ZIP 93609 Insurance Data

Caruthers, California · Fresno County · 35 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,209/yr
+20.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
31.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.82%
Avg severity: $10,016
Nonrenewal Rate
1.82%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 93609 (Caruthers, CA)

ZIP 93609 (Caruthers, CA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,209 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 35 reported policies. That is 32% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 24th percentile nationally. Compared to the California state average of $1,864, this ZIP runs 35% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 93609 is 31.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.82%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $10,016. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.82% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 93609 have risen by 20.2%, ranging from $1,006 to $1,209 with a five-year average of $1,109 — an annualized rate of +4.7% 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 93609 Compares

vs National Average
$1,209 vs $1,776
32% below national avg
vs California Average
$1,209 vs $1,864
35% below state avg
National Percentile
24th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,006
2019 $1,041 +3.5%
2020 $1,109 +6.5%
2021 $1,178 +6.2%
2022 $1,209 +2.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,109
Premium Range
$1,006 - $1,209
Annual Change Rate
+4.7% 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 93609?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 93609 (Caruthers, CA) is $1,209 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +20.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Caruthers, CA?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.82% in this ZIP), loss ratio (31.6%), and nonrenewal rates (1.82%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 93609 compared to the national average?
ZIP 93609 premiums of $1,209/yr are 32% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 24th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 93609?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 93609 is 1.82%. 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 93609 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 93609 have ranged from $1,006 to $1,209, with a 5-year average of $1,109. The annualized change rate is +4.7% per year.
How does ZIP 93609 compare to the California state average?
ZIP 93609 has an average premium of $1,209/yr compared to the California state average of $1,864/yr. This ZIP is 35% below the state average.

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