ZIP 78516 Insurance Data

Alamo, Texas · Hidalgo County · 342 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,345/yr
-3.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
22.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.42%
Avg severity: $12,553
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 78516 (Alamo, TX)

ZIP 78516 (Alamo, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,345 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 342 reported policies. That is 24% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 35th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 43% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 78516 is 22.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.42%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $12,553.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 78516 have fallen by 3.5%, ranging from $1,340 to $1,395 with a five-year average of $1,354 — an annualized rate of -0.9% 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 78516 Compares

vs National Average
$1,345 vs $1,776
24% below national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,345 vs $2,349
43% below state avg
National Percentile
35th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,395
2019 $1,344 -3.6%
2020 $1,340 -0.3%
2021 $1,348 +0.6%
2022 $1,345 -0.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,354
Premium Range
$1,340 - $1,395
Annual Change Rate
-0.9% 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 78516?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 78516 (Alamo, TX) is $1,345 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -3.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Alamo, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.42% in this ZIP), loss ratio (22.5%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 78516 compared to the national average?
ZIP 78516 premiums of $1,345/yr are 24% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 35th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78516?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78516 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 78516 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 78516 have ranged from $1,340 to $1,395, with a 5-year average of $1,354. The annualized change rate is -0.9% per year.
How does ZIP 78516 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 78516 has an average premium of $1,345/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 43% below the state average.

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