ZIP 98055 Insurance Data

Renton, Washington · King County · 1,765 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,294/yr
+7.0% since 2018
Loss Ratio
67.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.71%
Avg severity: $32,231
Nonrenewal Rate
1.03%
+125.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98055 (Renton, WA)

ZIP 98055 (Renton, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,294 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1,765 reported policies. That is 27% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 31th percentile nationally. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 7% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 98055 is 67.4%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.71%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $32,231. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.03% in this ZIP, a rise of 125.5% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 98055 have risen by 7.0%, ranging from $1,209 to $1,310 with a five-year average of $1,274 — an annualized rate of +1.7% 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 98055 Compares

vs National Average
$1,294 vs $1,776
27% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,294 vs $1,384
7% below state avg
National Percentile
31th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,209
2019 $1,260 +4.2%
2020 $1,297 +3.0%
2021 $1,310 +1.0%
2022 $1,294 -1.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,274
Premium Range
$1,209 - $1,310
Annual Change Rate
+1.7% 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 98055?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 98055 (Renton, WA) is $1,294 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +7.0% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Renton, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.71% in this ZIP), loss ratio (67.4%), and nonrenewal rates (1.03%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98055 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98055 premiums of $1,294/yr are 27% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 31th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98055?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98055 is 1.03%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +125.5% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98055 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 98055 have ranged from $1,209 to $1,310, with a 5-year average of $1,274. The annualized change rate is +1.7% per year.
How does ZIP 98055 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 98055 has an average premium of $1,294/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 7% below the state average.

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