ZIP 98635 Insurance Data

Lyle, Washington · Klickitat County · 5 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,453/yr
+16.7% since 2018
Loss Ratio
27.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
3.17%
Avg severity: $12,737
Nonrenewal Rate
1.90%
+266.3% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98635 (Lyle, WA)

ZIP 98635 (Lyle, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,453 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 5 reported policies. That is 18% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 43th percentile nationally. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 5% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 98635 is 27.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 3.17%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $12,737. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.90% in this ZIP, a rise of 266.3% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 98635 have risen by 16.7%, ranging from $1,245 to $1,453 with a five-year average of $1,363 — an annualized rate of +3.9% 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 98635 Compares

vs National Average
$1,453 vs $1,776
18% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,453 vs $1,384
5% above state avg
National Percentile
43th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,245
2019 $1,328 +6.7%
2020 $1,372 +3.3%
2021 $1,419 +3.4%
2022 $1,453 +2.4%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,363
Premium Range
$1,245 - $1,453
Annual Change Rate
+3.9% 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 98635?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 98635 (Lyle, WA) is $1,453 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +16.7% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Lyle, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (3.17% in this ZIP), loss ratio (27.8%), and nonrenewal rates (1.90%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98635 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98635 premiums of $1,453/yr are 18% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 43th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98635?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98635 is 1.90%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +266.3% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98635 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 98635 have ranged from $1,245 to $1,453, with a 5-year average of $1,363. The annualized change rate is +3.9% per year.
How does ZIP 98635 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 98635 has an average premium of $1,453/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 5% above the state average.

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