ZIP 98245 Insurance Data

Eastsound, Washington · San Juan County · 44 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$2,096/yr
+16.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
41.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.47%
Avg severity: $24,805
Nonrenewal Rate
0.90%
+210.9% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98245 (Eastsound, WA)

ZIP 98245 (Eastsound, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $2,096 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 44 reported policies. That is 18% above the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 79th percentile nationally. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 51% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 98245 is 41.1%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.47%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $24,805. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.90% in this ZIP, a rise of 210.9% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 98245 have risen by 16.4%, ranging from $1,801 to $2,096 with a five-year average of $1,973 — an annualized rate of +3.9% 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 98245 Compares

vs National Average
$2,096 vs $1,776
18% above national avg
vs Washington Average
$2,096 vs $1,384
51% above state avg
National Percentile
79th percentile
More expensive than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,801
2019 $1,941 +7.8%
2020 $2,000 +3.1%
2021 $2,029 +1.4%
2022 $2,096 +3.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,973
Premium Range
$1,801 - $2,096
Annual Change Rate
+3.9% 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 98245?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 98245 (Eastsound, WA) is $2,096 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +16.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Eastsound, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.47% in this ZIP), loss ratio (41.1%), and nonrenewal rates (0.90%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98245 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98245 premiums of $2,096/yr are 18% above the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 79th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98245?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98245 is 0.90%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +210.9% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98245 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 98245 have ranged from $1,801 to $2,096, with a 5-year average of $1,973. The annualized change rate is +3.9% per year.
How does ZIP 98245 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 98245 has an average premium of $2,096/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 51% above the state average.

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