How much is renters insurance in Virginia?

The average cost of renters insurance in Virginia is $217 a year, and the average monthly cost is $18. 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$217
Average monthly premium$18

Best renters insurance companies in Virginia

State Farm, Nationwide and American Family are our best renters insurance companies in Virginia.

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 Virginia, 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, State Farm is the best renters insurance company in Virginia, with a top score and an average renters insurance rate of $130.

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

CompanyAverage annual premiumAM BestNAICInsurance.com rating
State Farm$130A++0.955
Nationwide$172A+0.874.76
American Family$181A0.374.72
Erie Insurance$214A+0.384.65
Allstate$201A+0.94.63
Farmers$227A0.544.49
Universal Insurance Holding$175A2.014.49
Travelers$421A++0.543.82
IAT Insurance Group$284B++2.523.79
Progressive$165A+8.452.52

Cheapest renters insurance in Virginia

State Farm is the cheapest renters insurance company in Virginia based on our rate analysis with an average annual premium of $130.

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 Virginia and their average annual premiums.

Company nameAverage annual premium
State Farm$130
Progressive$165
Nationwide$172
Universal Insurance Holding$175
American Family$181
Allstate$201
Erie Insurance$214
Farmers$227
IAT Insurance Group$284
Travelers$421

Virginia renters insurance: The least and most expensive ZIP codes

Where you live in Virginia affects how much you pay for renters insurance. The most expensive ZIP code in Virginia for renters insurance is 23459, where the average annual rate is $311 which is $94 more than the state average insurance premium.

On the other end of the spectrum, the least expensive ZIP code for renters insurance is 22820, with an average annual rate of $184.

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

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ZIP codeAverage annual rate
23459$311
23461$298
23310$294
23664$293
23457$292
23651$291
23451$289
23663$289
23668$287
23405$286
ZIP codeAverage annual rate
22820$184
24487$185
22812$186
24433$186
24468$187
22802$189
22473$231
23032$238
22539$239
23003$239

Compare renters insurance rates by city in Virginia

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 Virginia.

CityAnnual insurance premium
Alexandria
$196
Chesapeake
$270
Hampton
$289
Newport News
$257
Norfolk
$279
Portsmouth
$282
Richmond
$227
Roanoke
$197
Suffolk
$257
Virginia Beach
$283

How to get cheap renters insurance in Virginia

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

  • Shop around. Not every Virginia 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.

Virginia renters insurance: FAQ

Do I need renters insurance in Virginia?

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 Virginia?

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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