ZIP 78666 Insurance Data

San Marcos, Texas · Guadalupe County · 139 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,629/yr
+4.8% since 2018
Loss Ratio
52.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.01%
Avg severity: $17,114
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 78666 (San Marcos, TX)

ZIP 78666 (San Marcos, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,629 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 139 reported policies. That is 8% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 56th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 31% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 78666 is 52.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.01%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,114.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 78666 have risen by 4.8%, ranging from $1,554 to $1,629 with a five-year average of $1,586 — an annualized rate of +1.2% 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 78666 Compares

vs National Average
$1,629 vs $1,776
8% below national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,629 vs $2,349
31% below state avg
National Percentile
56th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,554
2019 $1,566 +0.7%
2020 $1,579 +0.8%
2021 $1,601 +1.4%
2022 $1,629 +1.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,586
Premium Range
$1,554 - $1,629
Annual Change Rate
+1.2% 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 78666?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 78666 (San Marcos, TX) is $1,629 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +4.8% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in San Marcos, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.01% in this ZIP), loss ratio (52.6%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 78666 compared to the national average?
ZIP 78666 premiums of $1,629/yr are 8% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 56th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78666?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78666 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 78666 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 78666 have ranged from $1,554 to $1,629, with a 5-year average of $1,586. The annualized change rate is +1.2% per year.
How does ZIP 78666 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 78666 has an average premium of $1,629/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 31% below the state average.

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