Renters Insurance Calculator

Personal Property Value ($)

Total value of your belongings: furniture, electronics, clothing, etc.

Coverage Level

Liability Coverage

Deductible

Location Type

Estimated Monthly Premium

$10.59

$127.08/year · Standard coverage

Daily Cost

$0.35

Deductible Savings

$11.05/yr

Property Protected

$32,500

Liability Protected

$100,000

Coverage Breakdown

Total

$142,000

Personal Property$32,500

Liability$100,000

Additional Living Expenses$7,500

Medical Payments$2,000

Replacement Cost vs Actual Cash Value

Replacement Cost (RC)$25,000

Actual Cash Value (ACV)$17,500

Depreciation Gap: $7,500

With ACV coverage, you would receive $17,500 for a total loss. Replacement cost coverage pays the full $25,000 to replace your items with new equivalents.

Replacement Cost (RC) pays to replace items with new ones at current prices. Actual Cash Value (ACV) deducts depreciation, paying what items are currently worth. Standard and Premium plans include replacement cost coverage.

Coverage Level Comparison

Level	Type	Property Coverage	Monthly	Annual
Basic	Actual cash value coverage	$25,000	$8.15	$97.75
StandardSelected	Replacement cost coverage	$32,500	$10.59	$127.08
Premium	Extended replacement cost + extras	$42,500	$13.85	$166.18

Deductible Comparison

Deductible	Monthly Premium	Annual Premium	Annual Savings
$250	$11.51	$138.13	Baseline
$500Selected	$10.59	$127.08	−$11.05
$1,000	$9.44	$113.26	−$24.86

A higher deductible means you pay more out-of-pocket per claim, but your monthly premium decreases. Choose a deductible you can comfortably afford in an emergency.

What Does Liability Coverage Include?

Bodily Injury

Covers medical bills if someone is injured in your rental. Includes legal defense costs if you are sued.

Property Damage

Covers damage you accidentally cause to others' property, such as a water leak damaging a neighbor's unit.

Legal Defense

Pays for attorney fees and court costs if you are sued for a covered liability claim, even if the suit is groundless.

Your selected liability coverage: $100,000. Most experts recommend at least $300,000 in liability coverage. Consider an umbrella policy for additional protection.

Tips to Save on Renters Insurance

5-25%

Bundle Policies

Combine renters insurance with auto insurance for 5-25% discounts from most providers.

Up to 18%

Increase Deductible

Raising your deductible from $250 to $1,000 can reduce premiums by up to 18%.

5-15%

Install Safety Devices

Smoke detectors, deadbolts, and security systems can earn discounts of 5-15%.

Varies

Maintain Good Credit

A strong credit score can lower your premiums significantly in most states.

5-10%

Ask About Discounts

Many insurers offer discounts for non-smokers, seniors, or loyal customers.

Varies

Review Coverage Annually

Update your inventory to avoid over-insuring and paying for coverage you don't need.

Disclaimer: This calculator provides rough estimates for informational purposes only. Actual renters insurance premiums vary based on location, claims history, credit score, building age, security features, and insurer. Rates shown are national averages and may differ significantly by state and provider. Contact insurance providers for accurate quotes tailored to your situation.

Personal Property Value ($)

Total value of your belongings: furniture, electronics, clothing, etc.

Coverage Level

Liability Coverage

Deductible

Location Type

Estimated Monthly Premium

$10.59

$127.08/year · Standard coverage

Daily Cost

$0.35

Deductible Savings

$11.05/yr

Property Protected

$32,500

Liability Protected

$100,000

Coverage Breakdown

Total

$142,000

Personal Property$32,500

Liability$100,000

Additional Living Expenses$7,500

Medical Payments$2,000

Replacement Cost vs Actual Cash Value

Replacement Cost (RC)$25,000

Actual Cash Value (ACV)$17,500

Depreciation Gap: $7,500

With ACV coverage, you would receive $17,500 for a total loss. Replacement cost coverage pays the full $25,000 to replace your items with new equivalents.

Coverage Level Comparison

Level	Type	Property Coverage	Monthly	Annual
Basic	Actual cash value coverage	$25,000	$8.15	$97.75
StandardSelected	Replacement cost coverage	$32,500	$10.59	$127.08
Premium	Extended replacement cost + extras	$42,500	$13.85	$166.18

Deductible Comparison

Deductible	Monthly Premium	Annual Premium	Annual Savings
$250	$11.51	$138.13	Baseline
$500Selected	$10.59	$127.08	−$11.05
$1,000	$9.44	$113.26	−$24.86

A higher deductible means you pay more out-of-pocket per claim, but your monthly premium decreases. Choose a deductible you can comfortably afford in an emergency.

What Does Liability Coverage Include?

Bodily Injury

Covers medical bills if someone is injured in your rental. Includes legal defense costs if you are sued.

Property Damage

Covers damage you accidentally cause to others' property, such as a water leak damaging a neighbor's unit.

Legal Defense

Pays for attorney fees and court costs if you are sued for a covered liability claim, even if the suit is groundless.

Your selected liability coverage: $100,000. Most experts recommend at least $300,000 in liability coverage. Consider an umbrella policy for additional protection.

Tips to Save on Renters Insurance

5-25%

Bundle Policies

Combine renters insurance with auto insurance for 5-25% discounts from most providers.

Up to 18%

Increase Deductible

Raising your deductible from $250 to $1,000 can reduce premiums by up to 18%.

5-15%

Install Safety Devices

Smoke detectors, deadbolts, and security systems can earn discounts of 5-15%.

Varies

Maintain Good Credit

A strong credit score can lower your premiums significantly in most states.

5-10%

Ask About Discounts

Many insurers offer discounts for non-smokers, seniors, or loyal customers.

Varies

Review Coverage Annually

Update your inventory to avoid over-insuring and paying for coverage you don't need.