ZIP 77857 Insurance Data

Gause, Texas · Milam County · 4 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,667/yr
+13.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
30.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.21%
Avg severity: $19,307
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 77857 (Gause, TX)

ZIP 77857 (Gause, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,667 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 4 reported policies. That is 50% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 91th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 14% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 77857 is 30.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.21%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $19,307.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 77857 have risen by 13.4%, ranging from $1,954 to $2,667 with a five-year average of $2,285 — an annualized rate of +3.2% 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 77857 Compares

vs National Average
$2,667 vs $1,776
50% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$2,667 vs $2,349
14% above state avg
National Percentile
91th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,353
2019 $1,954 -16.9%
2020 $2,194 +12.3%
2021 $2,258 +2.9%
2022 $2,667 +18.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,285
Premium Range
$1,954 - $2,667
Annual Change Rate
+3.2% 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 77857?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 77857 (Gause, TX) is $2,667 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +13.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Gause, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.21% in this ZIP), loss ratio (30.5%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 77857 compared to the national average?
ZIP 77857 premiums of $2,667/yr are 50% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 91th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77857?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 77857 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 77857 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 77857 have ranged from $1,954 to $2,667, with a 5-year average of $2,285. The annualized change rate is +3.2% per year.
How does ZIP 77857 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 77857 has an average premium of $2,667/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 14% above the state average.

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