Alaska renters insurance

Alaska renters insurance coverages

Check out the four standard coverages on nearly all Alaska renters insurance policies:

• Personal property protects your personal belongings, including furniture, clothing, and electronics whether they're inside your apartment or elsewhere
• Loss of use helps cover costs associated with an increase in living expenses, up to your policy's limit, if you're unable to stay in your home while it's being repaired or rebuilt due to a covered loss
• Personal liability protects you financially if you're legally responsible for another person's injuries or damage to their property
• Medical payments to others pays for medical expenses due to a covered occurrence

Additional coverages

The best renters insurance in Alaska is always a policy with customized coverage. Here are some extra options for when you need more protection:

• Add a rider: Certain valuable items, like jewelry, may have specific limits on your renters policy. If your item exceeds the limit, you may be able to purchase an endorsement called a rider for your policy to cover the item for its value.
• Personal injury coverage: May pay for legal fees and damages if you're liable for slander or defamation
• Water back-up coverage: Water that backs up through sewers or drains or discharges from a sump pump may not be covered by a standard renters policy. Water back-up coverage may pay for the damage to your belongings and water removal costs.

Learn more about all of our renters insurance coverages.

Is renters insurance required in Alaska?

Renters insurance isn't required by law in Alaska, but your landlord or rental company may require you to have a policy before you can move in. Even if it's optional, renters insurance provides affordable protection for tenants renting condos, apartments, and homes throughout Alaska.

Is renters insurance worth it in Alaska?

Renters insurance provides affordable protection for tenants in a variety of circumstances. For example:

• Your exterior storage shed is broken into and your tools are stolen. Personal property coverage may pay to replace your stolen items, up to your coverage limit.
• A storm causes damage to your rental home, and you must live elsewhere while repairs are being made. Loss of use coverage may pay for lodging costs, up to your coverage limit, while you're out of your home.
• Your dog bites someone at your apartment complex's dog park. Liability coverage may pay for medical bills and legal costs if you're sued, up to your coverage limit.

How much does renters insurance cost in Alaska?

Progressive renters policies in Alaska had an average monthly price of $20.46 or $245.54 for an annual policy in 2023.^** Remember that your cost for renters insurance is determined by many factors, including your location, type of residence, and claims history.

Coverage limits can also affect your premium. Taking a home inventory can help you determine the right amount of coverage. Use our personal property calculator to estimate the value of your belongings.

How can I save on renters insurance in Alaska?

Take advantage of renters insurance discounts to help lower the cost of your renters policy. Progressive offers savings for bundling multiple policies, quoting in advance, paying in full, and living in a secured or gated community.

There may also be discounts that are only available in your state or county. You can call 1-866-749-7436 or speak with a local agent to help ensure you're getting all applicable discounts.