ZIP 98445 · Pierce County

Tacoma, WA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 98445, Tacoma, Washington.

60.3%
Loss ratio
1.00%
Nonrenewal rate
#439 of 511
Washington rank
1,097
Policies

The verdict

Homeowners insurance in Tacoma, WA (ZIP 98445) runs $1,148/yr on average: the 19th percentile nationally and 35% below the U.S. average.

$1,148
Avg premium (2022)
-35%
vs U.S. average
+4.3%
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)
$1,148/yr
+4.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
60.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.77%
Avg severity: $18,376
Nonrenewal Rate
1.00%
+129.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98445 (Tacoma, WA)

For 2022, the average cost of homeowners insurance in ZIP 98445 (Tacoma, WA) runs $1,148 per year, based on U.S. Treasury FIO's ZIP-level tracking across approximately 1,097 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 #439 of 511 tracked ZIPs in Washington by premium. The closest-priced peer within Washington is Spokane (ZIP 99208) at $1,149, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

ZIP 98445 shows a 60.3% loss ratio, an indication that insurers retained a working margin after claims. 3.77% of policies in ZIP 98445 file at least one claim in a given year, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $18,376. Insurers decline to renew 1.00% of policies in ZIP 98445 at expiration, a rise of 129.7% over the past five years; a rising rate typically signals carriers retreating from higher-risk markets.

Since 2018, premiums here have risen by 4.3% through 2022, ranging $1,101 to $1,181 with a 5-year average of $1,150, an annualized rate of +1.1% 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 98445 Compares

vs National Average
$1,148 vs $1,776
35% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,148 vs $1,384
17% below state avg
National Percentile
19th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 98445, 2018–2022

$1,080$1,100$1,120$1,140$1,160$1,180$1,200 20182019202020212022 $1,148
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 98445.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,101 -
2019 $1,142 +3.7%
2020 $1,181 +3.4%
2021 $1,176 -0.4%
2022 $1,148 -2.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,150
Premium Range
$1,101 - $1,181
Annual Change Rate
+1.1% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 98445

Use these averages as a benchmark, then get real quotes before you commit.

  • Put ZIP 98445 side by side with nearby ZIPs to see where you'd pay less. Compare ZIPs
  • Washington's statewide premium and nonrenewal picture, compared to other states. Washington overview
  • Loss ratio explains a lot about this area's insurance market, here's how to read it. 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 98445?
Homeowners insurance in ZIP 98445 (Tacoma, WA) is comparatively affordable at $1,148 per year as of 2022, just the 19th percentile nationally, #439 of 511 ZIPs in Washington. Premiums have changed +4.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Tacoma, WA?
In ZIP 98445, insurers report a 60.3% loss ratio, a 3.77% claims frequency, and a 1.00% nonrenewal rate, the 19th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98445 compared to the national average?
At $1,148/yr, ZIP 98445 runs 35% below the national average of $1,776/yr, the 19th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98445?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98445 is 1.00%, a rise of 129.7% over the past 5 years in Washington.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98445 over 5 years?
ZIP 98445 premiums spanned $1,101 to $1,181 across the 2018-2022 window, a 5-year average of $1,150. The annualized change rate is +1.1% per year.
How does ZIP 98445 compare to the Washington state average?
The Washington state average is $1,384/yr; ZIP 98445 averages $1,148/yr, 17% below that figure, ranking #439 of 511 tracked ZIPs in Washington by premium.

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