% 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 77598 Compares

vs National Average
$3,227 vs $1,776
82% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$3,227 vs $2,349
37% above state avg
National Percentile
96th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,745
2019 $2,766 +0.8%
2020 $2,946 +6.5%
2021 $3,112 +5.6%
2022 $3,227 +3.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,959
Premium Range
$2,745 - $3,227
Annual Change Rate
+4.1% 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 77598?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 77598 (Webster, TX) is $3,227 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +17.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Webster, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.58% in this ZIP), loss ratio (12.6%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 77598 compared to the national average?
ZIP 77598 premiums of $3,227/yr are 82% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 96th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77598?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77598 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 77598 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 77598 have ranged from $2,745 to $3,227, with a 5-year average of $2,959. The annualized change rate is +4.1% per year.
How does ZIP 77598 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 77598 has an average premium of $3,227/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 37% above the state average.

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