ZIP 77640 Insurance Data

Port Arthur, Texas · Jefferson County · 169 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,665/yr
+12.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
17.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.33%
Avg severity: $12,294
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 77640 (Port Arthur, TX)

ZIP 77640 (Port Arthur, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,665 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 169 reported policies. That is 6% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 58th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 29% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 77640 is 17.2%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.33%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $12,294.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 77640 have risen by 12.9%, ranging from $1,475 to $1,692 with a five-year average of $1,621 — an annualized rate of +3.1% 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 77640 Compares

vs National Average
$1,665 vs $1,776
6% below national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,665 vs $2,349
29% below state avg
National Percentile
58th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,475
2019 $1,590 +7.8%
2020 $1,692 +6.4%
2021 $1,684 -0.5%
2022 $1,665 -1.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,621
Premium Range
$1,475 - $1,692
Annual Change Rate
+3.1% 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 77640?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 77640 (Port Arthur, TX) is $1,665 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +12.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Port Arthur, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.33% in this ZIP), loss ratio (17.2%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 77640 compared to the national average?
ZIP 77640 premiums of $1,665/yr are 6% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 58th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77640?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77640 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 77640 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 77640 have ranged from $1,475 to $1,692, with a 5-year average of $1,621. The annualized change rate is +3.1% per year.
How does ZIP 77640 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 77640 has an average premium of $1,665/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 29% below the state average.

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