Estimated premiums for all four major property insurance types, plus FEMA flood zone breakdowns for St. James Parish.
About These Estimates
These figures are estimates only, derived from publicly available data sources for St. James Parish and its constituent census tracts, and are not insurance quotes. Actual premiums depend on your specific property, coverage selections, insurer, claims history, and underwriting decisions. Always obtain quotes from a licensed insurance agent before making coverage decisions.
Estimates are annualized and based on the median home value of $239,864 in St. James Parish. Actual premiums will vary based on individual risk factors.
Standard HO-3 policies typically exclude damage from earthquakes and may have restrictions regarding wildfires. Supplemental policies may be required.
The subtropical climate and high rainfall in St. James Parish's region keep large-scale wildfire risk low. Localized brush and palmetto fires can occur during dry seasons, but these are typically covered under a standard HO-3 homeowners policy. No supplemental wildfire policy is typically required.
Estimated premiums under FEMA's NFIP Risk Rating 2.0 vary by property-specific flood exposure, elevation certificate, and coverage level.
The estimated annual homeowners insurance premium for a median-priced home ($239,864) in St. James Parish, LA is approximately $2,777/year ($231/month). This estimate is based on local HO-3 policy rates from Safe Rate's geographic insurance dataset.
Most of St. James Parish, LA falls outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area. While flood insurance is not federally mandated for most properties here, it is available and often recommended for comprehensive coverage.
Detailed FEMA flood zone data for St. James Parish, LA is available on Safe Rate's insurance and flood risk page.
The estimated annual NFIP flood insurance premium for a median-priced home in St. James Parish, LA is approximately $1,165/year. Actual premiums under FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0 vary by property-specific flood exposure, elevation certificate, and coverage level.
Standard homeowners insurance does not cover earthquake damage. For a median-priced home in St. James Parish, LA, an earthquake insurance supplement is estimated to cost approximately $14/year. The exact premium depends on the property's age, construction type, and soil conditions.
For most properties in St. James Parish, LA, basic fire damage is covered by a standard homeowners insurance (HO-3) policy, and specialized, high-risk wildfire supplements are not typically required.
Flood risk data and FEMA flood zone maps for St. James Parish, LA are available on Safe Rate to help you understand your property's exposure to flooding.