ZIP 95251 · Calaveras County

Vallecito, CA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 95251, Vallecito, California.

2.56%
Nonrenewal rate
#399 of 1545
California rank
26
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 95251 (Vallecito, CA) homeowners insurance averages $2,184/yr, 81st percentile nationally, 23% above the U.S. norm.

$2,184
Avg premium (2022)
+23%
vs U.S. average
+32.3%
since 2018
81st
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,184/yr
+32.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
N/A
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
N/A
Nonrenewal Rate
2.56%
+271.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 95251 (Vallecito, CA)

For 2022, the average cost of homeowners insurance in ZIP 95251 (Vallecito, CA) runs $2,184 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO's ZIP-level tracking across approximately 26 reported policies. That is 23% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 81st percentile nationally. California homeowners pay $1,864 per year on average; this ZIP diverges by 17% (above), ranking #399 of 1545 tracked ZIPs in California by premium. The closest-priced peer within California is Palm Springs (ZIP 92262) at $2,187, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

Insurers decline to renew 2.56% of policies in ZIP 95251 at expiration, a rise of 271.8% over the past five years; a rising rate typically signals carriers retreating from higher-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 95251 have risen by 32.3%, ranging from $1,651 to $2,184 with a five-year average of $1,834, an annualized rate of +7.3% 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 95251 Compares

vs National Average
$2,184 vs $1,776
23% above national avg
vs California Average
$2,184 vs $1,864
17% above state avg
National Percentile
81th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 95251, 2018–2022

$1,600$1,800$2,000$2,200$2,400 20182019202020212022 $2,184
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 95251.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,651 -
2019 $1,701 +3.1%
2020 $1,782 +4.7%
2021 $1,853 +4.0%
2022 $2,184 +17.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,834
Premium Range
$1,651 - $2,184
Annual Change Rate
+7.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 95251

This ZIP runs well above the U.S. average, shop coverage actively and budget for it.

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 95251?
At the 81st percentile nationally, #399 of 1545 ZIPs in California, ZIP 95251 (Vallecito, CA) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $2,184 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +32.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Vallecito, CA?
In ZIP 95251, insurers report a N/A loss ratio, a N/A claims frequency, and a 2.56% nonrenewal rate, the 81st national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 95251 compared to the national average?
ZIP 95251 premiums of $2,184/yr are 23% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 81st percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 95251?
ZIP 95251 shows a nonrenewal rate of 2.56% in California, a rise of 271.8% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 95251 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 95251 have ranged from $1,651 to $2,184, with a 5-year average of $1,834. The annualized change rate is +7.3% per year.
How does ZIP 95251 compare to the California state average?
The California state average is $1,864/yr; ZIP 95251 averages $2,184/yr, 17% above that figure, ranking #399 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.