ZIP 99036 Insurance Data

Valleyford, Washington · Spokane County · 13 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,542/yr
+10.1% since 2018
Loss Ratio
86.4%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
4.09%
Avg severity: $32,603
Nonrenewal Rate
0.43%
-17.0% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 99036 (Valleyford, WA)

ZIP 99036 (Valleyford, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,542 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 13 reported policies. That is 13% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 49th percentile nationally. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 11% above, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 99036 is 86.4%, meaning insurers are operating on thin margins here. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 4.09%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $32,603. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.43% in this ZIP, a drop of 17.0% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 99036 have risen by 10.1%, ranging from $1,400 to $1,542 with a five-year average of $1,473 — an annualized rate of +2.4% 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 99036 Compares

vs National Average
$1,542 vs $1,776
13% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,542 vs $1,384
11% above state avg
National Percentile
49th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,400
2019 $1,428 +2.0%
2020 $1,491 +4.4%
2021 $1,503 +0.8%
2022 $1,542 +2.5%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,473
Premium Range
$1,400 - $1,542
Annual Change Rate
+2.4% 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 99036?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 99036 (Valleyford, WA) is $1,542 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +10.1% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Valleyford, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (4.09% in this ZIP), loss ratio (86.4%), and nonrenewal rates (0.43%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 99036 compared to the national average?
ZIP 99036 premiums of $1,542/yr are 13% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 49th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 99036?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 99036 is 0.43%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -17.0% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 99036 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 99036 have ranged from $1,400 to $1,542, with a 5-year average of $1,473. The annualized change rate is +2.4% per year.
How does ZIP 99036 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 99036 has an average premium of $1,542/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 11% above the state average.

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