ZIP 91916 · San Diego County

Descanso, CA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 91916, Descanso, California.

6.9%
Loss ratio
4.89%
Nonrenewal rate
#200 of 1545
California rank
15
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Descanso, CA (ZIP 91916) runs $2,666/yr on average: the 91st percentile nationally and 50% above the U.S. average.

$2,666
Avg premium (2022)
+50%
vs U.S. average
+37.5%
since 2018
91st
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,666/yr
+37.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
6.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
0.82%
Avg severity: $22,415
Nonrenewal Rate
4.89%
+159.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 91916 (Descanso, CA)

ZIP 91916 (Descanso, CA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,666 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 15 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 50% above that mark and lands in the 91st national percentile. Against California's average of $1,864, ZIP 91916 is 43% above, ranking #200 of 1545 tracked ZIPs in California by premium. The closest-priced peer within California is San Clemente (ZIP 92673) at $2,666, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

The loss ratio for ZIP 91916 is 6.9%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. 0.82% of policies in ZIP 91916 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $22,415. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 4.89% in this ZIP, a rise of 159.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Since 2018, premiums here have risen by 37.5% through 2022, ranging $1,940 to $2,666 with a 5-year average of $2,205, an annualized rate of +8.3% 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 91916 Compares

vs National Average
$2,666 vs $1,776
50% above national avg
vs California Average
$2,666 vs $1,864
43% above state avg
National Percentile
91th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 91916, 2018–2022

$1,800$2,000$2,200$2,400$2,600$2,800 20182019202020212022 $2,666
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 91916.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,940 -
2019 $2,000 +3.1%
2020 $2,068 +3.4%
2021 $2,349 +13.6%
2022 $2,666 +13.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,205
Premium Range
$1,940 - $2,666
Annual Change Rate
+8.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 91916

Costs here sit well above the national norm, budget accordingly and shop coverage actively.

  • Compare ZIP 91916 against nearby ZIPs to spot where rates run lower. Compare ZIPs
  • California's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. California overview
  • Loss ratio explains a lot about this area's insurance market, here's how to read it. Loss ratio guide

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 91916?
At the 91st percentile nationally, #200 of 1545 ZIPs in California, ZIP 91916 (Descanso, CA) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $2,666 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +37.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Descanso, CA?
In ZIP 91916, insurers report a 6.9% loss ratio, a 0.82% claims frequency, and a 4.89% nonrenewal rate, the 91st national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 91916 compared to the national average?
ZIP 91916 premiums of $2,666/yr are 50% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 91st percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 91916?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 91916 is 4.89%, a rise of 159.9% over the past 5 years in California.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 91916 over 5 years?
ZIP 91916 premiums spanned $1,940 to $2,666 across the 2018-2022 window, a 5-year average of $2,205. The annualized change rate is +8.3% per year.
How does ZIP 91916 compare to the California state average?
ZIP 91916 has an average premium of $2,666/yr compared to the California state average of $1,864/yr. This ZIP is 43% above the state average, ranking #200 of 1545 tracked ZIPs in California 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.