ZIP 78656 Insurance Data

Maxwell, Texas · Caldwell County · 41 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,172/yr
-23.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
10.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.64%
Avg severity: $7,306
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 78656 (Maxwell, TX)

ZIP 78656 (Maxwell, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,172 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 41 reported policies. That is 34% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 21th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 50% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 78656 is 10.2%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.64%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $7,306.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 78656 have fallen by 23.0%, ranging from $1,172 to $1,558 with a five-year average of $1,456 — an annualized rate of -6.3% 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 78656 Compares

vs National Average
$1,172 vs $1,776
34% below national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,172 vs $2,349
50% below state avg
National Percentile
21th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,521
2019 $1,558 +2.4%
2020 $1,513 -2.8%
2021 $1,516 +0.2%
2022 $1,172 -22.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,456
Premium Range
$1,172 - $1,558
Annual Change Rate
-6.3% 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 78656?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 78656 (Maxwell, TX) is $1,172 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -23.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Maxwell, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.64% in this ZIP), loss ratio (10.2%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 78656 compared to the national average?
ZIP 78656 premiums of $1,172/yr are 34% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 21th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78656?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78656 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 78656 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 78656 have ranged from $1,172 to $1,558, with a 5-year average of $1,456. The annualized change rate is -6.3% per year.
How does ZIP 78656 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 78656 has an average premium of $1,172/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 50% below the state average.

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