ZIP 97201 · Multnomah County

Portland, OR Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 97201, Portland, Oregon.

19.9%
Loss ratio
1.23%
Nonrenewal rate
#1 of 339
Oregon rank
2,943
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Portland, OR (ZIP 97201) runs $2,808/yr on average: the 93rd percentile nationally and 58% above the U.S. average.

$2,808
Avg premium (2022)
+58%
vs U.S. average
+8.3%
since 2018
93rd
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,808/yr
+8.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
19.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.64%
Avg severity: $9,891
Nonrenewal Rate
1.23%
+163.2% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 97201 (Portland, OR)

Homeowners in ZIP 97201 (Portland, OR) pay an average of $2,808 per year for insurance as of 2022, according to U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level data across approximately 2,943 reported policies. That is 58% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 93rd percentile nationally. Oregon homeowners pay $1,199 per year on average; this ZIP diverges by 134% (above), ranking #1 of 339 tracked ZIPs in Oregon by premium. The closest-priced peer within Oregon is Portland (ZIP 97205) at $2,650, 6% below this ZIP's rate.

With a loss ratio of 19.9%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in ZIP 97201. About 5.64% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $9,891. The nonrenewal rate here is 1.23%, a rise of 163.2% over the past five years, the share of policies insurers choose not to extend at expiration, often a leading sign of market stress.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 97201 premiums risen 8.3%, spanning $2,593 to $2,808 (five-year average: $2,697), an annualized rate of +2.0% 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 97201 Compares

vs National Average
$2,808 vs $1,776
58% above national avg
vs Oregon Average
$2,808 vs $1,199
134% above state avg
National Percentile
93th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 97201, 2018–2022

$2,550$2,600$2,650$2,700$2,750$2,800$2,850 20182019202020212022 $2,808
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 97201.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $2,593 -
2019 $2,625 +1.2%
2020 $2,714 +3.4%
2021 $2,746 +1.2%
2022 $2,808 +2.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$2,697
Premium Range
$2,593 - $2,808
Annual Change Rate
+2.0% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 97201

Costs here sit well above the national norm, budget accordingly and shop coverage actively.

  • Compare ZIP 97201 against nearby ZIPs to spot where rates run lower. Compare ZIPs
  • Oregon's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Oregon overview
  • Understand what loss ratio reveals about this area's insurance market. 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 97201?
At the 93rd percentile nationally, #1 of 339 ZIPs in Oregon, ZIP 97201 (Portland, OR) ranks among the pricier markets for homeowners insurance, averaging $2,808 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +8.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Portland, OR?
Key cost drivers in ZIP 97201: a claims frequency of 5.64%, a loss ratio of 19.9%, and a nonrenewal rate of 1.23%, placing this ZIP in the 93rd percentile nationally for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 97201 compared to the national average?
Nationally, ZIP 97201 lands in the 93rd percentile: its $2,808/yr average is 58% above the U.S. figure of $1,776/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97201?
ZIP 97201 shows a nonrenewal rate of 1.23% in Oregon, a rise of 163.2% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 97201 over 5 years?
ZIP 97201 premiums spanned $2,593 to $2,808 across the 2018-2022 window, a 5-year average of $2,697. The annualized change rate is +2.0% per year.
How does ZIP 97201 compare to the Oregon state average?
The Oregon state average is $1,199/yr; ZIP 97201 averages $2,808/yr, 134% above that figure, ranking #1 of 339 tracked ZIPs in Oregon by premium.

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