ZIP 93442 · San Luis Obispo County

Morro Bay, CA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 93442, Morro Bay, California.

26.0%
Loss ratio
0.83%
Nonrenewal rate
#1159 of 1545
California rank
92
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Morro Bay, CA (ZIP 93442) runs $1,244/yr on average: the 27th percentile nationally and 30% below the U.S. average.

$1,244
Avg premium (2022)
-30%
vs U.S. average
+21.1%
since 2018
27th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,244/yr
+21.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
26.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.80%
Avg severity: $17,951
Nonrenewal Rate
0.83%
-5.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 93442 (Morro Bay, CA)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 93442 (Morro Bay, CA) at $1,244 per year for 2022 across approximately 92 reported policies. Nationally, that ranks ZIP 93442 in the 27th percentile, 30% below the U.S. average of $1,776 per year. The California statewide average is $1,864 per year; this ZIP sits 33% below that figure, ranking #1159 of 1545 tracked ZIPs in California by premium. The closest-priced peer within California is Sacramento (ZIP 95841) at $1,244, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 26.0%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in this ZIP. 1.80% of policies in ZIP 93442 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,951. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.83% in this ZIP, a drop of 5.3% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 93442 premiums risen 21.1%, spanning $1,027 to $1,244 (five-year average: $1,139), an annualized rate of +4.9% 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 93442 Compares

vs National Average
$1,244 vs $1,776
30% below national avg
vs California Average
$1,244 vs $1,864
33% below state avg
National Percentile
27th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 93442, 2018–2022

$1,000$1,050$1,100$1,150$1,200$1,250$1,300 20182019202020212022 $1,244
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 93442.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,027 -
2019 $1,084 +5.5%
2020 $1,132 +4.5%
2021 $1,209 +6.8%
2022 $1,244 +2.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,139
Premium Range
$1,027 - $1,244
Annual Change Rate
+4.9% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 93442

Use these averages as a benchmark, then get real quotes before you commit.

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 93442?
ZIP 93442 (Morro Bay, CA) tracks close to the national middle for homeowners insurance costs: $1,244 per year as of 2022 (27th percentile, #1159 of 1545 ZIPs in California). Premiums have changed +21.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Morro Bay, CA?
In ZIP 93442, insurers report a 26.0% loss ratio, a 1.80% claims frequency, and a 0.83% nonrenewal rate, the 27th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 93442 compared to the national average?
At $1,244/yr, ZIP 93442 runs 30% below the national average of $1,776/yr, the 27th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 93442?
ZIP 93442 shows a nonrenewal rate of 0.83% in California, a drop of 5.3% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 93442 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 93442 have ranged from $1,027 to $1,244, with a 5-year average of $1,139. The annualized change rate is +4.9% per year.
How does ZIP 93442 compare to the California state average?
ZIP 93442 has an average premium of $1,244/yr compared to the California state average of $1,864/yr. This ZIP is 33% below the state average, ranking #1159 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.