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Henderson County, NC Homeowners Insurance Quotes

Henderson County homeowners insurance can protect your home from damages due to fires, lightning, theft, falling objects and even vandalism under a basic North Carolina homeowners policy.

Basic Coverage Protection and Rates

For a basic standard homeowners policy in Henderson County also referred to as an HO-3 policy, you are looking at paying around $93.25 per month. Most homeowners pay annually for home insurance which is estimated to be around $1119 per year. Henderson County home insurance rates drastically depend on the home insurance company you choose. We can help you compare up to 12 major carriers, which will allow us to get the most competitive rate possible saving you up to 40% or more. Our quoting process also likes to work with you to provide every available discount and credit offered to you, the homeowner. More importantly, cheaper rates sometimes means cheaper coverage and a lack of protection for your home and family. The ideal policy, is one with outstanding coverage so you are insured properly but it also has to be affordable. Most homeowners living in North Carolina enjoy the benefits of lower rates, but every homeowner enjoys the comfort and protection when you need to count on your insurance company the most. Let us help shop the best Henderson County homeowners policy for you.

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Henderson County, NC Housing Demographics

With 106,740 residents living within the Henderson County area there are over 54,710 homeowners looking for more affordable home insurance rates. Your homeowners policy is written to help protect your home and family. With an estimated 30,313 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 Henderson County.

DemographicValues
Total Occupied Households45,448
Family Households (families)30,313
Average Owner Occupied Household Size2
Average Family Size3
Total Housing Units54,710

Henderson County, NC Home Insurance Average Premiums

Local Henderson, 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.

North Carolina Homeowners Insurance News & Information

  • 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 […]

  • North Carolina Joint Underwriters and Wind Pool Map Explained Posted on Thursday 28th December, 2023

    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, Holden Beach, Oak Island Beach, Calabash, Bald Head Island, […]

Discounts For Homeowners in Henderson 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 Henderson 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 Henderson 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 Henderson 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.

Henderson County Housing & Real Estate Data

Details:Statistics
Total Housing Units54710
Occupied Housing Units45448
Vacant Housing Units9262
Vacant Housing Units for Rent1594
Vacant Housing Units Rented Not Occupied87
Vacant Housing Units For Sale1295
Vacant Housing Units Sold Not Occupied186
Vacant Housing Units For Seasonal Occasional Use4050
Vacant Housing Units All Other Vacants2050
Housing Units Homeowner Vacancy Rate Percent4
Housing Units Rental Vacancy Rate Percent12
Housing Tenure Occupied Units45448
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied34143
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Population79218
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Averge Household Size2
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied11305
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Population26223
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Average Household Size2