ZIP 78736 Insurance Data

Austin, Texas · Travis County · 92 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,360/yr
+20.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
35.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.60%
Avg severity: $18,349
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 78736 (Austin, TX)

ZIP 78736 (Austin, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,360 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 92 reported policies. That is 33% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 86th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 0% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 78736 is 35.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.60%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $18,349.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 78736 have risen by 20.4%, ranging from $1,959 to $2,360 with a five-year average of $2,137 — an annualized rate of +4.8% 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 78736 Compares

vs National Average
$2,360 vs $1,776
33% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$2,360 vs $2,349
0% above state avg
National Percentile
86th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,959
2019 $2,030 +3.6%
2020 $2,122 +4.5%
2021 $2,214 +4.3%
2022 $2,360 +6.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,137
Premium Range
$1,959 - $2,360
Annual Change Rate
+4.8% 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 78736?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 78736 (Austin, TX) is $2,360 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +20.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Austin, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.60% in this ZIP), loss ratio (35.8%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 78736 compared to the national average?
ZIP 78736 premiums of $2,360/yr are 33% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 86th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78736?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78736 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 78736 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 78736 have ranged from $1,959 to $2,360, with a 5-year average of $2,137. The annualized change rate is +4.8% per year.
How does ZIP 78736 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 78736 has an average premium of $2,360/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 0% above the state average.

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