ZIP 98498 · Pierce County

Lakewood, WA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 98498, Lakewood, Washington.

66.1%
Loss ratio
0.95%
Nonrenewal rate
#339 of 511
Washington rank
1,261
Policies

The verdict

ZIP 98498 (Lakewood, WA) homeowners insurance averages $1,243/yr, 27th percentile nationally, 30% below the U.S. norm.

$1,243
Avg premium (2022)
-30%
vs U.S. average
+5.1%
since 2018
27th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,243/yr
+5.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
66.1%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.75%
Avg severity: $21,954
Nonrenewal Rate
0.95%
+176.7% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98498 (Lakewood, WA)

Homeowners in ZIP 98498 (Lakewood, WA) pay an average of $1,243 per year for insurance as of 2022, according to U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level data across approximately 1,261 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 30% below that mark and lands in the 27th national percentile. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 10% below, ranking #339 of 511 tracked ZIPs in Washington by premium. The closest-priced peer within Washington is Puyallup (ZIP 98375) at $1,244, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 66.1%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in this ZIP. About 3.75% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $21,954. 0.95% of ZIP 98498 policies go unrenewed at expiration, a rise of 176.7% over the past five years, a pattern that tends to precede broader insurer pullback in stressed markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 98498 premiums risen 5.1%, spanning $1,183 to $1,257 (five-year average: $1,232), an annualized rate of +1.3% 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 98498 Compares

vs National Average
$1,243 vs $1,776
30% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,243 vs $1,384
10% below state avg
National Percentile
27th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 98498, 2018–2022

$1,160$1,180$1,200$1,220$1,240$1,260$1,280 20182019202020212022 $1,243
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 98498.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,183 -
2019 $1,223 +3.4%
2020 $1,256 +2.7%
2021 $1,257 +0.1%
2022 $1,243 -1.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,232
Premium Range
$1,183 - $1,257
Annual Change Rate
+1.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 98498

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

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 98498?
At the 27th percentile nationally, #339 of 511 ZIPs in Washington, ZIP 98498 (Lakewood, WA) pays a middle-of-the-pack $1,243 per year as of 2022 for homeowners insurance. Premiums have changed +5.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Lakewood, WA?
Key cost drivers in ZIP 98498: a claims frequency of 3.75%, a loss ratio of 66.1%, and a nonrenewal rate of 0.95%, placing this ZIP in the 27th percentile nationally for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98498 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98498 premiums of $1,243/yr are 30% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 27th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98498?
ZIP 98498 shows a nonrenewal rate of 0.95% in Washington, a rise of 176.7% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98498 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 98498 have ranged from $1,183 to $1,257, with a 5-year average of $1,232. The annualized change rate is +1.3% per year.
How does ZIP 98498 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 98498 has an average premium of $1,243/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 10% below the state average, ranking #339 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.