Progressive Auto Insurance in Mississippi
Progressive is the largest U.S. auto insurer (~14% market share, edging GEICO since 2023). Its Snapshot telematics program is the longest-running usage-based pricing tool in the country. Here's what Progressive typically costs in Mississippi for 2026 — plus the 3 cheaper alternatives most Mississippi drivers overlook.
Estimated annual premium
$1,750
Estimated monthly
$146
Mississippi state avg
$1,925
vs Mississippi avg
-9%
Why drivers pick Progressive
Snapshot telematics commonly delivers 10-30% discounts for low-mileage and conservative drivers — the deepest savings in the market for usage-based pricing.
Where Progressive falls short
Initial quotes for high-risk drivers (poor credit, recent claims) often run above peer carriers; competitive renewal pricing is more important than initial savings here.
Mississippi minimum coverage requirements
- Bodily Injury Liability: 25/50 thousand per person / per accident
- Property Damage Liability: $25K
23% uninsured driver rate (one of the highest) pushes UM/UIM premiums up.
Cheaper alternatives to Progressive in Mississippi
Based on CarSavr's rate modeling, the 3 carriers below typically come in below Progressive for a comparable driver profile in Mississippi. Always quote multiple carriers — your actual savings depend on ZIP, vehicle, and driving record.
Progressive head-to-head guides
Side-by-side breakdowns of the Progressive matchups visitors compare most — premium, claims, telematics, discount stack, and the driver profile each carrier fits best.
Progressive discounts available to Mississippi drivers
Progressive Mississippi rates by vehicle class
Vehicle class is one of the strongest premium drivers — pickups + EVs cost 15-25% more to insure than sedans. See the Progressive Mississippi estimate for each class:
Progressive Mississippi rates by driver profile
Driver classification is one of the strongest premium drivers — young drivers pay 2x adult rates, while seniors and low-mileage retirees save 8-18%. See the Progressive Mississippi estimate for each profile:
+100% vs standard
Progressive New Driver insurance
Mississippi · 16-24
-8% vs standard
Progressive Senior Driver insurance
Mississippi · 65+
+55% vs standard
Progressive SR-22 High-Risk insurance
Mississippi · any (SR-22 required)
-18% vs standard
Progressive Low-Mileage Driver insurance
Mississippi · any (<7,500 mi/yr)
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Methodology: Estimated annual premium is computed as Progressive's national average ($1,633) multiplied by Mississippi's state-vs-national premium index ($1,925 ÷ national average $1,789 ≈ 1.08x). Actual quotes vary by ±15-25% based on driver age, ZIP code, vehicle, mileage, and coverage selections. Sources: NAIC rate-filings 2023-2024, J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Auto Insurance Study, individual carrier rate filings. Progressive J.D. Power score: 829/1000. A.M. Best rating: A+ (2024).