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Carteret County, NC Homeowners Insurance Quotes

If you would like to compare rates and save up to 40% or more on your Carteret County, NC homeowners insurance, then you can easily comparison shop with us. GetHomeInsuranceQuotes.com provides multiple coverage options to choose from so you are not limited to one company, quote or coverage. In just a few minutes you can get multiple quotes from some of the top-rated home insurance companies in Carteret County. Our licensed agents are ready to help you review and compare the best coverage option for you and your family. The consultation process is free and only takes a few minutes. We give you the option to compare rates online or over the phone. Best of all we can compare up to 12 top rated carriers that are most competitive for homeowners living in Carteret County, North Carolina.

Average Premiums in Carteret County, NC

Residents living within Carteret County, NC are currently paying around $93.25 per month for a standard homeowners policy. In North Carolina, your premium could be in the average range of $1119 per year, this estimate is based on an HO-3 homowners insurance type which may include the minimum coverage required by your mortgage provider. This is why a large volume of homeowners are now shopping online in Carteret County, NC to help them find cheaper rates with enhanced coverage protection. It's important to know that your HO-3 policy, much like an HO-2 policy will ususally cover windstorms, lightning and fire damage. Your current coverage may not be protecting you from flooding, wind and hail damage, hurricanes or earthquakes. Getting the right coverage protection for your home takes some time to review the best insurance carrier for you. Would you like to easily compare up to 12 home insurance companies and let us help you lock in the a great rate with the protect you need? We look forward to working with you and providing a excellent home insurance shopping experience. Enter your zip code to start your free online quoting process or give us a call now.

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Carteret County, NC Housing Demographics

With 66,469 residents living within the Carteret County area there are over 48,179 homeowners looking for more affordable home insurance rates. Your homeowners policy is written to help protect your home and family. With an estimated 19,007 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 Carteret County.

DemographicValues
Total Occupied Households28,870
Family Households (families)19,007
Average Owner Occupied Household Size2
Average Family Size3
Total Housing Units48,179

Carteret County, NC Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

For all homeowners living in Carteret County (FIPS: 37031), 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 North Carolina 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 Carteret County, NC, it's important that you look into hurricane and windstorm insurance options.

Carteret 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 North Carolina.

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Carteret County, NC Home Insurance Average Premiums

Local Carteret, NC homeowners insurance quotes comparison

$901 /yr.

North Carolina's Average Home Insurance Rates Overall

For the state of North Carolina, homeowners insurance premiums have changed based on a variety of different factors related to risk and is currently ranked 32 in the nation for highest premiums in the U.S.

Average RatingAnnual Premium
Minimum Range:$644 /yr.
Current Average Cost:$901 /yr.
Maximum Range:$1193 /yr.

Carteret County, NC Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

Carteret 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 Carteret is know for it's beautiful beaches and waterways. Because Carteret County (FIPS: 37031) 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 Carteret County.

Coastal Carteret County Home Insurance Information:

North Carolina Homeowners Insurance News & Information

  • North Carolina Joint Underwriters and Wind Pool Map Explained Posted on Wednesday 5th June, 2024

    North Carolina is a lovely state to call home. Our state is packed with beautiful cities, museums, restaurants and of course, some of the loveliest beaches in the country. Unfortunately, if you live in one of our amazing coastal southern cities such as Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, Oak Island Beach, Calabash, Bald Head Island, […]

  • North Carolina Coastal Home Insurance Rates Posted on Friday 29th March, 2024

    North Carolina is a fantastic place to live with plenty of cultural activities, beautiful beaches, world-class cities as well as great restaurants and shopping. The only disadvantage to living in North Carolina, particularly if your home is located in coastal area is the cost of homeowners insurance. The average premium for a standard homeowners insurance […]

  • NC Residents Speak Against 42% Rate Increase Requested by Rate Bureau Posted on Tuesday 13th February, 2024

    During a recent public comment session held by the North Carolina Department of Insurance, dozens of North Carolina residents spoke out against an average rate increase of 42% that the North Carolina Rate Bureau is requesting.  The Rate Bureau represents insurance companies in the state and earlier this year requested average rate increases of 42%. […]

  • North Carolina: 2024 Homeowners Insurance Rate Increase Proposed Posted on Friday 19th January, 2024

    Recently, the North Carolina Rate Bureau requested that the N.C. Department of Insurance allow increases to homeowners’ insurance rates by an average of 42.2 percent. If the NCDOI agrees, the proposed rates will go into effect Aug. 1. However, it is also possible that the NCDOI will not agree to the increase and deny the […]

Discounts For Homeowners in Carteret 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 North Carolina 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 Carteret 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 Carteret 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 Carteret 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.

Carteret County Housing & Real Estate Data

Details:Statistics
Total Housing Units48179
Occupied Housing Units28870
Vacant Housing Units19309
Vacant Housing Units for Rent1740
Vacant Housing Units Rented Not Occupied69
Vacant Housing Units For Sale850
Vacant Housing Units Sold Not Occupied146
Vacant Housing Units For Seasonal Occasional Use15402
Vacant Housing Units All Other Vacants1102
Housing Units Homeowner Vacancy Rate Percent4
Housing Units Rental Vacancy Rate Percent17
Housing Tenure Occupied Units28870
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied20602
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Population47172
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Averge Household Size2
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied8268
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Population18310
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Average Household Size2