ZIP 99179 Insurance Data

Uniontown, Washington · Whitman County · 2 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,182/yr
+11.6% since 2018
Loss Ratio
15.8%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
1.94%
Avg severity: $9,608
Nonrenewal Rate
N/A

Data Snapshot: ZIP 99179 (Uniontown, WA)

ZIP 99179 (Uniontown, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,182 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 2 reported policies. That is 33% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 22th percentile nationally. Compared to the Washington state average of $1,384, this ZIP runs 15% below, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in catastrophe exposure, property age, and claims history.

The loss ratio for ZIP 99179 is 15.8%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 1.94%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $9,608.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 99179 have risen by 11.6%, ranging from $1,045 to $1,435 with a five-year average of $1,201 — an annualized rate of +2.8% 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 99179 Compares

vs National Average
$1,182 vs $1,776
33% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,182 vs $1,384
15% below state avg
National Percentile
22th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,060
2019 $1,045 -1.4%
2020 $1,435 +37.3%
2021 $1,286 -10.4%
2022 $1,182 -8.1%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,201
Premium Range
$1,045 - $1,435
Annual Change Rate
+2.8% 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 99179?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 99179 (Uniontown, WA) is $1,182 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +11.6% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in Uniontown, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (1.94% in this ZIP), loss ratio (15.8%), and nonrenewal rates (N/A). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 99179 compared to the national average?
ZIP 99179 premiums of $1,182/yr are 33% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 22th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 99179?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 99179 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 99179 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 99179 have ranged from $1,045 to $1,435, with a 5-year average of $1,201. The annualized change rate is +2.8% per year.
How does ZIP 99179 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 99179 has an average premium of $1,182/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 15% below the state average.

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