ZIP 99116 Insurance Data

Coulee Dam, Washington · Okanogan County · 11 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,256/yr
+3.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
135.2%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
0.91%
Avg severity: $186,820
Nonrenewal Rate
1.21%
-38.6% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 99116 (Coulee Dam, WA)

ZIP 99116 (Coulee Dam, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,256 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 11 reported policies. That is 29% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 28th percentile nationally. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 9% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 99116 is 135.2%, meaning insurers paid out more in claims than they collected — a signal that premiums may rise or carriers may exit. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 0.91%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $186,820. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 1.21% in this ZIP, a drop of 38.6% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 99116 have risen by 3.6%, ranging from $1,212 to $1,297 with a five-year average of $1,251 — an annualized rate of +0.9% 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 99116 Compares

vs National Average
$1,256 vs $1,776
29% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,256 vs $1,384
9% below state avg
National Percentile
28th percentile
Below median cost

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,212
2019 $1,239 +2.2%
2020 $1,249 +0.8%
2021 $1,297 +3.8%
2022 $1,256 -3.2%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,251
Premium Range
$1,212 - $1,297
Annual Change Rate
+0.9% 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 99116?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 99116 (Coulee Dam, WA) is $1,256 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +3.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Coulee Dam, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (0.91% in this ZIP), loss ratio (135.2%), and nonrenewal rates (1.21%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 99116 compared to the national average?
ZIP 99116 premiums of $1,256/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 99116?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 99116 is 1.21%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by -38.6% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 99116 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 99116 have ranged from $1,212 to $1,297, with a 5-year average of $1,251. The annualized change rate is +0.9% per year.
How does ZIP 99116 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 99116 has an average premium of $1,256/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 9% below the state average.

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