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Renters insurance · rank #34 of 50 · July 2026

Average renters insurance cost in Kansas

Kansas lands in the pricier half of the table at #34 of 50, about 4% above the national average of $23 a month.

Average monthly rate$24 +4% vs US avg
Average annual cost$288
Benchmark coverage~$30K property
U.S. average$23/mo
Kansas vs U.S. average+$12/yr
Cost rank (1 = cheapest)#34 / 50
Paying more than the Kansas average?

The single most reliable way to cut your premium is comparing quotes — carriers price the same coverage very differently — State Farm averages $14/month while others charge $24+ for comparable policies.

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How Kansas compares with its neighbors

StateMonthly rateDifference vs KS
Kansas$24
Missouri$28+$4/mo
Oklahoma$31+$7/mo
Nebraska$21$3/mo
Colorado$24+$0/mo

Kansas renters insurance FAQ

How much is renters insurance in Kansas?

Renters insurance in Kansas averages $24 per month — about $288 per year — for a typical policy with roughly $30,000 in personal property coverage and $100,000 in liability. Your exact rate depends on your coverage limits, deductible, claims history and, in most states, your credit-based insurance score.

Is renters insurance required in Kansas?

No state law requires renters insurance in Kansas — but landlords can and frequently do require it as a lease condition. Even when it's optional, going without it means one apartment fire or burglary could cost you everything you own, against a premium of roughly $24 a month.

How can I pay less than $24/month in Kansas?

Three moves reliably beat the state average: bundle renters with your auto policy (typically the single biggest discount), raise your deductible from $250 to $1,000 if you can absorb it, and compare quotes — carrier pricing for identical coverage varies widely, with the cheapest national carriers averaging around $14/month.

Paying more than the Kansas average?

The single most reliable way to cut your premium is comparing quotes — carriers price the same coverage very differently — State Farm averages $14/month while others charge $24+ for comparable policies.

Compare renters insurance quotes

We may earn a commission if you request quotes through this link. It costs you nothing and never affects the data we publish.