Flood insurance in Collin County, Texas

How many buildings are insured against floods, what policies cost, and how much FEMA's flood insurance program has paid out, from official NFIP records.

Policies as of 5 September 2026Source: FEMA OpenFEMA
Active flood policies
1,614
NFIP policies in force
Average yearly premium
$853
$163 below the Texas average
Claims paid since 1978
$5.3M
across 357 claims
Policies in high-risk zones
21%
zones A and V, where known

Flood claims paid per year

NFIP claims paid in Collin County, 2000–2026

The three costliest years. The worst was 2015, with $1.4 million paid on 48 claims.

Insured buildings by flood zone

Zone V / VE0%
Coastal high-hazard areas with wave action. Flood insurance is required with a federally backed mortgage.
Zone A / AE21%
High-risk areas with a 1% chance of flooding each year. Insurance is required with a federally backed mortgage.
Zone X, B, C79%
Moderate to low risk. Insurance is optional, and policies are usually much cheaper.

Zone not reported for 41% of policies; shares are of policies with a known zone.

Costliest flood events

Named events by NFIP claims paid in Collin County

EventYearClaimsPaid
Early summer storms201527$1.1 million
Flooding199016$436 thousand
Flooding19812$116 thousand
Early summer severe storms20167$87 thousand
Flooding198913$65 thousand

Flood insurance by ZIP code

ZIP codes in Collin County with at least 50 policies

ZIPPoliciesAvg premiumClaims since 1978Paid
75075179$1,43864$200 thousand
75002122$90254$1.8 million
75093117$69814$131 thousand
75034109$62514$421 thousand
7506999$1,07330$281 thousand
7507890$5893$10 thousand
7507182$9747$219 thousand
7509879$71723$426 thousand
7525274$82451$367 thousand
7507474$77218$287 thousand
7503567$6712$3,880
7508266$6699$70 thousand
7507254$5717$36 thousand
7502352$91316$148 thousand
7502552$7180$0

Common questions

How much does flood insurance cost in Collin County?

The average NFIP flood insurance policy in Collin County costs about $853 a year. The Texas average is $1,016. Your own premium depends on your building's flood risk, elevation and the coverage you choose.

How many homes have flood insurance in Collin County?

There are about 1,614 National Flood Insurance Program policies in force in Collin County, according to FEMA's latest policy data. Private flood policies are not included.

How often does Collin County flood?

Since 1978, NFIP policyholders in Collin County have filed 357 flood claims, with $5.3 million paid out. 70 of those claims were in the last 10 years.

Does homeowners insurance cover flooding?

No. Standard homeowners and renters insurance policies exclude flood damage. You need a separate flood policy from the NFIP or a private insurer.

How long until a new flood policy starts?

NFIP policies usually have a 30-day waiting period, so buying when a storm is already forecast is normally too late. Exceptions apply, for example when a lender requires the policy at closing.

How to get flood insurance

Most flood policies are sold through the National Flood Insurance Program by regular insurance agents. Ask the agent who handles your home or car insurance, or find one through FloodSmart.gov, FEMA's official flood insurance site. Private flood insurers also sell policies in many areas and are worth comparing.

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