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Renters insurance costs an average of $313 a year nationwide. Louisiana renters pay the most at $656 a year, while Vermont renters pay the least at $164. The state you live in is one of the biggest factors in your premium.

The company you choose matters just as much. In Louisiana, Progressive averages $363 a year while Farmers averages $1,046 for the same coverage, so comparing quotes is the most direct way to lower what you pay.

Use the calculator below to see the average rate in your state and city next to the national average. With a benchmark of what you would pay, you’ll know what a fair quote looks like before you start shopping.

How to financially protect yourself as a renter

Take these steps when you buy or renew your policy:

  • Choose replacement cost coverage. A claim then pays what it costs to buy a new laptop or couch, not what your used one was worth.
  • Buy your own policy even if your landlord has insurance. Your landlord’s coverage pays to repair the building but nothing toward your belongings.
  • Check your loss of use limit. This coverage pays for a hotel and meals if a fire or burst pipe forces you out, and the limit tells you how long that money lasts.
  • Get your own policy if you have roommates. Insurers pay only the people named on a policy, so a roommate’s coverage won’t replace your things.
  • Check your limit for items stored away from home. Belongings stolen from your car or a storage unit often get a lower payout, so you’ll know whether to keep valuables elsewhere.

How to compare renters insurance rates

To compare renters insurance rates and estimate what you might pay for coverage, use our calculator below. 

  1. Select your state from the dropdown menu
  2. Narrow your search further by selecting your city, if available
  3. View your area’s average renters insurance rate alongside the state and national averages
  4. Compare the numbers to see how your local rates stack up before getting quotes

Renters insurance calculator

$203/year
Estimated renters insurance rates in Florida
$17
Monthly renters insurance cost in Florida
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Compared to national average

Key Takeaways

  • Renters insurance rates differ significantly by state and by insurer.
  • Maine and New Hampshire have some of the lowest average rates in the country — in Maine, State Farm averages $123 a year, while in New Hampshire, Amica averages $109 a year.
  • High-risk states like Mississippi and Louisiana see average rates climb well above $300 per year.
  • Comparing quotes from multiple providers is the most reliable way to find affordable coverage.

How much does renters insurance cost in your state?

Renters insurance costs an average of $313 a year nationwide, but how much you actually pay will depend on where you live — state averages range from $164 in Vermont to $656 in Louisiana. 

States with more severe weather or higher crime rates cost more, since both raise the odds of a theft or damage claim. The table below shows the average rate in your state.

State Average annual premium
Alaska$322
Alabama$397
Arkansas$394
Arizona$261
California$334
Colorado$268
Connecticut$249
Washington, D.C.$314
Delaware$298
Florida$381
Georgia$484
Hawaii$312
Iowa$258
Idaho$276
Illinois$284
Indiana$320
Kansas$338
Kentucky$213
Louisiana$656
Massachusetts$326
Maryland$383
Maine$226
Michigan$341
Minnesota$270
Missouri$321
Mississippi$614
Montana$345
North Carolina$388
North Dakota$250
Nebraska$304
New Hampshire$198
New Jersey$210
New Mexico$217
Nevada$298
New York$285
Ohio$248
Oklahoma$305
Oregon$332
Pennsylvania$294
Rhode Island$296
South Carolina$367
South Dakota$277
Tennessee$360
Texas$259
Utah$334
Virginia$276
Vermont$164
Washington$294
Wisconsin$218
West Virginia$374
Wyoming$227
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Why does location affect your rate so much?

State laws, natural disaster risk, and even your ZIP code play a role. States prone to hurricanes, tornadoes, or wildfires tend to have higher rates, and insurers also factor in whether you live in a dense urban area or a quieter rural one when pricing your policy.

You can’t change where you live, but you can compare quotes within your ZIP code, since two insurers often price the same coverage very differently. And if you’re in a flood- or earthquake-prone area, remember that standard renters policies exclude both, so you may need a separate policy to fill that gap.

Which renters insurance companies offer the cheapest rates?

State Farm has the lowest average rate in more states than any other company. The cheapest company still changes from state to state, since each insurer sets its own price for local weather and crime risk.

Where you live determines how low your rate can go. Vermont Mutual leads in Vermont at $133 a year, while Louisiana’s cheapest option, Progressive, still costs $363.

The table below shows each company’s average annual premium in every state.

StateLeast expensive companyAverage annual premium
AlaskaWestern National Insurance$168
AlaskaAllstate$192
AlaskaState Farm$221
AlaskaCountry Financial$245
AlaskaUSAA$475
AlabamaState Farm$370
AlabamaNationwide$403
AlabamaAlfa Insurance$444
AlabamaAuto-Owners$447
AlabamaTravelers$451
AlabamaCountry Financial$512
AlabamaAllstate$524
AlabamaFarmers$615
AlabamaUSAA$225
ArkansasFarm Bureau Insurance of Arkansas$259
ArkansasNationwide$352
ArkansasLemonade$375
ArkansasState Farm$404
ArkansasTravelers$412
ArkansasShelter Insurance$455
ArkansasFarmers$537
ArkansasAuto-Owners$540
ArkansasAllstate$611
ArkansasUSAA$281
ArizonaState Farm$198
ArizonaLemonade$239
ArizonaTravelers$246
ArizonaAmerican Family$343
ArizonaNationwide$350
ArizonaAllstate$386
ArizonaUSAA$196
CaliforniaMercury Insurance$157
CaliforniaCSAA Insurance (AAA)$290
CaliforniaState Farm$296
CaliforniaNationwide$318
CaliforniaLemonade$319
CaliforniaAuto Club Enterprises (AAA)$380
CaliforniaAllstate$383
CaliforniaTravelers$399
CaliforniaFarmers$417
CaliforniaUSAA$318
ColoradoLemonade$169
ColoradoState Farm$245
ColoradoFarmers$247
ColoradoAllstate$257
ColoradoAmerican Family$401
ColoradoChubb$431
ColoradoUSAA$337
ConnecticutLemonade$170
ConnecticutAmica$205
ConnecticutState Farm$238
ConnecticutAllstate$263
ConnecticutProgressive$264
ConnecticutChubb$280
ConnecticutTravelers$287
ConnecticutFarmers$446
ConnecticutAmerican Family$508
ConnecticutUSAA$272
Washington, D.C.Lemonade$208
Washington, D.C.State Farm$352
Washington, D.C.Allstate$413
Washington, D.C.Chubb$461
Washington, D.C.USAA$163
DelawareCumberland Insurance$160
DelawareState Farm$180
DelawareAmerican Family$212
DelawareAllstate$314
DelawareTravelers$338
DelawareLemonade$351
DelawareNationwide$366
FloridaNationwide$158
FloridaCitizens Property Insurance$206
FloridaState Farm$268
FloridaAllstate$294
FloridaUniversal Insurance Holding$297
FloridaProgressive$365
FloridaLemonade$526
FloridaHCI Group Inc$666
GeorgiaState Farm$317
GeorgiaGeorgia Farm Bureau$353
GeorgiaNationwide$466
GeorgiaAuto-Owners$468
GeorgiaFarmers$513
GeorgiaLemonade$612
GeorgiaTravelers$684
GeorgiaCountry Financial$698
GeorgiaAllstate$981
GeorgiaUSAA$275
HawaiiDongbu Insurance$156
HawaiiAIG$224
HawaiiState Farm$252
HawaiiTokio Marine Holdings$294
HawaiiAllstate$354
HawaiiIsland Insurance$361
HawaiiUniversal Insurance Co$383
HawaiiRLI Insurance$470
IowaLemonade$194
IowaWest Bend Insurance Company$194
IowaNationwide$197
IowaState Farm$221
IowaAuto-Owners$230
IowaIMT Insurance$289
IowaIowa Farm Bureau$336
IowaAmerican Family$369
IowaFarmers$371
IowaAllstate$377
IdahoState Farm$172
IdahoAmerican Family$265
IdahoFarmers$349
IdahoIdaho Farm Bureau$500
IdahoNationwide$643
IdahoUSAA$141
IllinoisAuto-Owners$179
IllinoisLemonade$183
IllinoisAllstate$197
IllinoisState Farm$232
IllinoisCountry Financial$418
IllinoisFarmers$436
IllinoisAmerican Family$511
IllinoisTravelers$778
IllinoisUSAA$244
IndianaState Farm$218
IndianaLemonade$223
IndianaNationwide$300
IndianaIndiana Farmers Insurance$305
IndianaAuto-Owners$337
IndianaFarmers$349
IndianaTravelers$364
IndianaAmerican Family$365
IndianaAllstate$414
IndianaErie Insurance$446
IndianaUSAA$364
KansasAllstate$167
KansasIowa Farm Bureau$217
KansasState Farm$245
KansasShelter Insurance$316
KansasNationwide$357
KansasAmerican Family$373
KansasAuto-Owners$412
KansasFarmers$446
KansasMarysville Mutual$532
KentuckyAuto-Owners$208
KentuckyProgressive$262
KentuckyState Farm$273
KentuckyAllstate$343
KentuckyUSAA$154
LouisianaProgressive$363
LouisianaLouisiana Farm Bureau$369
LouisianaState Farm$381
LouisianaLemonade$448
LouisianaAllstate$788
LouisianaFarmers$1,046
LouisianaUSAA$774
MassachusettsState Farm$216
MassachusettsLemonade$303
MassachusettsAmica$308
MassachusettsAllstate$317
MassachusettsVermont Mutual$317
MassachusettsSafety Insurance$363
MassachusettsAndover Insurance$374
MassachusettsArbella Insurance$453
MassachusettsTravelers$1,023
MarylandErie Insurance$312
MarylandState Farm$342
MarylandLemonade$345
MarylandAmerican Family$416
MarylandChubb$430
MarylandNationwide$480
MarylandAllstate$592
MarylandUSAA$333
MaineState Farm$123
MaineVermont Mutual$147
MaineMMG Insurance$185
MaineAuto-Owners$225
MaineThe Hanover$246
MaineQuincy Mutual$273
MaineAllstate$279
MaineLemonade$308
MaineFarmers$336
MaineUSAA$202
MichiganAuto-Owners$158
MichiganFrankenmuth Insurance$211
MichiganAuto Club Group – ACG (AAA)$295
MichiganProgressive$303
MichiganState Farm$311
MichiganThe Hanover$332
MichiganLemonade$452
MichiganFarmers$525
MichiganMichigan Farm Bureau$4,129
MichiganUSAA$193
MinnesotaAuto Club Group – ACG (AAA)$152
MinnesotaAllstate$174
MinnesotaState Farm$191
MinnesotaNorth Star Mutual$224
MinnesotaAuto-Owners$245
MinnesotaAmerican Family$383
MinnesotaCountry Financial$396
MinnesotaFarmers$398
MissouriShelter Insurance$310
MissouriState Farm$310
MissouriLemonade$339
MissouriNationwide$366
MissouriFarmers$486
MissouriAmerican Family$503
MissouriAllstate$514
MissouriUSAA$164
MississippiState Farm$376
MississippiNationwide$415
MississippiTravelers$445
MississippiLemonade$528
MississippiFarmers$548
MississippiAllstate$718
MississippiUSAA$793
MontanaState Farm$189
MontanaAllstate$278
MontanaChubb$283
MontanaKemper Insurance$316
MontanaNationwide$319
MontanaLemonade$359
MontanaTravelers$397
MontanaFarmers$446
MontanaUSAA$320
North CarolinaNorth Carolina Farm Bureau$266
North CarolinaLemonade$287
North CarolinaState Farm$376
North CarolinaAllstate$396
North CarolinaAuto-Owners$425
North CarolinaErie Insurance$523
North CarolinaFarmers$807
North CarolinaNationwide$873
North DakotaState Farm$185
North DakotaAmerican Family$190
North DakotaNorth Star Mutual$214
North DakotaAllstate$238
North DakotaAuto-Owners$244
North DakotaNodak Insurance$266
North DakotaCountry Financial$280
North DakotaFarmers$280
North DakotaAgraria Mutual$283
North DakotaLemonade$296
NebraskaState Farm$169
NebraskaIowa Farm Bureau$214
NebraskaNationwide$223
NebraskaTravelers$287
NebraskaAmerican Family$304
NebraskaFarmers$394
NebraskaLemonade$396
NebraskaFarmers Mutual of Nebraska$425
NebraskaUSAA$228
New HampshireAmica$109
New HampshireVermont Mutual$125
New HampshireMMG Insurance$158
New HampshireNationwide$205
New HampshireState Farm$205
New HampshireAuto-Owners$241
New HampshireAllstate$247
New HampshireLemonade$344
New HampshireUSAA$198
New JerseyLemonade$130
New JerseyNJM$130
New JerseyState Farm$196
New JerseyAmerican Family$203
New JerseyFarmers$255
New JerseyFranklin Mutual$278
New JerseyChubb$332
New JerseyPlymouth Rock Assurance$481
New JerseyUSAA$210
New MexicoLemonade$173
New MexicoState Farm$190
New MexicoFarmers$285
New MexicoUSAA$216
NevadaLemonade$224
NevadaCSAA Insurance (AAA)$263
NevadaState Farm$270
NevadaUniversal Insurance Co$305
NevadaAmerican Family$344
NevadaCountry Financial$367
NevadaFarmers$405
NevadaNationwide$413
NevadaUSAA$193
New YorkState Farm$172
New YorkLemonade$209
New YorkTravelers$232
New YorkNYCM Insurance$254
New YorkNationwide$257
New YorkAllstate$258
New YorkAmerican Family$380
New YorkFarmers$401
New YorkChubb$477
New YorkUSAA$362
OhioGrange Insurance$189
OhioAuto-Owners$196
OhioState Farm$244
OhioLemonade$247
OhioTravelers$259
OhioNationwide$303
OhioAllstate$331
OhioErie Insurance$343
OhioAmerican Family$466
OhioUSAA$179
OklahomaLemonade$237
OklahomaState Farm$285
OklahomaFarmers$286
OklahomaShelter Insurance$364
OklahomaOklahoma Farm Bureau$417
OklahomaAFR Insurance$544
OklahomaUSAA$289
OregonLemonade$202
OregonState Farm$238
OregonNationwide$256
OregonAllstate$319
OregonFarmers$402
OregonAmerican Family$414
OregonMutual of Enumclaw$493
OregonCountry Financial$588
PennsylvaniaLemonade$182
PennsylvaniaState Farm$277
PennsylvaniaErie Insurance$317
PennsylvaniaAllstate$326
PennsylvaniaTravelers$394
PennsylvaniaNationwide$411
PennsylvaniaFarmers$498
PennsylvaniaUSAA$303
Rhode IslandLemonade$179
Rhode IslandState Farm$220
Rhode IslandNationwide$254
Rhode IslandAllstate$359
Rhode IslandNew London County Insurance$400
Rhode IslandAmica$420
Rhode IslandFarmers$589
South CarolinaLemonade$341
South CarolinaState Farm$344
South CarolinaAllstate$357
South CarolinaSouth Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual$404
South CarolinaFarmers$439
South CarolinaAuto-Owners$492
South CarolinaTravelers$527
South CarolinaUSAA$317
South DakotaState Farm$192
South DakotaNationwide$203
South DakotaNorth Star Mutual$242
South DakotaAuto-Owners$248
South DakotaFarmers$282
South DakotaIowa Farm Bureau$291
South DakotaAmerican Family$301
South DakotaAllstate$316
South DakotaLemonade$330
South DakotaFarmers Mutual of Nebraska$340
TennesseeFarm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee$177
TennesseeLemonade$253
TennesseeState Farm$284
TennesseeAmerican National$311
TennesseeShelter Insurance$367
TennesseeAuto-Owners$378
TennesseeTravelers$460
TennesseeFarmers$462
TennesseeErie Insurance$549
TennesseeWestfield Insurance$559
TennesseeUSAA$496
TexasProgressive$246
TexasAllstate$295
TexasLemonade$298
TexasState Farm$326
TexasNationwide$413
TexasFarmers$559
TexasUSAA$178
UtahState Farm$194
UtahAuto-Owners$238
UtahNationwide$250
UtahAllstate$272
UtahIowa Farm Bureau$279
UtahAmerican Family$330
UtahLemonade$404
UtahFarmers$425
UtahMutual of Enumclaw$496
UtahUSAA$286
VirginiaProgressive$203
VirginiaLemonade$231
VirginiaUniversal Insurance Holding$251
VirginiaAmerican Family$253
VirginiaState Farm$273
VirginiaFarmers$281
VirginiaErie Insurance$286
VirginiaNationwide$318
VirginiaIAT Insurance Group$359
VirginiaAllstate$367
VirginiaTravelers$375
VermontVermont Mutual$133
VermontMMG Insurance$153
VermontFrankenmuth Insurance$160
VermontState Farm$167
VermontAuto-Owners$168
VermontTravelers$178
VermontCo-operative Insurance Companies$193
VermontLemonade$278
VermontUnion Mutual$291
WashingtonNationwide$183
WashingtonState Farm$194
WashingtonLemonade$243
WashingtonPEMCO$246
WashingtonAllstate$324
WashingtonAmerican Family$381
WashingtonFarmers$388
WashingtonUSAA$365
WisconsinWest Bend Insurance Company$111
WisconsinLemonade$169
WisconsinAcuity Insurance$188
WisconsinState Farm$201
WisconsinAllstate$249
WisconsinNationwide$264
WisconsinAuto-Owners$268
WisconsinAmerican Family$291
WisconsinWisconsin Mutual$331
West VirginiaState Farm$233
West VirginiaAllstate$265
West VirginiaWestfield Insurance$323
West VirginiaNationwide$347
West VirginiaLemonade$462
West VirginiaErie Insurance$493
West VirginiaUSAA$221
WyomingState Farm$163
WyomingLemonade$361
WyomingUSAA$158

How much renters insurance do you need?

Your personal property coverage should equal the cost to replace everything you own, not just your big-ticket items. List your belongings room by room to find that total, including everyday items like dishes, linens and clothing alongside your furniture and electronics.

Your liability coverage pays if someone gets hurt in your home or you damage someone else’s property. Standard policies include $100,000 — higher limits protect your savings if a lawsuit or medical bill costs more.

Jewelry and art need their own coverage, since standard policies cap what they pay for those items. Adding scheduled personal property coverage to your policy pays for each piece at its full value.

The table below breaks down what each type of coverage protects and where the standard limits fall.

Coverage typeWhat it protectsStandard limit
Personal propertyReplaces belongings if stolen, damaged, or destroyedVaries, based on a home inventory
LiabilityCovers injuries or property damage you’re responsible for$100,000 (can be increased)
Scheduled personal propertyCovers high-value items like jewelry or art beyond standard limitsSet per item, added as an endorsement
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How to pay less for renters insurance 

The fastest way to save is to compare quotes from multiple insurers, since rates for the same coverage can be considerably different between companies. Beyond that, a few other strategies can bring your premium down.

  • Raise your deductible. A higher deductible lowers your premium, as long as you can cover it out of pocket if you file a claim.
  • Bundle your policies. Combining renters insurance with auto or another policy under the same insurer often unlocks a discount.
  • Ask about discounts. Many insurers offer savings for safety features like smoke detectors, deadbolts, or a security system.
  • Improve your credit score. In most states, a higher credit score translates to a lower premium.
  • Avoid filing small claims. Frequent claims raise your rates over time, so consider paying minor losses out of pocket when possible.

Frequently asked questions

How can I get an estimate for renters insurance?

To see how much renters insurance costs on average in your state, simply select your state from the drop-down menu of our calculator.

If you want to know how much renters insurance costs in your ZIP code, click on ‘Get Quotes,’ and enter your ZIP code for rates more specific to your area.

Can I get multiple estimates from different insurance companies through this calculator?

Yes. The calculator shows estimated rates from multiple renters insurance companies in your area. These figures are averages, so you’ll need to request quotes directly from insurers to see your exact price.

Can I get an estimate without providing personal information?

Yes, the renters insurance calculator allows you to get average insurance costs without having to provide personal details. It only requires very basic information such as your state and ZIP code.

However, personal factors such as your age, coverage level and credit score can affect your annual premiums, so request quotes from insurers in your area for more accurate rates.

Methodology 

Insure.com commissioned renters insurance rates from Quadrant Data Services across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Rates are based on a policy with $60,000 in personal property coverage, $300,000 in liability protection, a $1,000 deductible, and a good credit tier. We compared 16,217,568 insurance quotes from 135 insurance companies (77 company groups) across 34,598 ZIP codes, 3,143 counties and 29,162 cities. The national average annual premium is $313. The rates are for comparison purposes only, your exact premium may vary.

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Alisha Ambre holds a Bachelor of Arts with honours in English Literature and Media Studies. She focuses on crafting clear, engaging content that makes complex information feel practical and approachable for everyday readers. When she’s not writing, she’s likely on the volleyball court or immersed in a good video game.

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