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Renters insurance · rank #47 of 50 · July 2026

Average renters insurance cost in Mississippi

Mississippi is one of the most expensive states for renters insurance, ranking #47 of 50. At $32 a month, renters here pay about 39% more than the national average — a premium driven largely by the state's severe-weather claim history. Even so, it remains one of the cheapest policies you can own.

Average monthly rate$32 +39% vs US avg
Average annual cost$384
Benchmark coverage~$30K property
U.S. average$23/mo
Mississippi vs U.S. average+$108/yr
Cost rank (1 = cheapest)#47 / 50
Paying more than the Mississippi 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 Mississippi compares with its neighbors

StateMonthly rateDifference vs MS
Mississippi$32
Alabama$31$1/mo
Louisiana$36+$4/mo
Tennessee$24$8/mo
Arkansas$35+$3/mo

Mississippi renters insurance FAQ

How much is renters insurance in Mississippi?

Renters insurance in Mississippi averages $32 per month — about $384 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 Mississippi?

No state law requires renters insurance in Mississippi — 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 $32 a month.

How can I pay less than $32/month in Mississippi?

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 Mississippi 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.