ZIP 98532 · Lewis County

Chehalis, WA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 98532, Chehalis, Washington.

42.3%
Loss ratio
0.74%
Nonrenewal rate
#311 of 511
Washington rank
28
Policies

The verdict

At $1,266/yr, Chehalis, WA (ZIP 98532) sits in the 28th percentile nationally for homeowners insurance costs, 29% below the U.S. average.

$1,266
Avg premium (2022)
-29%
vs U.S. average
+5.3%
since 2018
28th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,266/yr
+5.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
42.3%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.35%
Avg severity: $22,821
Nonrenewal Rate
0.74%
+94.2% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98532 (Chehalis, WA)

ZIP 98532 (Chehalis, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,266 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 28 reported policies. Against a national average of $1,776 per year, ZIP 98532 comes in 29% below, the 28th percentile among all tracked ZIPs. Against Washington's average of $1,384, ZIP 98532 is 9% below, ranking #311 of 511 tracked ZIPs in Washington by premium. The closest-priced peer within Washington is Moses Lake (ZIP 98837) at $1,266, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 42.3%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in this ZIP. About 2.35% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $22,821. Nonrenewal, insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration, occurs at 0.74% in this ZIP, a rise of 94.2% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Premium data spanning 5 years shows ZIP 98532 costs have risen 5.3% since 2018, from a low of $1,203 to a high of $1,266, 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 98532 Compares

vs National Average
$1,266 vs $1,776
29% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,266 vs $1,384
9% below state avg
National Percentile
28th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 98532, 2018–2022

$1,180$1,200$1,220$1,240$1,260$1,280 20182019202020212022 $1,266
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 98532.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,203 -
2019 $1,223 +1.7%
2020 $1,243 +1.6%
2021 $1,266 +1.9%
2022 $1,266 -0.0%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,240
Premium Range
$1,203 - $1,266
Annual Change Rate
+1.3% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 98532

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 98532?
At the 28th percentile nationally, #311 of 511 ZIPs in Washington, ZIP 98532 (Chehalis, WA) pays a middle-of-the-pack $1,266 per year as of 2022 for homeowners insurance. Premiums have changed +5.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Chehalis, WA?
In ZIP 98532, insurers report a 42.3% loss ratio, a 2.35% claims frequency, and a 0.74% nonrenewal rate, the 28th national percentile for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98532 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98532 premiums of $1,266/yr are 29% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 28th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98532?
Insurers decline to renew 0.74% of policies in ZIP 98532 in Washington, a rise of 94.2% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98532 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 98532 have ranged from $1,203 to $1,266, with a 5-year average of $1,240. The annualized change rate is +1.3% per year.
How does ZIP 98532 compare to the Washington state average?
The Washington state average is $1,384/yr; ZIP 98532 averages $1,266/yr, 9% below that figure, ranking #311 of 511 tracked ZIPs in Washington by premium.

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