ZIP 94597 Insurance Data

Walnut Creek, California · Contra Costa County · 2,002 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,807/yr
+29.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
27.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.91%
Avg severity: $16,926
Nonrenewal Rate
0.68%
+104.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 94597 (Walnut Creek, CA)

ZIP 94597 (Walnut Creek, CA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,807 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2,002 reported policies. That is 2% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 66th percentile nationally. Compared to the California state average of $1,864, this ZIP runs 3% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 94597 is 27.3%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.91%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $16,926. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.68% in this ZIP, a rise of 104.8% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 94597 have risen by 29.2%, ranging from $1,399 to $1,807 with a five-year average of $1,607 — an annualized rate of +6.6% 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 94597 Compares

vs National Average
$1,807 vs $1,776
2% above national avg
vs California Average
$1,807 vs $1,864
3% below state avg
National Percentile
66th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,399
2019 $1,490 +6.5%
2020 $1,625 +9.1%
2021 $1,717 +5.7%
2022 $1,807 +5.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,607
Premium Range
$1,399 - $1,807
Annual Change Rate
+6.6% 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 94597?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 94597 (Walnut Creek, CA) is $1,807 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +29.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Walnut Creek, CA?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.91% in this ZIP), loss ratio (27.3%), and nonrenewal rates (0.68%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 94597 compared to the national average?
ZIP 94597 premiums of $1,807/yr are 2% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 66th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 94597?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 94597 is 0.68%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +104.8% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 94597 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 94597 have ranged from $1,399 to $1,807, with a 5-year average of $1,607. The annualized change rate is +6.6% per year.
How does ZIP 94597 compare to the California state average?
ZIP 94597 has an average premium of $1,807/yr compared to the California state average of $1,864/yr. This ZIP is 3% below the state average.

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