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Hidalgo County, TX Homeowners Insurance Quotes

You may find it interesting that Hidalgo County, TX home insurance rates on average are around $166.67 per month for a basic policy. In Texas, your premium right now could be in the average range of $2000 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 Hidalgo County.

Comparison shopping online for home insurance in Texas 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 Hidalgo County, TX quotes today!

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Hidalgo County, TX Housing Demographics

With 774,769 residents living within the Hidalgo County area there are over 248,287 homeowners looking for more affordable home insurance rates. Your homeowners policy is written to help protect your home and family. With an estimated 179,668 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 Hidalgo County.

DemographicValues
Total Occupied Households216,471
Family Households (families)179,668
Average Owner Occupied Household Size4
Average Family Size4
Total Housing Units248,287

Hidalgo County, TX Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

For all homeowners living in Hidalgo County (FIPS: 48215), 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 Texas 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 Hidalgo County, TX, it's important that you look into hurricane and windstorm insurance options.

Hidalgo County, TX Home Insurance Average Premiums

Local Hidalgo, TX homeowners insurance quotes comparison

$1,700 /yr.

Texas's Average Home Insurance Rates Overall

For the state of Texas, homeowners insurance premiums have changed based on a variety of different factors related to risk and is currently ranked 4 in the nation for highest premiums in the U.S.

Average RatingAnnual Premium
Minimum Range:$1362 /yr.
Current Average Cost:$1,700 /yr.
Maximum Range:$2000 /yr.

Hidalgo County, TX Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

Hidalgo 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.

Coastal Hidalgo County Texas Information: What does a Texas Wind and Hail Policy Cover? or Coastal Texas Home Insurance Rates

Texas Homeowners Insurance News & Information

  • Homeowners in Texas are Seeing Home Insurance Rates Increase Posted on Wednesday 7th August, 2024

    Homeowners in Texas are feeling the squeeze as homeowner insurance rates continue to climb. In a recent NBC 5 Investigates article, they looked at just how dramatic recent rate increases have been across Texas. Melinda Clifton has seen destructive weather cause hail damage to her roof three times in the last twenty years according to […]

  • Coastal Texas Home Insurance Rates Posted on Sunday 7th July, 2024

    While windstorm insurance is not required in Texas, it is often a necessity if you live near the coast. In certain areas there is a good chance that your mortgage lender will require that you carry a windstorm policy. A windstorm policy will cover damage that is done by wind or hail. These are the […]

  • Texas is Seeing Major Increases in the Cost of Homeowners Insurance Posted on Tuesday 7th May, 2024

    Like much of the rest of the country, Texas is seeing major increases in the cost of homeowners insurance. According to an article in Austin American-Stateman, residents of Texas have seen their insurance rates go up 50.9% on average which is the largest increase in the country for that time period. Unfortunately, experts are predicting […]

  • 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 […]

  • 9% Predicted Jump in Home Insurance Rates in 2023  Posted on Tuesday 25th April, 2023

    According to a new report by online marketplace Insurify, average homeowner insurance premiums are headed up again in 2023. The report predicts that the average cost of homeowners insurance could jump up 9% which translates into about $150 increase for most homeowners. The pain will not be distributed equally, homeowners in some states will see […]

  • Get Cheaper Home Insurance by Using These Great Saving Tips Posted on Friday 19th August, 2022

    Homeowner insurance rates are headed up in many states this year. Colorado’s new average rate is around $3,400, Oklahoma is now $3,300, Tennesse has also moved up on the list to an average home insurance rate of $3,000 per year. Kansas and Texas are both around $2,500 for the year. While your premium may be […]

  • Top 3 Reasons Homeowners Can Expect a 3% to 30% Rate Increase Posted on Monday 18th April, 2022

    Interest rate hike due to inflation percentage rising up, FED, federal reserve or central bank monetary policy, economics or loan concept, businessman archery percentage arrow high up into the sky. There is a good chance that your homeowners insurance premium will be headed up this year. According to a recent S&P Global Market Intelligence report,  homeowners […]

Discounts For Homeowners in Hidalgo 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 Texas 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 Hidalgo 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 Hidalgo 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 Hidalgo 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.

Hidalgo County Housing & Real Estate Data

Details:Statistics
Total Housing Units248287
Occupied Housing Units216471
Vacant Housing Units31816
Vacant Housing Units for Rent5234
Vacant Housing Units Rented Not Occupied482
Vacant Housing Units For Sale2774
Vacant Housing Units Sold Not Occupied754
Vacant Housing Units For Seasonal Occasional Use15351
Vacant Housing Units All Other Vacants7221
Housing Units Homeowner Vacancy Rate Percent2
Housing Units Rental Vacancy Rate Percent7
Housing Tenure Occupied Units216471
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied151533
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Population555160
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Owner Occupied Averge Household Size4
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied64938
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Population212627
Housing Tenure Occupied Units Renter Occupied Average Household Size3