ZIP 98047 Insurance Data

Pacific, Washington · King County · 1,013 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,133/yr
+3.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
40.5%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.84%
Avg severity: $16,177
Nonrenewal Rate
1.46%
+78.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98047 (Pacific, WA)

ZIP 98047 (Pacific, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,133 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,013 reported policies. That is 36% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 18th percentile nationally. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 18% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 98047 is 40.5%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.84%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $16,177. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.46% in this ZIP, a rise of 78.0% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 98047 have risen by 3.3%, ranging from $1,097 to $1,166 with a five-year average of $1,136 — an annualized rate of +0.8% 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 98047 Compares

vs National Average
$1,133 vs $1,776
36% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,133 vs $1,384
18% below state avg
National Percentile
18th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,097
2019 $1,128 +2.8%
2020 $1,166 +3.4%
2021 $1,154 -1.0%
2022 $1,133 -1.8%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,136
Premium Range
$1,097 - $1,166
Annual Change Rate
+0.8% 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 98047?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 98047 (Pacific, WA) is $1,133 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +3.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Pacific, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.84% in this ZIP), loss ratio (40.5%), and nonrenewal rates (1.46%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98047 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98047 premiums of $1,133/yr are 36% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 18th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98047?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98047 is 1.46%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +78.0% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98047 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 98047 have ranged from $1,097 to $1,166, with a 5-year average of $1,136. The annualized change rate is +0.8% per year.
How does ZIP 98047 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 98047 has an average premium of $1,133/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 18% below the state average.

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