ZIP 97394 · Lincoln County

Waldport, OR Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 97394, Waldport, Oregon.

5.9%
Loss ratio
0.42%
Nonrenewal rate
#255 of 339
Oregon rank
29
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 97394 (Waldport, OR) homeowners insurance averages $1,057/yr, 12th percentile nationally, 40% below the U.S. norm.

$1,057
Avg premium (2022)
-40%
vs U.S. average
+7.9%
since 2018
12th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,057/yr
+7.9% since 2018
Loss Ratio
5.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
0.91%
Avg severity: $6,874
Nonrenewal Rate
0.42%
-45.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 97394 (Waldport, OR)

U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations put the average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 97394 (Waldport, OR) at $1,057 per year for 2022 across approximately 29 reported policies. Nationally, that ranks ZIP 97394 in the 12th percentile, 40% below the U.S. average of $1,776 per year. Against Oregon's average of $1,199, ZIP 97394 is 12% below, ranking #255 of 339 tracked ZIPs in Oregon by premium. The closest-priced peer within Oregon is Saint Helens (ZIP 97051) at $1,055, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

With a loss ratio of 5.9%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in ZIP 97394. Claim frequency, the share of policies with at least one claim, is 0.91%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $6,874. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.42% in this ZIP, a drop of 45.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 97394 premiums risen 7.9%, spanning $980 to $1,057 (five-year average: $1,017), an annualized rate of +1.9% 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 97394 Compares

vs National Average
$1,057 vs $1,776
40% below national avg
vs Oregon Average
$1,057 vs $1,199
12% below state avg
National Percentile
12th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 97394, 2018–2022

$960$980$1,000$1,020$1,040$1,060$1,080 20182019202020212022 $1,057
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 97394.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $980 -
2019 $1,022 +4.3%
2020 $992 -3.0%
2021 $1,036 +4.5%
2022 $1,057 +2.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,017
Premium Range
$980 - $1,057
Annual Change Rate
+1.9% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 97394

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

  • Compare ZIP 97394 against nearby ZIPs to spot where rates run lower. Compare ZIPs
  • Oregon's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. 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 97394?
At just the 12th national percentile, #255 of 339 ZIPs in Oregon, homeowners in ZIP 97394 (Waldport, OR) pay a comparatively low $1,057 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +7.9% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Waldport, OR?
In ZIP 97394, insurers report a 5.9% loss ratio, a 0.91% claims frequency, and a 0.42% nonrenewal rate, the 12th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 97394 compared to the national average?
ZIP 97394 premiums of $1,057/yr are 40% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 12th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97394?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97394 is 0.42%, a drop of 45.9% over the past 5 years in Oregon.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 97394 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 97394 have ranged from $980 to $1,057, with a 5-year average of $1,017. The annualized change rate is +1.9% per year.
How does ZIP 97394 compare to the Oregon state average?
ZIP 97394 runs 12% below the Oregon state average ($1,199/yr vs this ZIP's $1,057/yr), ranking #255 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.