ZIP 88231 · Lea County

Eunice, NM Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 88231, Eunice, New Mexico.

18.6%
Loss ratio
1.22%
Nonrenewal rate
#18 of 199
New Mexico rank
3
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 88231 (Eunice, NM) homeowners insurance averages $2,411/yr, 87th percentile nationally, 36% above the U.S. norm.

$2,411
Avg premium (2022)
+36%
vs U.S. average
+6.0%
since 2018
87th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,411/yr
+6.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
18.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.40%
Avg severity: $10,164
Nonrenewal Rate
1.22%
+32.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 88231 (Eunice, NM)

ZIP 88231 (Eunice, NM) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,411 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 3 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 36% above that mark and lands in the 87th national percentile. Against New Mexico's average of $1,577, ZIP 88231 is 53% above, ranking #18 of 199 tracked ZIPs in New Mexico by premium. The closest-priced peer within New Mexico is Clovis (ZIP 88101) at $2,402, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 18.6%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in this ZIP. About 4.40% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $10,164. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 1.22% in this ZIP, a rise of 32.0% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Since 2018, premiums here have risen by 6.0% through 2022, ranging $2,275 to $2,411 with a 5-year average of $2,363, an annualized rate of +1.5% 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 88231 Compares

vs National Average
$2,411 vs $1,776
36% above national avg
vs New Mexico Average
$2,411 vs $1,577
53% above state avg
National Percentile
87th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 88231, 2018–2022

$2,250$2,300$2,350$2,400$2,450 20182019202020212022 $2,411
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 88231.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,275 -
2019 $2,391 +5.1%
2020 $2,360 -1.3%
2021 $2,376 +0.7%
2022 $2,411 +1.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,363
Premium Range
$2,275 - $2,411
Annual Change Rate
+1.5% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 88231

This ZIP runs well above the U.S. average, shop coverage actively and budget for it.

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 88231?
At the 87th percentile nationally, #18 of 199 ZIPs in New Mexico, ZIP 88231 (Eunice, NM) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $2,411 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +6.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Eunice, NM?
In ZIP 88231, insurers report a 18.6% loss ratio, a 4.40% claims frequency, and a 1.22% nonrenewal rate, the 87th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 88231 compared to the national average?
Nationally, ZIP 88231 lands in the 87th percentile: its $2,411/yr average is 36% above the U.S. figure of $1,776/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 88231?
ZIP 88231 shows a nonrenewal rate of 1.22% in New Mexico, a rise of 32.0% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 88231 over 5 years?
ZIP 88231 premiums spanned $2,275 to $2,411 across the 2018-2022 window, a 5-year average of $2,363. The annualized change rate is +1.5% per year.
How does ZIP 88231 compare to the New Mexico state average?
ZIP 88231 has an average premium of $2,411/yr compared to the New Mexico state average of $1,577/yr. This ZIP is 53% above the state average, ranking #18 of 199 tracked ZIPs in New Mexico 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.