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14 agents listed
Updated May 2026
Santa Cruz, CA
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Showing 14 flood insurance agents in Santa Cruz, CA
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Chris Buich - State Farm Insurance Agent
2222 E Cliff Dr Ste 200, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 464-4300
chrisbuich.com
O'Brien Insurance Agency
1722 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 621-1311
obinsure.com
DCD Financial & Insurance Services
1123 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 423-8542
dcdis.com
Paul Nelson Insurance Services
730 Mission St #201, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 426-9900
bayareainsured.com
Skip Leonard - State Farm Insurance Agent
1101 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 429-2700
skipleonard.com
Ace Althouse - State Farm Insurance Agent
1215 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 420-1555
agent-ace.com
Shockley Insurance Solutions
519 Seabright Ave Suite #213, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 600-8755
shockleyinsurance.com
Clarion Pacific Insurance Services
2035 N Pacific Ave ste a, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 337-4661
clarionpacificinsurance.com
Farmers Insurance - Ted Herzon
406 Mission St # F, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(408) 666-1672
agents.farmers.com
Bedell & Nelson-Harbert Insurance
2035 N Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 426-3700
D and R Insurance Services
542 Ocean St #J, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 427-3272
mercuryinsurance.com
Farmers Insurance
410 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-7163
agents.farmers.com
Cecy Insurance Services
201 River St Suite 102, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 477-1730
cecyinsurance.com
Prinz Insurance Services
9035 Soquel Ave STE 105, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 475-4091
ca-ins.com
Flood insurance agents in Santa Cruz help property owners understand their risk and secure coverage through the National Flood Insurance Program or private carriers. California law requires lenders to mandate flood insurance for properties in high-risk flood zones designated by FEMA. Santa Cruz properties near the coast and the San Lorenzo River often face specific flood zone considerations that an experienced agent can address.
What Does a Flood Insurance Agent in Santa Cruz Cost?
Typical flood insurance premiums in California range from 700 to 2,500 per year for a standard NFIP policy on a single-family home. Properties in high-risk zones or with lower elevation may see premiums above 4,000 per year. Private market policies can offer different pricing and coverage options. Costs vary by property location, elevation, and building type. This is general information and not insurance advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by agent and case complexity. This is not insurance advice — consult directly with an agent for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need flood insurance if I live outside a flood zone in Santa Cruz?
Flood insurance is not federally required outside high-risk zones but is still recommended. Over 20 percent of NFIP claims come from properties outside mapped flood zones. An agent can help you evaluate your risk based on local drainage and weather patterns.
What is the waiting period for a new flood insurance policy in California?
Standard NFIP policies have a 30-day waiting period before coverage begins. This applies to most new policies in Santa Cruz. Exceptions exist for loan closings or map revisions but require proper documentation.
How does a flood insurance agent determine my premium in Santa Cruz?
The agent uses your property elevation relative to the base flood elevation, flood zone designation, building characteristics, and the age of the structure. California law requires agents to provide a Flood Insurance Rate Map determination and explain how it affects your rate.
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