Updated: October 12, 2026
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State Farm is the top renters insurer in Arkansas, with a MoneyGeek score of 4.8 out of 5.
Farm Bureau is the most affordable at $8 per month, which saves $156 per year compared to the state average, but it requires a Farm Bureau membership. Nationwide is the cheapest provider available to all Arkansas renters.
Arkansas renters pay $246 per year on average, or $21 per month, which is $6 above the $15 national monthly average.
With a MoneyGeek score of 4.8 out of 5, State Farm ranks as Arkansas's best renters insurance provider at $13 per month for its balance of affordability, customer service and coverage options. Auto-Owners stands out with the highest customer experience score, while Lemonade earned top marks for its coverage.
These five companies earned the top MoneyGeek scores for renters insurance in Arkansas:
| State Farm | 4.8 | $13 | $161 |
| Farm Bureau | 4.64 | $8 | $94 |
| Auto-Owners Insurance | 4.64 | $19 | $226 |
| Lemonade | 4.58 | $14 | $165 |
| Nationwide | 4.53 | $12 | $145 |
*Rates for renters aged 26 to 64 with good credit and no claims history. Policy includes $20,000 in personal property coverage, $100,000 in liability coverage and a $500 deductible.
Our Scoring: MoneyGeek scores combine affordability (50%), customer satisfaction from industry research (40%) and add-on coverage options (10%). The companies with the highest combined scores made our list of Arkansas’s best renters insurance providers.
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Arkansas renters can pay as little as $8 per month through Farm Bureau for $20,000 in personal property coverage. That's $13 less per month than Arkansas's $21 average, saving you $156 per year compared to the state average.
The 10 most affordable companies range from $8 to $54 monthly for the same coverage. Seven of 10 insurers charge less than Arkansas's $21 state average.
| Farm Bureau | $8 | $-13 |
| USAA | $12 | $-8 |
| Nationwide | $12 | $-8 |
| State Farm | $13 | $-7 |
| Lemonade | $14 | $-7 |
| Allstate | $16 | $-5 |
| Auto-Owners Insurance | $19 | $-2 |
| Shelter Insurance | $22 | $1 |
| Farmers | $36 | $15 |
| Travelers | $54 | $34 |
Arkansas renters pay $21 per month or $246 per year for renters insurance, $6 above the national average of $15 per month. Tornado activity and higher property crime in metro areas lead to more claims, which push costs up for insurers across the state. Standard policies also don’t cover floods, which are common in parts of Arkansas, though renters can buy separate flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program.
Mountainburg offers the most affordable renters insurance in Arkansas at $20 monthly ($239 annually), while Little Rock has the highest average at $21 per month ($257 annually). Most cities stay close to the state's $21 average, with local factors like crime rates and weather exposure accounting for the minor differences.
| Conway | $20 | $239 |
| Hatfield | $20 | $240 |
| Little Rock | $21 | $257 |
| Mountainburg | $20 | $239 |
Farm Bureau offers the most affordable renters insurance across most coverage levels in Arkansas. It's the cheapest choice for $20,000 and $100,000 in personal property coverage, both carrying $100,000 in liability limits. The exception is the $250,000 tier, where State Farm offers the lowest rate at $35 monthly for $250,000 in personal property coverage and $300,000 in liability protection.
| $20K Personal Property / $100K Liability | Farm Bureau | $8 |
| $50K Personal Property / $100K Liability | USAA | $17 |
| $100K Personal Property / $100K Liability | Farm Bureau | $24 |
| $250K Personal Property / $300K Liability | State Farm | $35 |
Getting the right coverage starts with knowing your coverage options, estimating your property value and shopping around for quotes.
Comparing quotes saves money on renters insurance. Farm Bureau charges $8 per month for $20,000 in coverage while Travelers charges $54 for identical protection. Getting quotes from at least three insurers reveals a $46 monthly difference and helps you find the lowest rate.
Pairing your renters and auto insurance with one company usually saves 10% to 25% on both premiums. State Farm and Auto-Owners provide bundling discounts that cut your total insurance expenses while consolidating your billing into one convenient payment.
Higher deductibles result in lower monthly premiums, but you'll cover more expenses when filing claims. Before raising your deductible, verify your emergency fund can handle the increased out-of-pocket costs if you need to file a claim.
Many discounts won't apply automatically, so ask what you qualify for. Arkansas insurers commonly offer savings for security systems, smoke detectors, automatic payments and claims-free records. State Farm also provides good student discounts for renters under 25 maintaining B averages or higher.
Most Arkansas landlords require at least $100,000 in liability coverage, though the state doesn't mandate renters insurance by law. Factors like pet ownership, credit score and rental history affect your coverage requirements. Your property value, local weather risks and crime rates should inform your coverage limits.
Use our calculator below to find out how much renters insurance you need.
When figuring out how much renters insurance you need, experts recommend the standard $100,000 in liability insurance and enough personal property protection to cover your possessions. Use MoneyGeek's calculator to estimate the value of your possessions so you know how much personal property coverage to buy.
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Arkansas renters pay $6 more per month than the national average, which makes comparing quotes worth the effort. State Farm is the best choice for most people, with a MoneyGeek score of 4.8 out of 5, local agents and the top J.D. Power score in the 2026 renters study. If price comes first, Farm Bureau’s $8 monthly rate is hard to beat, even after its membership fee. Nationwide is the better fit if you want a low rate at $12 without joining anything. Rates for identical coverage range from $8 to $54 monthly across the state’s 10 most affordable insurers, a $46 gap, so get at least three quotes before you buy.
State Farm earns the top spot for renters insurance in Arkansas with a MoneyGeek score of 4.8 out of 5. At $13 monthly, it offers high customer satisfaction at affordable rates.
Arkansas renters insurance costs $21 monthly or $246 annually for $20,000 in personal property coverage. The state's rates run $6 above the national average of $15 per month because of severe weather risks like tornadoes and higher property crime rates in metro areas.
Renters insurance with $100,000 in personal property coverage costs $57 per month or $678 annually in Arkansas on average. Farm Bureau provides the most affordable option at $24 monthly for this coverage level. Since most renters select $20,000 to $50,000 in coverage, the $100,000 tier works best for those with high-value belongings or collectibles.
Arkansas doesn't legally require renters insurance, but most landlords mandate at least $100,000 in liability coverage as part of your lease agreement. Your landlord's specific requirements may vary based on your rental history, credit score and pet ownership. Always review your lease to understand the exact coverage requirements.
We analyzed Arkansas renters insurance companies to find insurers with affordable rates and excellent service.
We gathered quotes from Quadrant Information Services for renters with this profile:
Affordability accounted for 50% of each company's score. Customer satisfaction from industry research made up 40%. Add-on coverage options contributed 10%. Companies with the highest combined scores across all factors earned spots on our list of Arkansas's best renters insurance providers.
Mark Fitzpatrick is a licensed Property and Casualty (P&C) Insurance Producer and MoneyGeek's resident expert in insurance and economics. In nearly a decade covering the insurance market at LendingTree and MoneyGeek, he's analyzed hundreds of carriers and millions of rates across auto, home, renters, health and life insurance.
His work has appeared in The Washington Post, The New York Times and NPR. He draws on independent cost and consumer experience data, and no insurance company partnerships affect his recommendations.
Mark studied at Boston College and later earned a master's in economics and international relations from Johns Hopkins University. He worked in financial risk management at State Street before joining MoneyGeek. He's also a five-time “Jeopardy!” champion.
