ZIP 78759 Insurance Data

Austin, Texas · Travis County · 1,079 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,406/yr
+18.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
49.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.17%
Avg severity: $23,167
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 78759 (Austin, TX)

ZIP 78759 (Austin, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,406 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,079 reported policies. That is 36% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 87th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 2% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 78759 is 49.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.17%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $23,167.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 78759 have risen by 18.5%, ranging from $2,031 to $2,406 with a five-year average of $2,206 — an annualized rate of +4.3% 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 78759 Compares

vs National Average
$2,406 vs $1,776
36% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$2,406 vs $2,349
2% above state avg
National Percentile
87th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,031
2019 $2,121 +4.5%
2020 $2,200 +3.7%
2021 $2,270 +3.2%
2022 $2,406 +6.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,206
Premium Range
$2,031 - $2,406
Annual Change Rate
+4.3% 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 78759?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 78759 (Austin, TX) is $2,406 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +18.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Austin, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.17% in this ZIP), loss ratio (49.8%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 78759 compared to the national average?
ZIP 78759 premiums of $2,406/yr are 36% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 87th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78759?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78759 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 78759 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 78759 have ranged from $2,031 to $2,406, with a 5-year average of $2,206. The annualized change rate is +4.3% per year.
How does ZIP 78759 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 78759 has an average premium of $2,406/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 2% above the state average.

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