Calpine, CA Homeowners Insurance — ZIP 96124

Calpine, California · Sierra County · 2 policies

The verdict

Calpine, CA (ZIP 96124) averages $2,446/yr for homeowners insurance — 38% above the U.S. average, placing it in the 88th percentile nationally.

$2,446
Avg premium (2022)
+38%
vs U.S. average
+66.7%
since 2018
88th
national percentile

Figures are ZIP-level averages from U.S. Treasury FIO data — your own premium depends on dwelling value, deductible, construction, and insurer underwriting.

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,446/yr
+66.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
5.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
0.80%
Avg severity: $16,921
Nonrenewal Rate
5.60%
+114.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 96124 (Calpine, CA)

ZIP 96124 (Calpine, CA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,446 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2 reported policies. That is 38% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 88th percentile nationally. Compared to the California state average of $1,864, this ZIP runs 31% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 96124 is 5.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 0.80%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $16,921. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 5.60% in this ZIP, a rise of 114.7% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 96124 have risen by 66.7%, ranging from $1,468 to $2,446 with a five-year average of $1,932 — an annualized rate of +13.6% 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 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.

How ZIP 96124 Compares

vs National Average
$2,446 vs $1,776
38% above national avg
vs California Average
$2,446 vs $1,864
31% above state avg
National Percentile
88th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 96124, 2018–2022

Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 96124.

$1,000$1,500$2,000$2,500 20182019202020212022 $2,446
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 96124.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,468
2019 $1,565 +6.7%
2020 $1,917 +22.5%
2021 $2,265 +18.1%
2022 $2,446 +8.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,932
Premium Range
$1,468 - $2,446
Annual Change Rate
+13.6% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 96124

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 96124?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 96124 (Calpine, CA) is $2,446 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +66.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Calpine, CA?
Key factors include claims frequency (0.80% in this ZIP), loss ratio (5.5%), and nonrenewal rates (5.60%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 96124 compared to the national average?
ZIP 96124 premiums of $2,446/yr are 38% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 88th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 96124?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 96124 is 5.60%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +114.7% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 96124 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 96124 have ranged from $1,468 to $2,446, with a 5-year average of $1,932. The annualized change rate is +13.6% per year.
How does ZIP 96124 compare to the California state average?
ZIP 96124 has an average premium of $2,446/yr compared to the California state average of $1,864/yr. This ZIP is 31% above the state average.