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Homeowners insurance in Louisiana costs an average of $5,986 per year, though your actual premium will vary based on your home’s location, replacement cost, coverage limits, and deductible.

If you want an estimate to get a general idea about how much it costs to insure your property – our Louisiana homeowners insurance calculator shows how dwelling coverage, liability limits and deductible choices affect your premium, with rate comparisons across insurers and against the state average.

Whether you’re buying a home, reviewing your policy or shopping for a better rate, the calculator gives you a clearer picture of what to expect before you start getting quotes.

How can I lower my homeowners insurance premium in Louisiana?

Shop around and compare quotes from multiple insurers – rates for the same coverage can differ significantly.
Raise your deductible – a higher up-front cost to you usually translates to a lower annual premium.
Bundle your home and auto insurance with the same insurer to qualify for a multi-policy discount.
Install safety features like smoke detectors, deadbolt locks or a security system, which can qualify you for additional discounts.

How to use the Louisiana home insurance calculator

Our home insurance calculator is designed to produce a quick cost estimate for homeowners in Louisiana. Just enter a handful of details, and you’ll have a working figure to reference. Here’s what to input:

Select your state. Pick Louisiana to surface rates relevant to your location.
Enter your dwelling coverage amount. Base this on what it would realistically cost to rebuild your home from the ground up.
Choose your liability limit. This is the protection that covers you if a visitor is injured on your property or you cause damage to someone else’s belongings.
Set your deductible. This is the portion of any claim you’d cover yourself before your policy takes over.

After entering your information, the calculator will show you:

The average annual homeowners insurance rate in Louisiana
The highest and lowest rates in our dataset
A breakdown of insurers in Louisiana and their typical annual premiums

It’s a straightforward way to get a sense of your likely costs and identify which insurers are worth pursuing for a formal quote.

Louisiana home insurance calculator

See how the average annual home insurance rates vary with the options chosen.

State

Louisiana

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Dwelling coverage

Liability coverage

Deductible

Standard ($2500)

Standard ($2500)Standard ($1000)$2,500 with 2% Hurricane deductible$1,000 with 2% Hurricane deductible

Average annual home insurance rates in
Louisiana

$2,113 Average rate

Average rate

$2,113/Yr

Lowest rate

$1,008/Yr

Highest rate

$4,703/Yr

Rates by carriers in Louisiana

Company	Average annual rate
State Farm	$1,008
Allstate	$1,040
Farmers	$1,700
Louisiana Farm Bureau	$4,703

Methodology

Insure.com commissioned Quadrant Information Systems to analyse home insurance rates from major insurers in the U.S. The analysis includes over 37 million quotes from 134 companies across more than 34,000 ZIP codes, using standardized coverage levels to calculate national averages. The homeowner profile is a 35-year-old married applicant with excellent insurance score; new business HO3 policy for house built in 2000 with frame construction and composition roof. Other Structures: 10%. Loss of Use defaulted: 10%. Guest Medical limit: $5,000. Deductible limit: $1,000. Personal property: 50% of dwelling coverage for replacement value

Key Takeaways

The average cost of homeowners insurance in Louisiana is $5,986 per year, more expensive than the national average of $2,612.
Your premium will vary based on your home’s location, age, size, rebuilding cost and the coverage limits you choose.
Standard homeowners policies don’t cover floods, earthquakes or other climate-related disasters – you’ll need separate coverage if you live in a high-risk area.
Rates vary significantly by insurer, so comparing quotes is one of the most effective ways to lower your premium.

What affects your homeowners insurance premium?

Several variables influence what you’ll pay, including your home’s location, age and construction type, your claims history, and the coverage options you choose.

Dwelling coverage. The estimated cost to rebuild your home, accounting for its size, materials, and local construction rates.
Liability coverage. Covers you financially if someone is hurt on your property or you cause accidental damage to another person’s property.
Deductible. What you contribute before your insurance pays out. A higher deductible lowers your premium, but increases your upfront costs when a claim arises.

Check your credit score

In some states, insurers use a credit-based insurance score as one of their pricing factors – and it can have a meaningful effect on your premium. Depending on where you live, keeping your credit in good shape by paying bills on time and managing debt levels can work in your favor when it comes to renewal time.

How does dwelling coverage affect homeowners insurance in Louisiana?

Dwelling coverage determines how much your insurer will pay toward repairing or rebuilding your home after a covered event. The coverage level you choose has a direct effect on your premium – more coverage means higher costs. Even so, selecting an amount that genuinely reflects your home’s full rebuild value is important, since being uninsured can leave you with substantial out-of-pocket expenses after a major loss.

Average annual and monthly premiums by dwelling coverage amount are shown in the table below.

Dwelling coverage	Average annual rate	Average monthly rate
$200,000	$4,377	$365
$300,000	$5,986	$499
$400,000	$7,575	$631
$600,000	$10,870	$906
$1,000,000	$16,302	$1,358

Average cost of homeowners insurance in Louisiana

The average homeowners insurance premium in Louisiana is $5,986 per year, which is more expensive than the national average of $2,612.

This figure is based on a standard policy with:

$300,000 in dwelling coverage
$300,000 in liability protection
$1,000 deductible

What you actually pay will depend on a range of factors specific to your property and location, including your home’s age, size, and estimated cost to rebuild.

Average cost of home insurance in major Louisiana cities

Homeowners insurance isn’t priced the same across Louisiana. Rates in Alexandria are among the most affordable in the state, while homeowners in Houma face significantly higher premiums.

The table below outlines average annual rates across major cities in Louisiana.

City	Average annual rate	Average monthly rate
Alexandria	$4,630	$386
Baton Rouge	$5,682	$473
Bossier City	$5,047	$421
Houma	$7,301	$608
Kenner	$6,585	$549
Lafayette	$6,744	$562
Lake Charles	$7,122	$593
Monroe	$4,969	$414
New Orleans	$6,126	$511
Shreveport	$4,915	$410

Home insurance rates vary from one city to another. But with Insure.com, finding the right home insurance policy is easy. Learn more about homeowners insurance costs for different cities below.

Home insurance rates in Louisiana by city

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How do natural disasters affect homeowners insurance rates in Louisiana?

Your home’s geographic location plays a significant role in what you pay for insurance. Properties in areas with a higher likelihood of flooding, wildfires, hurricanes, or tornadoes tend to carry higher premiums, as they represent a greater claims risk for insurers.

It’s also important to know that standard homeowners policies exclude these events. Depending on where your home is located, you may need separate policies or endorsements for:

Flooding
Wildfires
Hurricanes
Tornadoes

Adding this protection increases your overall insurance costs, but it also means you won’t be facing major repair or rebuilding expenses entirely on your own after a disaster.

What is a hurricane deductible, and how does it impact home insurance rates in Louisiana?

A hurricane deductible is a distinct deductible within your homeowners policy that applies only when hurricane damage is the cause of loss. Unlike a standard fixed-dollar or flat deductible, a hurricane deductible is calculated as a percentage of your dwelling coverage – often up to 10%.

The table below compares average rates with and without a 2% hurricane deductible applied. If hurricane damage is excluded from your policy and your home is in a storm-prone location, you could be responsible for the full cost of any hurricane-related repairs. Reviewing your policy details carefully is the best way to make sure your coverage reflects your actual risk.

Average rates with hurricane deductible	Average rates w/o hurricane deductible
$5,986	$1,458

What our expert says

Q: What additional coverage should homeowners buy?

Amy BachExecutive Director of United Policyholders

“For those who live near any body of water or at the base of a hill, get a quote for flood insurance.”

Frequently asked questions

What is the average cost of homeowners insurance in Louisiana?

Homeowners in Louisiana pay an average of $5,986 per year. Your actual rate will depend on your home’s location, age, construction, replacement cost, and the coverage limits and deductible you choose.

How much homeowners insurance coverage do I need in Louisiana?

Your dwelling coverage should be enough to fully rebuild your home after a total loss. For liability, choose a limit that covers your assets in case you’re held responsible for someone’s injuries or property damage. If you own valuable property or have significant savings, higher limits and endorsements are worth considering.

Does increasing my deductible lower homeowners insurance costs?

Yes – a higher deductible means a lower premium, since you’re taking on more of the upfront cost before coverage kicks in. Just make sure the deductible you choose is an amount you can realistically afford to pay if you need to file a claim.

Methodology

Insure.com commissioned home insurance rates from Quadrant Data Services in late 2025 for a homeowners insurance policy with dwelling coverage levels ranging from $200,000 – $1 million and liability coverage of $100,000 and $300,000. Sample rates were requested using a $1,000 deductible and a 2% hurricane deductible where applicable.

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