ZIP 93280 Insurance Data

Wasco, California · Kern County · 32 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$892/yr
+18.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
89.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.25%
Avg severity: $35,301
Nonrenewal Rate
0.90%
+63.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 93280 (Wasco, CA)

ZIP 93280 (Wasco, CA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $892 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 32 reported policies. That is 50% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 2th percentile nationally. Compared to the California state average of $1,864, this ZIP runs 52% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 93280 is 89.0%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.25%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $35,301. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.90% in this ZIP, a rise of 63.0% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 93280 have risen by 18.9%, ranging from $751 to $892 with a five-year average of $830 — an annualized rate of +4.4% 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 93280 Compares

vs National Average
$892 vs $1,776
50% below national avg
vs California Average
$892 vs $1,864
52% below state avg
National Percentile
2th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $751
2019 $791 +5.4%
2020 $829 +4.8%
2021 $888 +7.2%
2022 $892 +0.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$830
Premium Range
$751 - $892
Annual Change Rate
+4.4% 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 93280?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 93280 (Wasco, CA) is $892 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +18.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Wasco, CA?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.25% in this ZIP), loss ratio (89.0%), and nonrenewal rates (0.90%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 93280 compared to the national average?
ZIP 93280 premiums of $892/yr are 50% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 2th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 93280?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 93280 is 0.90%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +63.0% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 93280 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 93280 have ranged from $751 to $892, with a 5-year average of $830. The annualized change rate is +4.4% per year.
How does ZIP 93280 compare to the California state average?
ZIP 93280 has an average premium of $892/yr compared to the California state average of $1,864/yr. This ZIP is 52% below the state average.

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