ZIP 97540 · Jackson County

Talent, OR Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 97540, Talent, Oregon.

597.2%
Loss ratio
0.71%
Nonrenewal rate
#276 of 339
Oregon rank
73
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Talent, OR (ZIP 97540) runs $1,025/yr on average: the 9th percentile nationally and 42% below the U.S. average.

$1,025
Avg premium (2022)
-42%
vs U.S. average
+18.3%
since 2018
9th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,025/yr
+18.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
597.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
5.91%
Avg severity: $103,454
Nonrenewal Rate
0.71%
+14.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 97540 (Talent, OR)

For 2022, the average cost of homeowners insurance in ZIP 97540 (Talent, OR) runs $1,025 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO's ZIP-level tracking across approximately 73 reported policies. That is 42% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 9th percentile nationally. Against Oregon's average of $1,199, ZIP 97540 is 15% below, ranking #276 of 339 tracked ZIPs in Oregon by premium. The closest-priced peer within Oregon is Tangent (ZIP 97389) at $1,027, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

The loss ratio for ZIP 97540 is 597.2%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected, a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. About 5.91% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $103,454. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.71% in this ZIP, a rise of 14.3% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 97540 have risen by 18.3%, ranging from $866 to $1,025 with a five-year average of $946, an annualized rate of +4.3% 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 97540 Compares

vs National Average
$1,025 vs $1,776
42% below national avg
vs Oregon Average
$1,025 vs $1,199
15% below state avg
National Percentile
9th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 97540, 2018–2022

$850$900$950$1,000$1,050 20182019202020212022 $1,025
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 97540.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $866 -
2019 $897 +3.6%
2020 $937 +4.4%
2021 $1,007 +7.5%
2022 $1,025 +1.8%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$946
Premium Range
$866 - $1,025
Annual Change Rate
+4.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 97540

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

  • Put ZIP 97540 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • Oregon's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Oregon overview
  • A loss ratio above 100% in this ZIP points to rate pressure ahead, see what it means for renewals. 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 97540?
At just the 9th national percentile, #276 of 339 ZIPs in Oregon, homeowners in ZIP 97540 (Talent, OR) pay a comparatively low $1,025 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +18.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Talent, OR?
Two cost drivers stand out in ZIP 97540: a claims frequency of 5.91% and a nonrenewal rate of 0.71%, against a loss ratio above 100% (597.2%) that shows insurers paying out more than they collect.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 97540 compared to the national average?
Nationally, ZIP 97540 lands in the 9th percentile: its $1,025/yr average is 42% below the U.S. figure of $1,776/yr.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97540?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 97540 is 0.71%, a rise of 14.3% over the past 5 years in Oregon.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 97540 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 97540 have ranged from $866 to $1,025, with a 5-year average of $946. The annualized change rate is +4.3% per year.
How does ZIP 97540 compare to the Oregon state average?
The Oregon state average is $1,199/yr; ZIP 97540 averages $1,025/yr, 15% below that figure, ranking #276 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.