ZIP 79852 Insurance Data

Terlingua, Texas · Brewster County

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,931/yr
-5.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
18.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.13%
Avg severity: $6,893
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 79852 (Terlingua, TX)

ZIP 79852 (Terlingua, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,931 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations. That is 9% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 73th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 18% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 79852 is 18.3%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 5.13%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $6,893.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 79852 have fallen by 5.7%, ranging from $1,841 to $2,048 with a five-year average of $1,935 — an annualized rate of -1.5% 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 79852 Compares

vs National Average
$1,931 vs $1,776
9% above national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,931 vs $2,349
18% below state avg
National Percentile
73th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,048
2019 $1,916 -6.5%
2020 $1,938 +1.2%
2021 $1,841 -5.0%
2022 $1,931 +4.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,935
Premium Range
$1,841 - $2,048
Annual Change Rate
-1.5% 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 79852?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 79852 (Terlingua, TX) is $1,931 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -5.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Terlingua, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (5.13% in this ZIP), loss ratio (18.3%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 79852 compared to the national average?
ZIP 79852 premiums of $1,931/yr are 9% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 73th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 79852?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 79852 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 79852 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 79852 have ranged from $1,841 to $2,048, with a 5-year average of $1,935. The annualized change rate is -1.5% per year.
How does ZIP 79852 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 79852 has an average premium of $1,931/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 18% below the state average.

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