ZIP 85712 Insurance Data

Tucson, Arizona · Pima County · 1,852 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$975/yr
+5.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
39.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.30%
Avg severity: $8,873
Nonrenewal Rate
0.89%
-37.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 85712 (Tucson, AZ)

ZIP 85712 (Tucson, AZ) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $975 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,852 reported policies. That is 45% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 6th percentile nationally. Compared to the Arizona state average of $1,226, this ZIP runs 20% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 85712 is 39.2%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.30%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $8,873. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.89% in this ZIP, a drop of 37.0% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 85712 have risen by 5.9%, ranging from $921 to $975 with a five-year average of $940 — an annualized rate of +1.4% 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 85712 Compares

vs National Average
$975 vs $1,776
45% below national avg
vs Arizona Average
$975 vs $1,226
20% below state avg
National Percentile
6th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $921
2019 $932 +1.3%
2020 $924 -0.9%
2021 $946 +2.3%
2022 $975 +3.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$940
Premium Range
$921 - $975
Annual Change Rate
+1.4% 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 85712?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 85712 (Tucson, AZ) is $975 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +5.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Tucson, AZ?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.30% in this ZIP), loss ratio (39.2%), and nonrenewal rates (0.89%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 85712 compared to the national average?
ZIP 85712 premiums of $975/yr are 45% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 6th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 85712?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 85712 is 0.89%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -37.0% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 85712 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 85712 have ranged from $921 to $975, with a 5-year average of $940. The annualized change rate is +1.4% per year.
How does ZIP 85712 compare to the Arizona state average?
ZIP 85712 has an average premium of $975/yr compared to the Arizona state average of $1,226/yr. This ZIP is 20% below the state average.

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