ZIP 89512 Insurance Data

Reno, Nevada · Washoe County · 1,565 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$964/yr
+7.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
76.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.58%
Avg severity: $20,567
Nonrenewal Rate
0.46%
-41.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 89512 (Reno, NV)

ZIP 89512 (Reno, NV) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $964 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,565 reported policies. That is 46% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 5th percentile nationally. Compared to the Nevada state average of $1,253, this ZIP runs 23% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 89512 is 76.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.58%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $20,567. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.46% in this ZIP, a drop of 41.0% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 89512 have risen by 7.2%, ranging from $899 to $974 with a five-year average of $949 — an annualized rate of +1.8% 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 89512 Compares

vs National Average
$964 vs $1,776
46% below national avg
vs Nevada Average
$964 vs $1,253
23% below state avg
National Percentile
5th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $899
2019 $938 +4.3%
2020 $974 +3.8%
2021 $972 -0.1%
2022 $964 -0.8%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$949
Premium Range
$899 - $974
Annual Change Rate
+1.8% 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 89512?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 89512 (Reno, NV) is $964 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +7.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Reno, NV?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.58% in this ZIP), loss ratio (76.5%), and nonrenewal rates (0.46%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 89512 compared to the national average?
ZIP 89512 premiums of $964/yr are 46% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 5th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 89512?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 89512 is 0.46%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -41.0% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 89512 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 89512 have ranged from $899 to $974, with a 5-year average of $949. The annualized change rate is +1.8% per year.
How does ZIP 89512 compare to the Nevada state average?
ZIP 89512 has an average premium of $964/yr compared to the Nevada state average of $1,253/yr. This ZIP is 23% below the state average.

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