Tesla Model S Insurance Rates
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The average insurance prices for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 every 12 months for full coverage. Comprehensive costs on average $414, collision costs $800, and liability is $390. A liability-only policy costs around $438 a year, with high-risk insurance costing around $3,788. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at $6,234 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,740
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Price estimates include $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes additional medical/uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and for all Model S models.
Price Range Variability
For a driver around age 40, Tesla Model S insurance rates go from the cheapest price of $438 for just the minimum liability insurance to the much higher price of $3,788 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Choosing to live in a large city can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Rural areas are shown to have more infrequent accident claims than densely populated cities.
The example below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on car insurance rates.
The examples above show why everyone should compare rates quotes based on a specific location and their own driving history, instead of making a decision based on average rates.
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Additional Rate Analysis
The chart below shows estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $965
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save around $274 a year
- The average price for a good driver age 40 with $500 deductibles is $1,740
- Using pricier low deductibles increases the price to $2,278
- Drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay upwards of $3,788 or more
- Policy cost to insure a 16-year-old driver for full coverage may cost $6,234
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Model S also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your driver profile, and the trim level of your Model S.
Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $820 annually, whereas buying more liability protection will cost you more. Going from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $351 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
A more mature driver with no driving violations and higher deductibles may pay as low as $1,600 every 12 months on average, or $133 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even excellent drivers will be charged upwards of $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few points on your driving record or you were responsible for an accident, you could be paying at a minimum $2,100 to $2,800 extra every year, depending on your age. Tesla Model S insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost from 45% to 135% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Your home state also has a big influence on Tesla Model S insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,150 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or be forced to pay as much as $2,480 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,572 | -$168 | -9.7% |
| Alaska | $1,336 | -$404 | -23.2% |
| Arizona | $1,444 | -$296 | -17.0% |
| Arkansas | $1,740 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,984 | $244 | 14.0% |
| Colorado | $1,662 | -$78 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,788 | $48 | 2.8% |
| Delaware | $1,968 | $228 | 13.1% |
| Florida | $2,174 | $434 | 24.9% |
| Georgia | $1,610 | -$130 | -7.5% |
| Hawaii | $1,250 | -$490 | -28.2% |
| Idaho | $1,180 | -$560 | -32.2% |
| Illinois | $1,298 | -$442 | -25.4% |
| Indiana | $1,312 | -$428 | -24.6% |
| Iowa | $1,174 | -$566 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $1,654 | -$86 | -4.9% |
| Kentucky | $2,376 | $636 | 36.6% |
| Louisiana | $2,576 | $836 | 48.0% |
| Maine | $1,076 | -$664 | -38.2% |
| Maryland | $1,436 | -$304 | -17.5% |
| Massachusetts | $1,390 | -$350 | -20.1% |
| Michigan | $3,022 | $1,282 | 73.7% |
| Minnesota | $1,460 | -$280 | -16.1% |
| Mississippi | $2,084 | $344 | 19.8% |
| Missouri | $1,546 | -$194 | -11.1% |
| Montana | $1,870 | $130 | 7.5% |
| Nebraska | $1,370 | -$370 | -21.3% |
| Nevada | $2,088 | $348 | 20.0% |
| New Hampshire | $1,256 | -$484 | -27.8% |
| New Jersey | $1,946 | $206 | 11.8% |
| New Mexico | $1,540 | -$200 | -11.5% |
| New York | $1,832 | $92 | 5.3% |
| North Carolina | $1,002 | -$738 | -42.4% |
| North Dakota | $1,426 | -$314 | -18.0% |
| Ohio | $1,200 | -$540 | -31.0% |
| Oklahoma | $1,786 | $46 | 2.6% |
| Oregon | $1,594 | -$146 | -8.4% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,658 | -$82 | -4.7% |
| Rhode Island | $2,322 | $582 | 33.4% |
| South Carolina | $1,578 | -$162 | -9.3% |
| South Dakota | $1,468 | -$272 | -15.6% |
| Tennessee | $1,524 | -$216 | -12.4% |
| Texas | $2,098 | $358 | 20.6% |
| Utah | $1,290 | -$450 | -25.9% |
| Vermont | $1,190 | -$550 | -31.6% |
| Virginia | $1,042 | -$698 | -40.1% |
| Washington | $1,344 | -$396 | -22.8% |
| West Virginia | $1,596 | -$144 | -8.3% |
| Wisconsin | $1,204 | -$536 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,550 | -$190 | -10.9% |
Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know exactly what you will pay is to regularly compare rates from multiple companies. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate rates, so rate quotes will be varied.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tesla Model S | $532 | $1,130 | $338 | $2,136 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S | $514 | $1,104 | $354 | $2,108 |
| 2022 Tesla Model S | $496 | $1,058 | $364 | $2,054 |
| 2021 Tesla Model S | $470 | $1,020 | $376 | $2,002 |
| 2020 Tesla Model S | $452 | $946 | $384 | $1,918 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S | $432 | $892 | $388 | $1,848 |
| 2018 Tesla Model S | $414 | $800 | $390 | $1,740 |
| 2017 Tesla Model S | $388 | $736 | $390 | $1,650 |
| 2016 Tesla Model S | $374 | $690 | $394 | $1,594 |
| 2014 Tesla Model S | $338 | $598 | $402 | $1,474 |
| 2013 Tesla Model S | $330 | $542 | $406 | $1,414 |
| 2012 Tesla Model S | $306 | $496 | $402 | $1,340 |
Rates are averaged for all Tesla Model S models and trim levels. Rates assume a 40-year-old male driver, full coverage with $500 deductibles, and a clean driving record.
How to Shop for Cheaper Tesla Model S Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Tesla Model S consists of avoiding accidents and violations, maintaining a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and maximizing policy discounts. Set aside time to compare rates at least once a year by requesting quotes from direct carriers, and also from local independent and exclusive agents.
The list below is a condensed summary of the primary concepts that were covered above.
- Drivers can save as much as $220 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
- Drivers considered higher risk with multiple at-fault accidents pay an average of $2,050 more each year for car insurance
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save as much as $800 each year
- Teenagers are expensive to insure, costing up to $520 each month if the policy includes full coverage
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $6,234 |
| 20 | $4,028 |
| 30 | $1,838 |
| 40 | $1,740 |
| 50 | $1,588 |
| 60 | $1,560 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $2,278 |
| $250 | $2,028 |
| $500 | $1,740 |
| $1,000 | $1,466 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,740 |
| 50/100 | $1,818 |
| 100/300 | $1,916 |
| 250/500 | $2,169 |
| 100 CSL | $1,857 |
| 300 CSL | $2,072 |
| 500 CSL | $2,228 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $8,982 |
| 20 | $6,420 |
| 30 | $3,898 |
| 40 | $3,788 |
| 50 | $3,610 |
| 60 | $3,578 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles, two speeding tickets, and one at-fault accident
If a financial responsibility filing is required, the additional charge below may also apply.
Potential Rate Discounts
If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.
| Discount | Savings |
|---|---|
| Multi-policy | $96 |
| Multi-vehicle | $91 |
| Homeowner | $24 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $140 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $116 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $88 |
| Advance Quote | $92 |
| Online Quote | $128 |
| Total Discounts | $775 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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