ZIP 79924 Insurance Data

El Paso, Texas · El Paso County · 1,862 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,246/yr
-1.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
54.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
6.35%
Avg severity: $10,681
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 79924 (El Paso, TX)

ZIP 79924 (El Paso, TX) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,246 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,862 reported policies. That is 30% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 27th percentile nationally. Compared to the Texas state average of $2,349, this ZIP runs 47% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 79924 is 54.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 6.35%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $10,681.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 79924 have fallen by 1.7%, ranging from $1,243 to $1,267 with a five-year average of $1,251 — an annualized rate of -0.4% 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 79924 Compares

vs National Average
$1,246 vs $1,776
30% below national avg
vs Texas Average
$1,246 vs $2,349
47% below state avg
National Percentile
27th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,267
2019 $1,249 -1.5%
2020 $1,243 -0.5%
2021 $1,249 +0.5%
2022 $1,246 -0.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,251
Premium Range
$1,243 - $1,267
Annual Change Rate
-0.4% 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 79924?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 79924 (El Paso, TX) is $1,246 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -1.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in El Paso, TX?
Key factors include claims frequency (6.35% in this ZIP), loss ratio (54.4%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 79924 compared to the national average?
ZIP 79924 premiums of $1,246/yr are 30% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 27th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 79924?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 79924 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 79924 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 79924 have ranged from $1,243 to $1,267, with a 5-year average of $1,251. The annualized change rate is -0.4% per year.
How does ZIP 79924 compare to the Texas state average?
ZIP 79924 has an average premium of $1,246/yr compared to the Texas state average of $2,349/yr. This ZIP is 47% below the state average.

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