ZIP 78644 Insurance Data

Lockhart, Texas · Caldwell County · 35 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,688/yr
+2.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
66.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
10.49%
Avg severity: $10,624
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 78644 (Lockhart, TX)

ZIP 78644 (Lockhart, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,688 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 35 reported policies. That is 5% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 60th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 28% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 78644 is 66.0%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 10.49%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $10,624.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 78644 have risen by 2.2%, ranging from $1,652 to $1,696 with a five-year average of $1,679 — an annualized rate of +0.6% 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 78644 Compares

vs National Average
$1,688 vs $1,776
5% below national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,688 vs $2,349
28% below state avg
National Percentile
60th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,652
2019 $1,674 +1.4%
2020 $1,696 +1.3%
2021 $1,687 -0.6%
2022 $1,688 +0.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,679
Premium Range
$1,652 - $1,696
Annual Change Rate
+0.6% 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 78644?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 78644 (Lockhart, TX) is $1,688 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +2.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Lockhart, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (10.49% in this ZIP), loss ratio (66.0%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 78644 compared to the national average?
ZIP 78644 premiums of $1,688/yr are 5% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 60th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78644?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78644 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 78644 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 78644 have ranged from $1,652 to $1,696, with a 5-year average of $1,679. The annualized change rate is +0.6% per year.
How does ZIP 78644 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 78644 has an average premium of $1,688/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 28% below the state average.

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