ZIP 94027 Insurance Data

Atherton, California · San Mateo County · 526 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$7,901/yr
+15.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
25.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.79%
Avg severity: $53,786
Nonrenewal Rate
1.07%
+158.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 94027 (Atherton, CA)

ZIP 94027 (Atherton, CA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $7,901 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 526 reported policies. That is 345% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 99th percentile nationally. Compared to the California state average of $1,864, this ZIP runs 324% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 94027 is 25.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.79%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $53,786. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.07% in this ZIP, a rise of 158.7% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 94027 have risen by 15.3%, ranging from $6,855 to $8,139 with a five-year average of $7,574 — an annualized rate of +3.6% 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 94027 Compares

vs National Average
$7,901 vs $1,776
345% above national avg
vs California Average
$7,901 vs $1,864
324% above state avg
National Percentile
99th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $6,855
2019 $7,249 +5.7%
2020 $7,728 +6.6%
2021 $8,139 +5.3%
2022 $7,901 -2.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$7,574
Premium Range
$6,855 - $8,139
Annual Change Rate
+3.6% 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 94027?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 94027 (Atherton, CA) is $7,901 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +15.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Atherton, CA?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.79% in this ZIP), loss ratio (25.8%), and nonrenewal rates (1.07%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 94027 compared to the national average?
ZIP 94027 premiums of $7,901/yr are 345% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 99th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 94027?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 94027 is 1.07%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +158.7% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 94027 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 94027 have ranged from $6,855 to $8,139, with a 5-year average of $7,574. The annualized change rate is +3.6% per year.
How does ZIP 94027 compare to the California state average?
ZIP 94027 has an average premium of $7,901/yr compared to the California state average of $1,864/yr. This ZIP is 324% above the state average.

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