ZIP 95528 Insurance Data

Carlotta, California · Humboldt County · 4 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,703/yr
+53.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
111.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.89%
Avg severity: $100,675
Nonrenewal Rate
1.42%

Data Snapshot: ZIP 95528 (Carlotta, CA)

ZIP 95528 (Carlotta, CA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,703 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 4 reported policies. That is 4% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 61th percentile nationally. Compared to the California state average of $1,864, this ZIP runs 9% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 95528 is 111.5%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected — a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.89%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $100,675. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.42% in this ZIP; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 95528 have risen by 53.5%, ranging from $1,109 to $1,703 with a five-year average of $1,344 — an annualized rate of +11.3% 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 95528 Compares

vs National Average
$1,703 vs $1,776
4% below national avg
vs California Average
$1,703 vs $1,864
9% below state avg
National Percentile
61th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,109
2019 $1,151 +3.7%
2020 $1,270 +10.3%
2021 $1,484 +16.9%
2022 $1,703 +14.7%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,344
Premium Range
$1,109 - $1,703
Annual Change Rate
+11.3% 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 95528?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 95528 (Carlotta, CA) is $1,703 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +53.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Carlotta, CA?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.89% in this ZIP), loss ratio (111.5%), and nonrenewal rates (1.42%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 95528 compared to the national average?
ZIP 95528 premiums of $1,703/yr are 4% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 61th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 95528?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 95528 is 1.42%. 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 95528 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 95528 have ranged from $1,109 to $1,703, with a 5-year average of $1,344. The annualized change rate is +11.3% per year.
How does ZIP 95528 compare to the California state average?
ZIP 95528 has an average premium of $1,703/yr compared to the California state average of $1,864/yr. This ZIP is 9% below the state average.

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