ZIP 97351 · Polk County

Independence, OR Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 97351, Independence, Oregon.

50.6%
Loss ratio
0.61%
Nonrenewal rate
#321 of 339
Oregon rank
75
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Independence, OR (ZIP 97351) runs $946/yr on average: the 4th percentile nationally and 47% below the U.S. average.

$946
Avg premium (2022)
-47%
vs U.S. average
+4.0%
since 2018
4th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$946/yr
+4.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
50.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.89%
Avg severity: $16,590
Nonrenewal Rate
0.61%
-43.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 97351 (Independence, OR)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 97351 (Independence, OR) at $946 per year for 2022 across approximately 75 reported policies. Nationally, that ranks ZIP 97351 in the 4th percentile, 47% below the U.S. average of $1,776 per year. The Oregon statewide average is $1,199 per year; this ZIP sits 21% below that figure, ranking #321 of 339 tracked ZIPs in Oregon by premium. The closest-priced peer within Oregon is Portland (ZIP 97266) at $946, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

ZIP 97351 shows a 50.6% loss ratio, an indication that insurers retained a working margin after claims. About 2.89% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $16,590. The nonrenewal rate here is 0.61%, a drop of 43.5% over the past five years, the share of policies insurers choose not to extend at expiration, often a leading sign of market stress.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 97351 have risen by 4.0%, ranging from $900 to $946 with a five-year average of $919, an annualized rate of +1.0% 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 97351 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

Average premium in ZIP 97351, 2018–2022

$880$900$920$940$960 20182019202020212022 $946
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 97351.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $909 -
2019 $912 +0.4%
2020 $900 -1.3%
2021 $927 +3.0%
2022 $946 +2.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$919
Premium Range
$900 - $946
Annual Change Rate
+1.0% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 97351

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

  • Compare ZIP 97351 against nearby ZIPs to spot where rates run lower. 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 97351?
ZIP 97351 (Independence, OR) lands among the more affordable markets nationally: the 4th percentile as of 2022, averaging $946 per year, #321 of 339 ZIPs in Oregon. Premiums have changed +4.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Independence, OR?
Key cost drivers in ZIP 97351: a claims frequency of 2.89%, a loss ratio of 50.6%, and a nonrenewal rate of 0.61%, placing this ZIP in the 4th percentile nationally for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 97351 compared to the national average?
At $946/yr, ZIP 97351 runs 47% below the national average of $1,776/yr, the 4th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97351?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97351 is 0.61%, a drop of 43.5% over the past 5 years in Oregon.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 97351 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 97351 have ranged from $900 to $946, with a 5-year average of $919. The annualized change rate is +1.0% per year.
How does ZIP 97351 compare to the Oregon state average?
The Oregon state average is $1,199/yr; ZIP 97351 averages $946/yr, 21% below that figure, ranking #321 of 339 tracked ZIPs in Oregon by premium.

Every figure on PlainInsure is rendered directly from U.S. Treasury Federal Insurance Office data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on U.S. Treasury FIO data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.