ZIP 88301 Insurance Data

Carrizozo, New Mexico · Lincoln County

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,384/yr
-6.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
158.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.83%
Avg severity: $45,261
Nonrenewal Rate
0.97%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 88301 (Carrizozo, NM)

ZIP 88301 (Carrizozo, NM) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,384 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations. That is 22% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 38th percentile nationally. Compared to the New Mexico state average of $1,577, this ZIP runs 12% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 88301 is 158.0%, 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 4.83%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $45,261. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.97% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 88301 have fallen by 6.5%, ranging from $1,384 to $1,480 with a five-year average of $1,438 — an annualized rate of -1.7% 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 88301 Compares

vs National Average
$1,384 vs $1,776
22% below national avg
vs New Mexico Average
$1,384 vs $1,577
12% below state avg
National Percentile
38th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,480
2019 $1,479 -0.0%
2020 $1,449 -2.0%
2021 $1,400 -3.4%
2022 $1,384 -1.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,438
Premium Range
$1,384 - $1,480
Annual Change Rate
-1.7% 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 88301?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 88301 (Carrizozo, NM) is $1,384 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed -6.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Carrizozo, NM?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.83% in this ZIP), loss ratio (158.0%), and nonrenewal rates (0.97%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 88301 compared to the national average?
ZIP 88301 premiums of $1,384/yr are 22% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 38th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 88301?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 88301 is 0.97%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 88301 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 88301 have ranged from $1,384 to $1,480, with a 5-year average of $1,438. The annualized change rate is -1.7% per year.
How does ZIP 88301 compare to the New Mexico state average?
ZIP 88301 has an average premium of $1,384/yr compared to the New Mexico state average of $1,577/yr. This ZIP is 12% below the state average.

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