ZIP 99353 Insurance Data

West Richland, Washington · Benton County · 197 policies

Avg Premium (2022)
$1,179/yr
+10.2% since 2018
Loss Ratio
69.0%
Claims paid vs premiums
Claim Frequency
7.09%
Avg severity: $11,484
Nonrenewal Rate
0.69%
+364.5% change

Data Snapshot: ZIP 99353 (West Richland, WA)

ZIP 99353 (West Richland, WA) shows an average homeowners insurance premium of $1,179 per year as of 2022, based on U.S. Treasury FIO ZIP-level observations across approximately 197 reported policies. That is 34% below the national average of $1,776 per year, placing this ZIP in the 21th 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 99353 is 69.0%, meaning insurers retained a working margin after claims. Claim frequency — the share of policies with at least one claim — is 7.09%, and the average claim severity (amount paid per claim) is $11,484. Nonrenewal — insurers declining to extend coverage at policy expiration — occurs at 0.69% in this ZIP, a rise of 364.5% over the past five years; rising nonrenewal often signals insurer retreat from high-risk markets.

Across 5 years (2018–2022), premiums in ZIP 99353 have risen by 10.2%, ranging from $1,070 to $1,187 with a five-year average of $1,152 — an annualized rate of +2.5% 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 99353 Compares

vs National Average
$1,179 vs $1,776
34% below national avg
vs Washington Average
$1,179 vs $1,384
15% below state avg
National Percentile
21th percentile
More affordable than most ZIPs

Premium History

Year Avg Premium YoY Change
2018 $1,070
2019 $1,141 +6.6%
2020 $1,180 +3.4%
2021 $1,187 +0.5%
2022 $1,179 -0.6%

5-Year Trend Summary

5-Year Avg Premium
$1,152
Premium Range
$1,070 - $1,187
Annual Change Rate
+2.5% 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 99353?
The average homeowners insurance premium in ZIP 99353 (West Richland, WA) is $1,179 per year as of 2022. Premiums have changed +10.2% over the past 5 years.
What affects homeowners insurance costs in West Richland, WA?
Key factors include claims frequency (7.09% in this ZIP), loss ratio (69.0%), and nonrenewal rates (0.69%). Natural disaster risk, property values, and local building costs also impact premiums.
Is homeowners insurance expensive in ZIP 99353 compared to the national average?
ZIP 99353 premiums of $1,179/yr are 34% below the national average of $1,776/yr. This ZIP is in the 21th percentile nationally.
What is the nonrenewal rate in ZIP 99353?
The nonrenewal rate in ZIP 99353 is 0.69%. Nonrenewal occurs when an insurer declines to extend coverage at policy expiration. This rate has changed by +364.5% over the past 5 years. High nonrenewal rates can signal that insurers view an area as high-risk.
How have premiums trended in ZIP 99353 over 5 years?
Over 5 years (2018-2022), premiums in ZIP 99353 have ranged from $1,070 to $1,187, with a 5-year average of $1,152. The annualized change rate is +2.5% per year.
How does ZIP 99353 compare to the Washington state average?
ZIP 99353 has an average premium of $1,179/yr compared to the Washington state average of $1,384/yr. This ZIP is 15% below the state average.

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