ZIP 83316 Insurance Data

Buhl, Idaho · Twin Falls County · 14 policies

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)

ZIP 83316 (Buhl, ID) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,073 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 14 reported policies. That is 40% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 13th percentile nationally. Compared to the Idaho state average of $1,321, this ZIP runs 19% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 83316 is 140.1%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected — a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.95%, 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.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 83316 have risen by 14.0%, ranging from $941 to $1,073 with a five-year average of $1,011 — an annualized rate of +3.3% 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 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

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)

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?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 83316 (Buhl, ID) is $1,073 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +14.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Buhl, ID?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.95% in this ZIP), loss ratio (140.1%), and nonrenewal rates (1.29%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
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?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 83316 is 1.29%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +122.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
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.

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