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Skagit County, WA Homeowners Insurance Quotes

Are you shopping online for home insurance in Skagit County WA? We have the most affordable premiums and coverage options available at GetHomeInsuranceQuotes.com, where we provide up to 12 quotes to review and compare from the most top rated home insurance companies. Our Skagit County agents have over 20+ years of insurance consulting and professional experience to help you get answers to any questions that you may have about which coverage option is best for you and your family.

Protecting your home in Washington from hurricanes, lightning and fires is important to every homeowner. But that's not all your home insurance policy can offer. We have a variety of coverage options to choose from to make sure your home and family are properly covered. Start your home insurance quotes online now by entering your zip code above or call the number on the right to speak with a licensed home insurance agent today!

More about premiums in Skagit County

Skagit County, WA homeowners are now averaging around $78.08 per month for a basic home insurance policy. For Washington, this amounts to $937 per year for a standard (HO-3) homeowners insurance policy for residents living in Skagit County, WA. In comparison, the national average for home insurance rates is around 1,249 per year. Washington is now ranked #43 in the country for the highest home insurance rates. Would you like to get up to 12 free home insurance quotes for your home in Skagit County, WA so you can save up to fourty percent or more? If so, we look forward to working with you and providing a excellent home insurance shopping experience.

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Skagit County, WA Housing Demographics

With 116,901 residents living within the Skagit County area there are over 51,473 homeowners looking for more affordable home insurance rates. Your homeowners policy is written to help protect your home and family. With an estimated 30,656 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 Skagit County.

DemographicValues
Total Occupied Households45,557
Family Households (families)30,656
Average Owner Occupied Household Size3
Average Family Size3
Total Housing Units51,473

Skagit County, WA Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

For all homeowners living in Skagit County (FIPS: 53057), 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 Washington 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 Skagit County, WA, it's important that you look into hurricane and windstorm insurance options.

Skagit 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 Washington.

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Skagit County, WA Home Insurance Average Premiums

Local Skagit, WA homeowners insurance quotes comparison

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Washington's Average Home Insurance Rates Overall

For the state of Washington, homeowners insurance premiums have changed based on a variety of different factors related to risk and is currently ranked 43 in the nation for highest premiums in the U.S.

Average RatingAnnual Premium
Minimum Range:$471 /yr.
Current Average Cost:$692 /yr.
Maximum Range:$937 /yr.

Skagit County, WA Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

Skagit 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 Skagit is know for it's beautiful beaches and waterways. Because Skagit County (FIPS: 53057) 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 Skagit County.

Washington Homeowners Insurance News & Information

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  • Homeowners Below a 580 Credit Score Pay 35% More for Home Insurance Posted on Monday 15th April, 2024

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  • The Best Way to Check the Financial Strength of Home Insurance Companies Posted on Wednesday 3rd April, 2024

    If you are switching insurance companies, you should always check the financial strength of any insurer you are seriously considering. While an affordable premium is always a plus, if your insurance company cannot afford to pay when you file a claim, the savings will certainly not be worth it.  A.M. Best is a credit rating […]

  • Florida’s Broward Commissioner is Asking Congress to Lower Insurance Rates Posted on Monday 1st April, 2024

    A bill in the U.S. House called the Natural Disaster Reinsurance Plan, hopes to lower insurance costs for policyholders in states that opt-in to the program which will scale back the requirements regarding the amount of reinsurance that insurance companies need to purchase.  Currently, a Broward commissioner is asking Congress to pass legislation he claims […]

  • 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 […]

Discounts For Homeowners in Skagit 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 Washington 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 Skagit 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 Skagit 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 Skagit 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.

Skagit County Housing & Real Estate Data

Details:Statistics
Total Housing Units51473
Occupied Housing Units45557
Vacant Housing Units5916
Vacant Housing Units for Rent931
Vacant Housing Units Rented Not Occupied89
Vacant Housing Units For Sale820
Vacant Housing Units Sold Not Occupied141
Vacant Housing Units For Seasonal Occasional Use2910
Vacant Housing Units All Other Vacants1025
Housing Units Homeowner Vacancy Rate Percent3
Housing Units Rental Vacancy Rate Percent6
Housing Tenure Occupied Units45557
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied30956
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Population77395
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Averge Household Size3
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied14601
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Population37882
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Average Household Size3