ZIP 98802 · Douglas County

East Wenatchee, WA Homeowners Insurance

Homeowners insurance market metrics for ZIP 98802, East Wenatchee, Washington.

29.6%
Loss ratio
0.54%
Nonrenewal rate
#306 of 511
Washington rank
61
Policies

The verdict

East Wenatchee, WA (ZIP 98802) averages $1,268/yr for homeowners insurance, 29% below the U.S. average, placing it in the 29th percentile nationally.

$1,268
Avg premium (2022)
-29%
vs U.S. average
+11.4%
since 2018
29th
national percentile

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

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,268/yr
+11.4% since 2018
Loss Ratio
29.6%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
2.54%
Avg severity: $14,785
Nonrenewal Rate
0.54%
+2.8% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 98802 (East Wenatchee, WA)

ZIP 98802 (East Wenatchee, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,268 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 61 reported policies. The U.S. average sits at $1,776 per year, so this ZIP runs 29% below that mark and lands in the 29th national percentile. The Washington statewide average is $1,384 per year; this ZIP sits 8% below that figure, ranking #306 of 511 tracked ZIPs in Washington by premium. The closest-priced peer within Washington is Kalama (ZIP 98625) at $1,268, essentially matching this ZIP's rate.

At a loss ratio of 29.6%, insurers retained a working margin after claims in this ZIP. About 2.54% of policyholders in this ZIP file a claim annually, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $14,785. Insurers decline to renew 0.54% of policies in ZIP 98802 at expiration, a rise of 2.8% over the past five years; a rising rate typically signals carriers retreating from higher-risk markets.

Over the 2018–2022 window, ZIP 98802 premiums risen 11.4%, spanning $1,139 to $1,268 (five-year average: $1,219), an annualized rate of +2.7% 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 98802 Compares

vs National Average
$1,268 vs $1,776
29% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,268 vs $1,384
8% below state avg
National Percentile
29th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Average premium in ZIP 98802, 2018–2022

$1,100$1,150$1,200$1,250$1,300 20182019202020212022 $1,268
Average homeowners premium per year in ZIP 98802.
Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,139 -
2019 $1,194 +4.9%
2020 $1,236 +3.5%
2021 $1,257 +1.7%
2022 $1,268 +0.9%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,219
Premium Range
$1,139 - $1,268
Annual Change Rate
+2.7% per year
Years of Data
5 (2018-2022)

What this means for ZIP 98802

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

  • Compare ZIP 98802 against nearby ZIPs to spot where rates run lower. 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 98802?
ZIP 98802 (East Wenatchee, WA) tracks close to the national middle for homeowners insurance costs: $1,268 per year as of 2022 (29th percentile, #306 of 511 ZIPs in Washington). Premiums have changed +11.4% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in East Wenatchee, WA?
Key cost drivers in ZIP 98802: a claims frequency of 2.54%, a loss ratio of 29.6%, and a nonrenewal rate of 0.54%, placing this ZIP in the 29th percentile nationally for cost.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 98802 compared to the national average?
ZIP 98802 premiums of $1,268/yr are 29% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 29th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 98802?
Insurers decline to renew 0.54% of policies in ZIP 98802 in Washington, a rise of 2.8% over the past 5 years.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 98802 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 98802 have ranged from $1,139 to $1,268, with a 5-year average of $1,219. The annualized change rate is +2.7% per year.
How does ZIP 98802 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 98802 has an average premium of $1,268/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 8% below the state average, ranking #306 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.