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Non-owner auto insurance in Mississippi costs $350 a year, according to a 2023 rate analysis by Insure.com, which is $30 lower than the national average.

In Mississippi, these policies are available from companies such as Nationwide, Geico and Travelers, in addition to many others.

Non-owner car insurance is a policy for people who don’t own a car but often borrow or rent a vehicle. It provides liability coverage for bodily injury and property damage in case you get in an accident while driving a car owned by someone else.

“Non-owner policies provide the minimum coverage required by the state, as well as some optional add-ons, but there are specific requirements by the insurance carriers to provide this coverage in lieu of a traditional auto insurance policy,” says Patti Clement, senior vice president of private client services at HUB International, a leading personal insurance brokerage.

In addition to understanding the various requirements, it’s important to know what non-owner insurance is, which companies offer it and how much it costs in Mississippi.

How much does non-owner auto insurance cost in Mississippi?

It’s usually less expensive to buy a non-owner insurance policy than typical auto insurance because insurance companies regard non-owner policyholders as less risky due to their limited access to a car.

On average, in the United States, it costs $1,682 a year for a 100/300/100 full coverage insurance policy. This includes $100,000 for injuries you might cause in an accident, up to $300,000 per accident, and an additional $100,000 for any damages to property. This applies to those drivers with a good credit score as well as a clean driving record. In Mississippi, the cost is $1,498.

On the other hand, non-owner auto insurance costs $350 a year in Mississippi and $380 on average in the U.S.

There are various factors that affect the rates, such as where in Mississippi you live, which insurer you purchase from as well as your age and driving history.

Which insurer offers the cheapest non-owner insurance rates in Mississippi?

Mississippi’s least expensive non-owner insurance policy is offered by USAA at $96 a year.

At $685 a year, Farmers Insurance charges the highest rate for non-owner insurance in the state.

A good rule of thumb is to compare quotes from many different insurance companies to identify the best price. Below you’ll find a list of the cheapest non-owner policies offered in Mississippi.

Cheapest non-owner insurance rates in Mississippi

CompanyAverage annual premium
USAA$96
State Farm$239
Nationwide$335
Geico$344
Travelers$351

You should note that USAA only offers coverage to military members, veterans and their families.

How much is non-owner car insurance in Mississippi by age?

Age is also an important factor when it comes to pricing. Statistically, young drivers are a higher risk because they haven’t been driving for long and are more likely to cause an accident than older, more experienced drivers. In Mississippi, a 45-year-old will pay $349 annually on average for a non-owner insurance policy compared to a 16-year-old driver who will pay $1,349 on average.

Average non-owner car insurance rates in Mississippi by age and gender

AgeMaleFemale
16$1,388$1,310
17$1,378$1,306
18$1,177$1,112
19$764$718
20$705$660
21$568$536
22$499$478
23$475$455
24$450$434
25$396$396
30$363$366
35$355$362
40$350$353
45$347$350
50$338$336
55$330$325
60$331$329
65$351$355
70$381$385
75$419$414

Which Mississippi cities have the cheapest non-owner car insurance?

From city to city, there’s a lot of variation in rates. Insurers consider the number of thefts, collisions and vandalism in different areas when calculating rates.

Below are the cheapest and most expensive cities for non-owner car insurance in Mississippi.

The 20 Mississippi cities with the lowest non-owner auto insurance rates

Cities in MississippiLowest non-owner car insurance rates
Vardaman$250
Eupora$251
Mantee$251
Pittsboro$251
Amory$252
Bruce$252
Calhoun City$252
Bellefontaine$253
Big Creek$253
French Camp$253
Walthall$253
Greenwood Springs$254
Maben$254
Mathiston$254
Aberdeen$256
Smithville$256
Houston$257
Tremont$257
Nettleton$258
Slate Spring$258

The 20 Mississippi cities with the highest non-owner car insurance rates

Cities in MississippiHighest non-owner car insurance rates
Kiln$379
Gulfport$377
Bay St. Louis$375
Diamondhead$375
Waveland$374
Lakeshore$373
Pearlington$371
Biloxi$370
D’Iberville$367
Long Beach$366
Saucier$366
Southaven$365
Olive Branch$364
Pass Christian$364
Flowood$363
Lynchburg$363
Natchez$361
Sibley$361
Washington$361
Jackson$359

How much is non-owner car insurance in Mississippi’s 10 biggest cities?

The most populous cities in Mississippi sometimes have significantly different non-owner insurance rates. The non-owner insurance cost in Gulfport is the most expensive at $377. Tupelo has the least expensive price among the state’s largest cities at $275.

Non-owner auto insurance rates in Mississippi’s 10 largest cities

10 largest cities in Mississippi Non-owner car rates
Gulfport$377
Biloxi$370
Southaven$365
Olive Branch$364
Jackson$359
Madison$345
Clinton$343
Hattiesburg$317
Meridian$289
Tupelo$275

How non-owner insurance rates in Mississippi compare to rates in other states

The rates for non-owner auto insurance will vary from state to state. The average non-owner insurance rate in Mississippi is $350, which is lower than the national average of $380. South Dakota is the cheapest at $170 annually, followed by Idaho at $190 per year and then Iowa at $193 a year.

Non-owner car insurance rates in the 10 most populous states

StateAverage annual premium
North Carolina$926
Florida$759
New York$578
Michigan$574
Texas$408
Illinois$385
National Average$380
Georgia$373
Pennsylvania$337
California$323
Ohio$230

How to get non-owner car insurance in Mississippi

Your driver’s license number and a credit or debit card are all you’ll need to get a non-owner insurance policy.

To purchase a policy, follow these steps:

  1. Contact an auto insurance agent about the coverage
  2. Supply your basic driving history
  3. Review the information you receive on the insurers and rates
  4. Choose the policy that best meets your needs
  5. Put down a payment to begin coverage

Often, you’ll receive proof of insurance very quickly.

For a non-owner car insurance policy quote, you must call your insurer instead of visiting its website.

“Before you buy, phone several insurers and request free car insurance quotes to make sure you pay the lowest price,” says Bruce Mohr, senior investment advisor and credit consultant at Fair Credit, a consumer-credit service and consulting company.

Below are some insurance companies with phone numbers to call for a non-owner insurance quote.

  • Farmers: 800-974-6755
  • The Hartford: 888-413-8970
  • Kemper: 866-530-5500
  • Mercury: 866-910-2768
  • Nationwide: 888-869-5727
  • Progressive: 866-749-7436
  • State Farm: 800-782-8332
  • Travelers: 866-925-0105

Methodology

Insure.com in 2023 compiled non-owner insurance rates from Quadrant Information Services for a 40-year-old male with a good driving record looking for a state minimum, liability-only policy.