ZIP 85257 Insurance Data

Scottsdale, Arizona · Maricopa County · 1,575 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,270/yr
+15.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
123.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
9.20%
Avg severity: $17,055
Nonrenewal Rate
1.44%
+37.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 85257 (Scottsdale, AZ)

ZIP 85257 (Scottsdale, AZ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,270 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,575 reported policies. That is 29% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 29th percentile nationally. Compared to the Arizona state average of $1,226, this ZIP runs 4% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 85257 is 123.6%, 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 9.20%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,055. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.44% in this ZIP, a rise of 37.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 85257 have risen by 15.6%, ranging from $1,099 to $1,270 with a five-year average of $1,173 — an annualized rate of +3.7% 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 85257 Compares

vs National Average
$1,270 vs $1,776
29% below national avg
vs Arizona Average
$1,270 vs $1,226
4% above state avg
National Percentile
29th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,099
2019 $1,105 +0.5%
2020 $1,167 +5.6%
2021 $1,227 +5.2%
2022 $1,270 +3.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,173
Premium Range
$1,099 - $1,270
Annual Change Rate
+3.7% 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 85257?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 85257 (Scottsdale, AZ) is $1,270 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +15.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Scottsdale, AZ?
Key factors include claims frequency (9.20% in this ZIP), loss ratio (123.6%), and nonrenewal rates (1.44%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 85257 compared to the national average?
ZIP 85257 premiums of $1,270/yr are 29% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 29th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 85257?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 85257 is 1.44%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +37.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 85257 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 85257 have ranged from $1,099 to $1,270, with a 5-year average of $1,173. The annualized change rate is +3.7% per year.
How does ZIP 85257 compare to the Arizona state average?
ZIP 85257 has an average premium of $1,270/yr compared to the Arizona state average of $1,226/yr. This ZIP is 4% above the state average.

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