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Alameda County, CA Homeowners Insurance Quotes

You may find it interesting that Alameda County, CA home insurance rates on average are around $103.42 per month for a basic policy. In California, your premium right now could be in the average range of $1241 per year, this estimate is based on an HO-3 homowners insurance type which may include the minimum coverage required by your mortgage company. Because rates have increased, we can easily help you save more money on your homeowners insurance while also assisting you in review which coverage option is best for you. It is a good financial decision to choose a great carrier with enhanced coverage options that may be not the cheapest rate but the best protection for your home in Alameda County.

Comparison shopping online for home insurance in California is easy and hassle free with our easy to use online quoting application. We can help you review top carriers, affordable rates and enhanced coverage options all in one place. You might also like to know that our enhanced coverage option features better coverage for your home when you need it the most. Cheaper insurance rates have low coverage details written within the policy that you may not have read clearly enough. Don't wait until it is too late, you want an insurance provider you can trust and depend on, especially when you have taken on a loss and need to be refunded for damages. Let us help you shope and compare Alameda County, CA quotes today!

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Alameda County, CA Housing Demographics

With 1,510,271 residents living within the Alameda County area there are over 582,549 homeowners looking for more affordable home insurance rates. Your homeowners policy is written to help protect your home and family. With an estimated 352,423 families living within the local area, it is safe to say that great coverage at an affordable price is most desired amongst every homeowner living in Alameda County.

DemographicValues
Total Occupied Households545,138
Family Households (families)352,423
Average Owner Occupied Household Size3
Average Family Size3
Total Housing Units582,549

Alameda County, CA Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

For all homeowners living in Alameda County (FIPS: 6001), it's important to understand that this county is in a coastal area and has great risk of damage due to hurricanes, windstorms, hail and flooding. The wind and hail insurance program provided through the state of California is the states opportunity to help provide additional wind/hail coverage when insurance companies exclude it from homeowners and other policies sold to coastal residents. You can buy wind and hail insurance coverage through us and we will shop multiple companies to package the best coverage option for you. If you are shopping for quotes in Alameda County, CA, it's important that you look into hurricane and windstorm insurance options.

Alameda County boarders a shoreline which increases the risk of wind, hail and flood damage. We will look into providing the best rates possible considering your home is located in the coastal area of California.

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Alameda County, CA Home Insurance Average Premiums

Local Alameda, CA homeowners insurance quotes comparison

$984 /yr.

California's Average Home Insurance Rates Overall

For the state of California, homeowners insurance premiums have changed based on a variety of different factors related to risk and is currently ranked 24 in the nation for highest premiums in the U.S.

Average RatingAnnual Premium
Minimum Range:$835 /yr.
Current Average Cost:$984 /yr.
Maximum Range:$1241 /yr.

Alameda County, CA Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

Alameda is a coastal county which greatly increases the risk of hurricanes and windstorms. Our quoting process will include wind and hail coverage options to give you the best protection you need against high winds and storm damage.

Flood Zone Notice: The beautiful coastal county of Alameda is know for it's beautiful beaches and waterways. Because Alameda County (FIPS: 6001) has a shoreline and is in a coastal area it is important to purchase flood insurance. The risk is very high in this area and we will work with you to provide the best flood insurance coverage you need for your home in Alameda County.

California Homeowners Insurance News & Information

  • Why Are Homeowners Insurance Premiums Rising in 2024? Posted on Tuesday 9th July, 2024

    As insurance rates rise at unprecedented rates, homeowners are cutting back on groceries, travel, dining out, and even medication to afford the cost of their insurance premiums. In even more shocking news, 1 in 10 homeowners are even consider moving to an area with lower premiums, according to a recent survey by Claimguide. According to […]

  • Largest Insurer in California – Travelers Announces Home Insurance Rates Going Up 15% Posted on Monday 20th May, 2024

    Travelers Insurance, which is one of the largest insurers in California, recently announced that they will be raising premiums by an average of 15% in the Golden State. This is just the latest rate increase or policy limitation by major insurance companies who blame the increases on spreading wildfire risks, inflation, and the cost of […]

  • 2024 Average Homeowners Insurance Rate at $2,777 per year  Posted on Tuesday 20th February, 2024

    A recent report by Insurance.com, found that the average homeowners insurance rate in the U.S. came in at $2,777 per year which breaks down to $231 a month. The average was based on coverage levels of $300,000 in dwelling and liability and a $1,000 deductible. When Insurance.com ran the numbers, Oklahoma was the most expensive […]

  • What exactly is a FAIR Plan? Posted on Tuesday 2nd January, 2024

    If you live in an area where severe weather is common, or wildfires pop up every summer you may have trouble finding affordable home insurance coverage. If homes in your area are repeatedly damaged or destroyed by a covered peril, insurers may pull out of the entire area, refusing to write policies in your neighborhood. […]

  • 2024 Homeowners Insurance Outlook Receives Negative Rating Posted on Tuesday 21st November, 2023

    The insurance news for 2024 is certainly not great. Experts expect that extreme weather and increasing costs will push up insurance costs and make insurance companies more selective when deciding where they will write policies.  Recently, credit rating agency AM Best downgraded the entire home insurance industry from stable to negative. According to Richard Attanasio, […]

  • 2023 – California’s recent storms – Is my home covered by insurance? Posted on Tuesday 10th January, 2023

    California has recently been hit by a shocking amount of punishing winter weather that has triggered flooding as well as mudslides across vast areas of the state. The weather has led to evacuation orders as well as damaged homes. Unfortunately, for many homeowners, the damage may not be covered by their homeowners insurance.   In most […]

Discounts For Homeowners in Alameda County

As a homeowner, you have to understand that insurance companies see homes as a risk. If you can decrease any of the risk factors that will determine your premium, then it's best to follow these important guidelines in order to save money on your California homeowners insurance.

  • Install A Smoke Alarm in Every Room: It's important you do this for your own safety, so why not install a smoke detector in every room. Show your home insurance company that safety comes first. Once you have them installed, shop for home insurance and mentioned you have taken the right safety precautions to reduce house fires. For homeowners in Alameda County, this discount can save you up to 20% on your home insurance premium.
  • Combine Your Home and Auto Insurance Into One Package: Any home insurance provider is going to want your business. It's important you offer this opportunity to combine your home and auto insurance together in one package. You may want to also see if you can open up a life or health insurance account as well. Merging all your insurance into one company will save you money. Homeowners in Alameda County that do combine their home and auto can save over $500 with this discount.
  • Install A Home Security System: Your home insurance company should reward you for installing a home security system, sometimes up to 22%. It's important that you take precautions and reduce the risk of someone breaking into your Alameda County home. This will be one of the questions that you will want to ask your home insurance agent to see if you qualify for this discount. If you don't, make sure you shop other companies to get the "Home Security Discount"
  • Purchase A Fire Exstinguisher: Although smoke alarms provide warnings, it's best to be prepared. This may or may not provide any stand alone discount, but it shows your serious when it comes to reducing risk.
  • Stop Smoking: It's important to protect your health and your home. If you don't smoke or don't have anyone living with you that smokes then this can save you up to 18% on your home insurance premium.

Alameda County Housing & Real Estate Data

Details:Statistics
Total Housing Units582549
Occupied Housing Units545138
Vacant Housing Units37411
Vacant Housing Units for Rent17475
Vacant Housing Units Rented Not Occupied869
Vacant Housing Units For Sale5466
Vacant Housing Units Sold Not Occupied1447
Vacant Housing Units For Seasonal Occasional Use2292
Vacant Housing Units All Other Vacants9862
Housing Units Homeowner Vacancy Rate Percent2
Housing Units Rental Vacancy Rate Percent6
Housing Tenure Occupied Units545138
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied291242
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Population827879
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Averge Household Size3
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied253896
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Population644950
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Average Household Size3