ZIP 78873 Insurance Data

Leakey, Texas · Real County · 3 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,109/yr
+3.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
6.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.30%
Avg severity: $5,876
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 78873 (Leakey, TX)

ZIP 78873 (Leakey, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,109 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 3 reported policies. That is 19% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 79th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 10% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 78873 is 6.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.30%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $5,876.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 78873 have risen by 3.0%, ranging from $2,047 to $2,115 with a five-year average of $2,087 — an annualized rate of +0.8% 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 78873 Compares

vs National Average
$2,109 vs $1,776
19% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$2,109 vs $2,349
10% below state avg
National Percentile
79th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,047
2019 $2,065 +0.9%
2020 $2,100 +1.7%
2021 $2,115 +0.7%
2022 $2,109 -0.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,087
Premium Range
$2,047 - $2,115
Annual Change Rate
+0.8% 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 78873?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 78873 (Leakey, TX) is $2,109 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +3.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Leakey, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.30% in this ZIP), loss ratio (6.4%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 78873 compared to the national average?
ZIP 78873 premiums of $2,109/yr are 19% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 79th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78873?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 78873 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 78873 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 78873 have ranged from $2,047 to $2,115, with a 5-year average of $2,087. The annualized change rate is +0.8% per year.
How does ZIP 78873 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 78873 has an average premium of $2,109/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 10% below the state average.

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