West Virginia renters insurance
Get dependable and affordable renters insurance in West Virginia for less than $1/day* through Progressive. Find out about renters insurance coverages, discounts, cost information, and requirements for tenants in The Mountain State.
Explore Progressive's editorial standards for Answers articles to find out why you can trust the insurance information you find here.
West Virginia renters insurance coverages
Check out the four standard coverages on nearly all West Virginia 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
Renters insurance isn't required by law in West Virginia, but your landlord or rental company may require you to have a renters policy in place before you're able to move in. Even if it's not mandated, renters insurance offers affordable protection for tenants renting homes, condos, and apartments throughout West Virginia.
Pro tip:
Wondering how to cover your personal belongings while they're in transit from your old place to your new space? Learn how renters insurance may protect your personal property while moving.
Is renters insurance worth it in West Virginia?
Renters insurance is an affordable option for tenants renting homes, condos, or apartments in The Mountain State. The following scenarios illustrate how renters coverage may protect you:
Your exterior storage unit is broken into, and some valuables are stolen. Personal property coverage may pay to replace your stolen items, up to your coverage limit.
A pipe bursts in your building, and you must move out while the water damage is repaired. Loss of use coverage may pay for your temporary lodging while you are out of your home.
You get into a bicycle accident and injure a pedestrian. If you're liable for their injuries, personal liability coverage may pay their medical bills, up to your coverage limit.
How much is renters insurance in West Virginia?
Progressive renters policies in West Virginia had an average monthly price of $19.08, or $228.97 for an annual policy, in 2023.** Remember that your cost for renters insurance is determined by many components, including your location, type of residence, and claims history.
Coverage limits may also affect your renters insurance premium. Generally, the more personal property coverage you need, the more you pay for a renters policy. Use our personal property calculator to help you take a home inventory and estimate the value of your belongings.
How can I save on renters insurance in West Virginia?
Take advantage of renters insurance discounts to help lower the cost of your renters policy. Progressive offers discounts for bundling multiple policies, quoting in advance, paying in full, and living in a secured or gated community.
Bundle your West Virginia renters with auto insurance and save!
You may be able to bundle your renters and auto policies to earn a discount. Learn more about bundling insurance at Progressive.
There may also be discounts that are only available in your state or county. You can call 1-866-749-7436, or talk to an agent in your area to help ensure you're getting all applicable discounts.
How to quote renters insurance in West Virginia
Call a rep
Talk to a licensed representative who can help you quote renters insurance.
Call 1-866-749-7436![](https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/blt62d40591b3650da3/blt257895fd757b549a/63ee43029c6cb020b68842a9/renters_bottom-cta-image.jpg?auto=webp&width=306)
Get a renters insurance quote online or call for advice
Learn more about renters insurance.