That’s so exciting! The average monthly cost of renters insurance in California is $16.
For less than the cost of brunch, you’ll get a policy that includes protection for your personal possessions, personal liability coverage, and some loss of use expenses if a covered peril makes your home uninhabitable.
In case you were wondering, California renters pay about $7 more per month than Oregonian renters for renters insurance.
If you’re interested in saving money, here are a few tips to bring down your monthly fee:
Move to a neighborhood with a lower property crime rate
Choose a high deductible (if your financial situation allows)
Bundle
your auto and renters insurance
One more piece of advice: If you’re worried about wildfires, make sure you check your policy carefully. Most standard California policies do not provide protection against wildfires since the risk is so high. If this is a concern for you, look into an additional wildfire policy.
When you’re ready to shop for renters insurance
, use the Jerry
to quickly compare rates and sign up for an affordable policy. If you have any questions along the way, our friendly agents are happy to assist. No confusing forms or bad hold music, we promise. Good luck with your move!