ZIP 98538 Insurance Data

Curtis, Washington · Lewis County · 1 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,639/yr
+6.3% since 2018
Loss Ratio
15.9%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.86%
Avg severity: $9,116
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98538 (Curtis, WA)

ZIP 98538 (Curtis, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,639 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 1 reported policies. That is 8% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 56th percentile nationally. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 18% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 98538 is 15.9%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 2.86%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $9,116.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 98538 have risen by 6.3%, ranging from $1,500 to $1,639 with a five-year average of $1,576 — an annualized rate of +1.5% 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 98538 Compares

vs National Average
$1,639 vs $1,776
8% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,639 vs $1,384
18% above state avg
National Percentile
56th percentile
Above median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,542
2019 $1,500 -2.7%
2020 $1,596 +6.4%
2021 $1,603 +0.4%
2022 $1,639 +2.3%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,576
Premium Range
$1,500 - $1,639
Annual Change Rate
+1.5% 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 98538?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 98538 (Curtis, WA) is $1,639 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +6.3% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Curtis, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (2.86% in this ZIP), loss ratio (15.9%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98538 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98538 premiums of $1,639/yr are 8% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 56th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98538?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98538 is N/A. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98538 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 98538 have ranged from $1,500 to $1,639, with a 5-year average of $1,576. The annualized change rate is +1.5% per year.
How does ZIP 98538 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 98538 has an average premium of $1,639/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 18% above the state average.

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