Homeowners Insurance in Fayetteville, NC
For a home at Fayetteville's median value of $188,000, we estimate about $1,280 a year — −31% versus the North Carolina NAIC average of $1,852.
Estimated homeowners insurance cost in Fayetteville
Fayetteville's estimate reflects its home values (35% lower than the state median) and FEMA's hazard profile for Cumberland County.
Natural hazard risk in Fayetteville
| Hazard | Risk rating | Score (0–100) | Insurance impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hail | 79.4 | Comprehensive (car); roof claims (home) | |
| Tornado | 93.0 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Hurricane | 94.0 | Comprehensive; wind/hurricane deductibles (home) | |
| Inland (river) flooding | 89.3 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Coastal flooding | 0.0 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Strong wind | 75.9 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Winter weather | 97.5 | Collision (icy roads); frozen pipes (home) | |
| Wildfire | 84.2 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Earthquake | 87.5 | Home needs a separate earthquake policy | |
| Lightning | 93.1 | Fire and electrical damage |
Scores are national percentiles of FEMA's county risk (higher means more expected loss than most other U.S. counties).
Estimated premium by home value in Fayetteville
| Dwelling value | Wood frame | Brick / masonry |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $1,345 | $1,240 |
| $300,000 | $1,865 | $1,715 |
| $500,000 | $2,805 | $2,580 |
| $750,000 | $3,880 | $3,570 |
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Homeowners insurance by ZIP code in Fayetteville
| ZIP | Median home value | Owner-occupied | Est. premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28314 | $185,700 | 47.4% | $1,270 |
| 28304 | $172,000 | 55.4% | $1,195 |
| 28303 | $189,500 | 47.1% | $1,290 |
| 28301 | $122,400 | 35.3% | $910 |
| 28305 | $260,900 | 57.0% | $1,665 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is homeowners insurance in Fayetteville?
For a home at Fayetteville's median value of $188,000, we estimate about $1,280 a year for a standard HO-3 policy with a $1,000 deductible. The North Carolina NAIC average is $1,852.
What are the biggest natural hazards in Fayetteville?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Cumberland County relatively high or very high for tornado, hurricane, winter weather, and lightning.
Does the age of homes in Fayetteville affect insurance?
Yes. The median home in Fayetteville was built in 1984 (Census ACS). Older roofs, wiring and plumbing can raise premiums or require inspections, while updates often earn discounts.
How we estimate this
We start from the NAIC average homeowners (HO-3) premium for North Carolina, scale it by the ratio of the dwelling value to the state median home value, adjust for construction type and deductible, and apply a hazard factor from FEMA National Risk Index scores for Cumberland County relative to the state. Results are rounded estimates, not quotes. Read the full methodology.
- NAIC Dwelling Fire, Homeowners Owner-Occupied, and Homeowners Tenant and Condominium/Cooperative Unit Owner's Insurance Report: Data for 2023 (July 2026), Tables 4 and 5 (HO-3 and HO-4 average premiums)
- FEMA National Risk Index (Cumberland County)
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (home values, year built, tenure)