Home insurance in Washington.
Home insurance in Washington is below the national average, with historically low exposure to hurricanes, tornadoes, and hail.
Washington at a glance
Avg. premium
$1,151/yr
NAIC 2022, HO-3
vs. national
27% below
U.S. avg $1,569/yr
Main cost driver
Low catastrophe risk (wildfire & quake exposure)
What pushes rates here
Home insurance in Washington is below the national average, with historically low exposure to hurricanes, tornadoes, and hail.
How much does home insurance cost in Washington?
The average homeowner in Washington pays $1,151per year for home insurance, that's 27% below the U.S. national average of $1,569/yr. Your own rate depends on your home's rebuild cost, age, construction, location, and claims history.
Washington vs the national average
27% below the national average of $1,569/yr.
Source: NAIC (2022). Average annual premium for owner-occupied HO-3 homeowners policies.
What drives home insurance costs in Washington
Premiums stay low overall, but wildfire risk east of the Cascades is rising, and earthquake damage, a real Pacific Northwest risk, is excluded and requires a separate policy.
What home insurance covers
A standard Washingtonhomeowners (HO-3) policy bundles several coverages. Note what's not included, flood and earthquake always require separate policies.
| Coverage | What it covers | In a standard policy? |
|---|---|---|
| Dwelling (Coverage A) | The structure of your home itself | Core coverage |
| Other structures (B) | Detached garages, fences, sheds | Included |
| Personal property (C) | Your belongings, furniture, electronics, clothes | Included |
| Liability (E) | Injuries to others or damage you’re responsible for | Included |
| Loss of use (D) | Living expenses if your home is uninhabitable | Included |
| Flood / earthquake | Flood and quake damage | Excluded, separate policy |
Homeowners insurance is not legally mandated, but mortgage lenders require it for the life of your loan.
How to lower your home insurance in Washington
Rates for the same home can vary widely between insurers in Washington, so comparing several quotes is the most effective way to save. A few other ways to lower your premium:
- Raise your deductible if you can cover it in a claim
- Bundle home and auto insurance with one carrier
- Harden your home against local risks (impact-resistant roof, storm shutters, defensible space) for discounts
- Improve security, alarms, smoke detectors, water-leak sensors
- Avoid small claims so you keep claims-free discounts
Average premium data last verified June 6, 2026. Source: NAIC. Figures are statewide averages, your quote will differ based on your specific home.
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