How much is renters insurance in South Carolina?

The average cost of renters insurance in South Carolina is $272 a year, and the average monthly cost is $23. 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	$272
Average monthly premium	$23

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Best renters insurance companies in South Carolina

Auto-Owners, Farmers and Allstate are our best renters insurance companies in South Carolina.

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 South Carolina, 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, Auto-Owners is the best renters insurance company in South Carolina, with a top score and an average renters insurance rate of $171.

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

Company	Average annual premium	AM Best	NAIC	Insurance.com rating
Auto-Owners	$171	A++	0.33	5
Farmers	$366	A	0.54	3.93
Allstate	$230	A+	0.9	3.65
State Farm	$229	A++	0.95	3.62
Travelers	$641	A++	0.54	3.37

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Cheapest renters insurance in South Carolina

Auto-Owners is the cheapest renters insurance company in South Carolina based on our rate analysis with an average annual premium of $171.

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 South Carolina and their average annual premiums.

Company name	Average annual premium
Auto-Owners	$171
State Farm	$229
Allstate	$230
Farmers	$366
South Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual	$396
Travelers	$641
USAA	$153

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South Carolina renters insurance: The least and most expensive ZIP codes

Where you live in South Carolina affects how much you pay for renters insurance. The most expensive ZIP code in South Carolina for renters insurance is 29439, where the average annual rate is $416 which is $144 more than the state average insurance premium.

On the other end of the spectrum, the least expensive ZIP code for renters insurance is 29696, with an average annual rate of $234.

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

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Most expensive ZIP code
Least expensive ZIP code

ZIP code	Average annual rate
29439	$416
29403	$371
29412	$369
29414	$367
29455	$364
29407	$363
29401	$361
29585	$353
29577	$350
29915	$350

ZIP code	Average annual rate
29696	$234
29650	$235
29672	$235
29607	$237
29693	$237
29615	$238
29664	$239
29138	$242
29047	$255
29812	$256

Compare renters insurance rates by city in South Carolina

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 South Carolina.

City	Annual insurance premium
Charleston	$389
Columbia	$274
Florence	$286
Goose Creek	$330
Greenville	$259
Mount Pleasant	$372
North Charleston	$362
Rock Hill	$295
Summerville	$357

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How to get cheap renters insurance in South Carolina

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

Shop around. Not every South Carolina 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.

Methodology

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.

South Carolina renters insurance: FAQ

Do I need renters insurance in South Carolina?

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 South Carolina?

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.