ZIP 97055 · Clackamas County

Sandy, OR Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 97055, Sandy, Oregon.

41.0%
Loss ratio
0.92%
Nonrenewal rate
#128 of 339
Oregon rank
56
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Sandy, OR (ZIP 97055) runs $1,203/yr on average: the 23rd percentile nationally and 32% below the U.S. average.

$1,203
Avg premium (2022)
-32%
vs U.S. average
+17.6%
since 2018
23rd
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,203/yr
+17.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
41.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.87%
Avg severity: $17,202
Nonrenewal Rate
0.92%
+15.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 97055 (Sandy, OR)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 97055 (Sandy, OR) at $1,203 per year for 2022 across approximately 56 reported policies. Nationally, that ranks ZIP 97055 in the 23rd percentile, 32% below the U.S. average of $1,776 per year. Compared to the Oregon state average of $1,199, this ZIP runs 0% above, ranking #128 of 339 tracked ZIPs in Oregon by premium. The closest-priced peer within Oregon is Prairie City (ZIP 97869) at $1,199, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

With a loss ratio of 41.0%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in ZIP 97055. 2.87% of policies in ZIP 97055 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $17,202. 0.92% of ZIP 97055 policies go unrenewed at expiration, a rise of 15.6% over the past five years, a pattern that tends to precede broader insurer pullback in stressed markets.

Premium data spanning 5 years shows ZIP 97055 costs have risen 17.6% since 2018, from a low of $1,023 to a high of $1,203, an annualized rate of +4.1% 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 97055 Compares

vs National Average
$1,203 vs $1,776
32% below national avg
vs Oregon Average
$1,203 vs $1,199
0% above state avg
National Percentile
23th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 97055, 2018–2022

$1,000$1,050$1,100$1,150$1,200$1,250 20182019202020212022 $1,203
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 97055.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,023 -
2019 $1,049 +2.6%
2020 $1,082 +3.1%
2021 $1,135 +4.8%
2022 $1,203 +6.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,099
Premium Range
$1,023 - $1,203
Annual Change Rate
+4.1% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 97055

Treat these figures as a starting benchmark, real quotes from carriers will vary.

  • Put ZIP 97055 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • See how Oregon compares to other states on premiums and nonrenewal. Oregon overview
  • Loss ratio explains a lot about this area's insurance market, here's how to read it. Loss ratio guide

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 97055?
Homeowners insurance in ZIP 97055 (Sandy, OR) averages $1,203 per year as of 2022, close to the national median at the 23rd percentile, #128 of 339 ZIPs in Oregon. Premiums have changed +17.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Sandy, OR?
In ZIP 97055, insurers report a 41.0% loss ratio, a 2.87% claims frequency, and a 0.92% nonrenewal rate, the 23rd national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 97055 compared to the national average?
ZIP 97055 premiums of $1,203/yr are 32% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 23rd percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97055?
Insurers decline to renew 0.92% of policies in ZIP 97055 in Oregon, a rise of 15.6% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 97055 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 97055 have ranged from $1,023 to $1,203, with a 5-year average of $1,099. The annualized change rate is +4.1% per year.
How does ZIP 97055 compare to the Oregon state average?
The Oregon state average is $1,199/yr; ZIP 97055 averages $1,203/yr, 0% above that figure, ranking #128 of 339 tracked ZIPs in Oregon by premium.

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