🚗 Car insurance cost in Mississippi (2026)

The estimated average is $2,258 per yearabove the national average (+5% vs. the U.S. average of $2,150).

$2,258
Avg. car insurance
per year
#20
of 51 states
more expensive
$2,150
U.S. average
per year
South
Region

Mississippi is home to about 2.9 million people, and car insurance here runs above the national average. Below, estimate a price for your own profile, then drill into your city — rates in a large metro like Jackson typically differ from smaller towns.

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Mississippi car insurance estimator

Estimated$3,952/year

Starts from the Mississippi average. Estimate only — get quotes to confirm.

Car insurance cost in Mississippi cities

Estimated car insurance per year in major Mississippi cities.
CityPopulationEst. car insurance
Jackson145,995$2,258
Gulfport72,926$2,168
Southaven56,767$2,168
Biloxi48,178$2,168

Mississippi car insurance FAQ

How much is car insurance in Mississippi?

The estimated average car insurance in Mississippi is $2,258 per year, which is above the national average (+5% vs. the U.S. average of $2,150). Mississippi ranks 20 of 51 states from most to least expensive.

Why is car insurance expensive in Mississippi?

Car insurance pricing in Mississippi reflects local risk factors — weather and catastrophe exposure, accident/claim frequency, repair and medical costs, and state regulation. That’s why costs differ across the South.

How can I save on car insurance in Mississippi?

Compare at least three quotes from insurers active in Mississippi, bundle policies, and re-shop every year. Use the calculator above to see how your profile changes the price.

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