ZIP 97266 Insurance Data

Portland, Oregon · Multnomah County · 2,128 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$946/yr
+13.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
55.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.48%
Avg severity: $21,189
Nonrenewal Rate
0.55%
-46.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 97266 (Portland, OR)

ZIP 97266 (Portland, OR) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $946 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2,128 reported policies. That is 47% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 4th percentile nationally. Compared to the Oregon state average of $1,199, this ZIP runs 21% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 97266 is 55.6%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.48%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $21,189. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.55% in this ZIP, a drop of 46.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 97266 have risen by 13.3%, ranging from $835 to $946 with a five-year average of $886 — an annualized rate of +3.2% 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 97266 Compares

vs National Average
$946 vs $1,776
47% below national avg
vs Oregon Average
$946 vs $1,199
21% below state avg
National Percentile
4th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $835
2019 $862 +3.2%
2020 $868 +0.8%
2021 $918 +5.7%
2022 $946 +3.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$886
Premium Range
$835 - $946
Annual Change Rate
+3.2% 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 97266?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 97266 (Portland, OR) is $946 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +13.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Portland, OR?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.48% in this ZIP), loss ratio (55.6%), and nonrenewal rates (0.55%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 97266 compared to the national average?
ZIP 97266 premiums of $946/yr are 47% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 4th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97266?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97266 is 0.55%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -46.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 97266 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 97266 have ranged from $835 to $946, with a 5-year average of $886. The annualized change rate is +3.2% per year.
How does ZIP 97266 compare to the Oregon state average?
ZIP 97266 has an average premium of $946/yr compared to the Oregon state average of $1,199/yr. This ZIP is 21% below the state average.

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