ZIP 78148 Insurance Data

Universal City, Texas · Bexar County · 825 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,859/yr
+8.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
64.7%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
7.89%
Avg severity: $15,247
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 78148 (Universal City, TX)

ZIP 78148 (Universal City, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,859 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 825 reported policies. That is 5% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 69th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 21% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 78148 is 64.7%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 7.89%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $15,247.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 78148 have risen by 8.3%, ranging from $1,716 to $1,859 with a five-year average of $1,790 — an annualized rate of +2.0% 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 78148 Compares

vs National Average
$1,859 vs $1,776
5% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,859 vs $2,349
21% below state avg
National Percentile
69th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,716
2019 $1,758 +2.4%
2020 $1,797 +2.2%
2021 $1,818 +1.2%
2022 $1,859 +2.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,790
Premium Range
$1,716 - $1,859
Annual Change Rate
+2.0% 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 78148?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 78148 (Universal City, TX) is $1,859 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +8.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Universal City, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (7.89% in this ZIP), loss ratio (64.7%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 78148 compared to the national average?
ZIP 78148 premiums of $1,859/yr are 5% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 69th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78148?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78148 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 78148 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 78148 have ranged from $1,716 to $1,859, with a 5-year average of $1,790. The annualized change rate is +2.0% per year.
How does ZIP 78148 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 78148 has an average premium of $1,859/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 21% below the state average.

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