How much is renters insurance in Alaska?

The average cost of renters insurance in Alaska is $233 a year, and the average monthly cost is $19. That's for a policy with personal property coverage of $40,000, liability coverage of $100,000, and a deductible of $1,000.

What you pay for renters insurance may differ from your neighbours because it depends on factors specific to each person: the property you want to insure, extra coverage options you add, and the deductible amount you choose.

"The number one thing that's most important is to get good liability. A renter's policy will default to $100,000 liability," Josiah Hatch, an insurance pro with Bender Hatch Insurance in Boston, said. "It costs next to nothing to go from $100,000 to $500,000. I want to say it's probably 10 bucks a year. It's really cheap to get a lot of extra coverage. I always recommend getting the most liability you can because that's, at its core, what insurance is all about: the worst-case scenario."

Average annual premium$233
Average monthly premium$19

Best renters insurance companies in Alaska

Western National Mutual, Allstate and Country Financial are our best renters insurance companies in Alaska.

Rates differ widely between renters insurance providers, so it pays to shop around. But rates aren’t the entire picture. It’s also important to choose an insurance company with a good reputation so you know it will be there for you when you need it.

To help you choose the best renters insurance in Alaska, we reviewed rates and third-party ratings including complaint volume with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) and financial ratings from AM Best.

Among the carriers surveyed, Western National Mutual is the best renters insurance company in Alaska, with a top score and an average renters insurance rate of $151.

Below is our list of best renters insurance companies in Alaska based on that analysis, with our score out of five.

CompanyAverage annual premiumAM BestNAICInsurance.com rating
Western National Mutual$151A0.135
Allstate$122A+0.94.5
Country Financial$176A+0.264.18
State Farm$175A++0.953.07

Cheapest renters insurance in Alaska

Allstate is the cheapest renters insurance company in Alaska based on our rate analysis with an average annual premium of $122.

Renters insurance prices can vary drastically between companies. That's why it is important to compare rates and see which company offers the best deal to get coverage at an affordable price.

Below are the cheapest renters insurance companies in Alaska and their average annual premiums.

Company nameAverage annual premium
Allstate$122
Western National Mutual$151
State Farm$175
Country Financial$176
USAA$336

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Most & least expensive ZIP codes for renters insurance in Alaska

ZIP codeCityHighest rate
99567Chugiak$256
99540Indian$256
99587Girdwood$256
99566Chitina$254
ZIP codeCityLowest rate
99811Juneau$206
99689Yakutat$206
99820Angoon$206
99801Juneau$206

Alaska renters insurance: The least and most expensive ZIP codes

Where you live in Alaska affects how much you pay for renters insurance. The most expensive ZIP code in Alaska for renters insurance is 99587, where the average annual rate is $256 which is $23 more than the state average insurance premium.

On the other end of the spectrum, the least expensive ZIP code for renters insurance is 99689, with an average annual rate of $206.

The following table lists the least and most expensive ZIP codes in Alaska for renters insurance.

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ZIP codeAverage annual rate
99587$256
99505$254
99573$254
99666$236
99692$235
99690$233
99519$231
99786$228
99791$226
99752$225
ZIP codeAverage annual rate
99689$206
99922$209
99701$218
99740$223
99752$225
99704$226
99727$228
99519$231
99742$233
99545$235

Compare renters insurance rates by city in Alaska

Renters insurance rates vary significantly across cities, influenced by various factors, including weather patterns, crime rates, and property values. You must consider these factors and compare quotes from different insurers to get the best deal on renters insurance for your specific city in Alaska.

CityAnnual insurance premium
Anchorage
$245
Bethel
$225
Fairbanks
$209
Juneau
$201
Ketchikan
$198
Sitka
$198
Wasilla
$242

How to get cheap renters insurance in Alaska

There are a few things you can do to get cheaper renters insurance in Alaska:

  • Shop around. Not every Alaska renters insurance company offers the same rates or discounts. Shop around for the best price.
  • Ask about discounts. There are a lot of discounts available on renters insurance; one of the biggest is bundling your home and auto insurance, so ask for an auto quote at the same time.
  • Chose a higher deductible. Your deductible affects your premiums; higher deductibles mean lower rates. Just ensure you can afford the deductible if you have to pay it.

Insurance.com compared renters insurance rates provided by Quadrant Information Services for $40,000 personal property coverage with a $1,000 deductible and $100,000 liability coverage for all available ZIP codes based on a renter with good credit. To rank the best insurance companies, we gathered AM Best financial stability ratings, where an A++ is the best possible score, and National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) complaint ratios, which compare the number of complaints a company receives to the anticipated complaint volume based on market share. These factors were used along with rates to find the best companies overall.

Alaska renters insurance: FAQ

Do I need renters insurance in Alaska?

Renters insurance isn’t required by law, but your landlord may require you to purchase a policy as part of your lease agreement.

How much renters insurance do I need in Alaska?

You don’t need any renters insurance by law, but when buying a policy you should ensure you have enough personal property coverage to cover all of your personal property at replacement cost.

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