ZIP 98408 · Pierce County

Tacoma, WA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 98408, Tacoma, Washington.

79.1%
Loss ratio
1.09%
Nonrenewal rate
#435 of 511
Washington rank
2,150
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 98408 (Tacoma, WA) homeowners insurance averages $1,152/yr, 19th percentile nationally, 35% below the U.S. norm.

$1,152
Avg premium (2022)
-35%
vs U.S. average
+2.5%
since 2018
19th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,152/yr
+2.5% since 2018
Loss Ratio
79.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.05%
Avg severity: $22,495
Nonrenewal Rate
1.09%
+39.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98408 (Tacoma, WA)

Homeowners in ZIP 98408 (Tacoma, WA) pay an average of $1,152 per year for insurance as of 2022, according to U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level data across approximately 2,150 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 35% below that mark and lands in the 19th national percentile. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 17% below, ranking #435 of 511 tracked ZIPs in Washington by premium. The closest-priced peer within Washington is Bellingham (ZIP 98225) at $1,153, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

With a loss ratio of 79.1%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in ZIP 98408. About 4.05% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $22,495. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 1.09% in this ZIP, a rise of 39.0% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 98408 have risen by 2.5%, ranging from $1,124 to $1,182 with a five-year average of $1,152, an annualized rate of +0.6% 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 98408 Compares

vs National Average
$1,152 vs $1,776
35% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,152 vs $1,384
17% below state avg
National Percentile
19th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 98408, 2018–2022

$1,120$1,140$1,160$1,180$1,200 20182019202020212022 $1,152
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 98408.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,124 -
2019 $1,156 +2.8%
2020 $1,182 +2.2%
2021 $1,148 -2.9%
2022 $1,152 +0.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,152
Premium Range
$1,124 - $1,182
Annual Change Rate
+0.6% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 98408

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

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 98408?
Homeowners insurance in ZIP 98408 (Tacoma, WA) is comparatively affordable at $1,152 per year as of 2022, just the 19th percentile nationally, #435 of 511 ZIPs in Washington. Premiums have changed +2.5% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Tacoma, WA?
In ZIP 98408, insurers report a 79.1% loss ratio, a 4.05% claims frequency, and a 1.09% nonrenewal rate, the 19th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98408 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98408 premiums of $1,152/yr are 35% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 19th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98408?
ZIP 98408 shows a nonrenewal rate of 1.09% in Washington, a rise of 39.0% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98408 over 5 years?
ZIP 98408 premiums spanned $1,124 to $1,182 across the 2018-2022 window, a 5-year average of $1,152. The annualized change rate is +0.6% per year.
How does ZIP 98408 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 98408 runs 17% below the Washington state average ($1,384/yr vs this ZIP's $1,152/yr), ranking #435 of 511 tracked ZIPs in Washington 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.