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Renters insurance · rank #42 of 50 · July 2026

Average renters insurance cost in Missouri

Missouri is one of the most expensive states for renters insurance, ranking #42 of 50. At $28 a month, renters here pay about 22% 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$28 +22% vs US avg
Average annual cost$336
Benchmark coverage~$30K property
U.S. average$23/mo
Missouri vs U.S. average+$60/yr
Cost rank (1 = cheapest)#42 / 50
Paying more than the Missouri 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 Missouri compares with its neighbors

StateMonthly rateDifference vs MO
Missouri$28
Illinois$23$5/mo
Kansas$24$4/mo
Arkansas$35+$7/mo
Iowa$21$7/mo

Missouri renters insurance FAQ

How much is renters insurance in Missouri?

Renters insurance in Missouri averages $28 per month — about $336 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 Missouri?

No state law requires renters insurance in Missouri — 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 $28 a month.

How can I pay less than $28/month in Missouri?

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 Missouri 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.