ZIP 83316 · Twin Falls County

Buhl, ID Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 83316, Buhl, Idaho.

140.1%
Loss ratio
1.29%
Nonrenewal rate
#166 of 210
Idaho rank
14
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 83316 (Buhl, ID) homeowners insurance averages $1,073/yr, 13th percentile nationally, 40% below the U.S. norm.

$1,073
Avg premium (2022)
-40%
vs U.S. average
+14.0%
since 2018
13th
national percentile

According to U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data. How we calculate the percentile and national comparison: methodology.

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,073/yr
+14.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
140.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.95%
Avg severity: $38,081
Nonrenewal Rate
1.29%
+122.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 83316 (Buhl, ID)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 83316 (Buhl, ID) at $1,073 per year for 2022 across approximately 14 reported policies. Against a national average of $1,776 per year, ZIP 83316 comes in 40% below, the 13th percentile among all tracked ZIPs. The Idaho statewide average is $1,321 per year; this ZIP sits 19% below that figure, ranking #166 of 210 tracked ZIPs in Idaho by premium. The closest-priced peer within Idaho is Shoshone (ZIP 83352) at $1,070, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 140.1%, insurers paid out more in claims than they collected, a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit in this ZIP. About 3.95% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $38,081. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 1.29% in this ZIP, a rise of 122.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Since 2018, premiums here have risen by 14.0% through 2022, ranging $941 to $1,073 with a 5-year average of $1,011, an annualized rate of +3.3% per year.

How to read these numbers

The figures on this page come from the U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office, which collects homeowners insurance premium and claims data directly from the largest property insurers in the country. Because the data is aggregated at the ZIP-code level and averaged across many policies, it describes the typical cost in an area rather than a quote for any single home. Two houses on the same street can pay very different premiums depending on their age, construction type, roof condition, prior claims, and the specific coverage limits and deductibles the homeowner selects. The loss ratio shows how much of every premium dollar insurers paid back out as claims; a ratio above one means carriers lost money locally, which often precedes rate increases or carrier exits. Rising nonrenewal and claim frequency reveal how stressed the local market has become. Use these figures to gauge the direction and scale of costs in your area, then request quotes from several licensed carriers before buying or renewing a policy. 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 83316 Compares

vs National Average
$1,073 vs $1,776
40% below national avg
vs Idaho Average
$1,073 vs $1,321
19% below state avg
National Percentile
13th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 83316, 2018–2022

$900$950$1,000$1,050$1,100 20182019202020212022 $1,073
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 83316.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $941 -
2019 $986 +4.8%
2020 $996 +1.0%
2021 $1,058 +6.1%
2022 $1,073 +1.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,011
Premium Range
$941 - $1,073
Annual Change Rate
+3.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 83316

Use these averages as a benchmark, then get real quotes before you commit.

  • Put ZIP 83316 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • Idaho's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Idaho overview
  • Loss ratio above 100% here signals rate pressure, read what that means for renewals. Loss ratio guide

FIO figures are ZIP-level market averages across the largest insurers (~80% of the market), not a quote for any single home. Request quotes from multiple licensed carriers before buying or renewing.

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 83316?
Homeowners insurance in ZIP 83316 (Buhl, ID) is comparatively affordable at $1,073 per year as of 2022, just the 13th percentile nationally, #166 of 210 ZIPs in Idaho. Premiums have changed +14.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Buhl, ID?
Two cost drivers stand out in ZIP 83316: a claims frequency of 3.95% and a nonrenewal rate of 1.29%, against a loss ratio above 100% (140.1%) that shows insurers paying out more than they collect.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 83316 compared to the national average?
ZIP 83316 premiums of $1,073/yr are 40% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 13th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 83316?
ZIP 83316 shows a nonrenewal rate of 1.29% in Idaho, a rise of 122.8% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 83316 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 83316 have ranged from $941 to $1,073, with a 5-year average of $1,011. The annualized change rate is +3.3% per year.
How does ZIP 83316 compare to the Idaho state average?
ZIP 83316 has an average premium of $1,073/yr compared to the Idaho state average of $1,321/yr. This ZIP is 19% below the state average, ranking #166 of 210 tracked ZIPs in Idaho by premium.

Every figure on PlainInsure is rendered directly from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on U.S. Treasury FIO data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.