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Average insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 a year including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $414 a year, collision costs $800, and liability is estimated at $390. Buying just liability costs approximately $438 a year, with insurance for high-risk drivers costing $3,788 or more. 16-year-old drivers receive the highest rates at $6,234 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,740

Rate estimates broken down by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $414
Collision $800
Liability $390

Prices include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Rates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Model S trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For a driver around age 40, prices range go from as low as $438 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a high of $3,788 for a policy for a high-risk driver.

Liability Only $438
Full Coverage $1,740
High Risk $3,788

Price Range by Location

Living in a larger city can make a big difference on the price of auto insurance. More rural locations tend to have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than congested cities.

The diagram below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on insurance prices.

Rural Areas $1,305
Small Cities $1,827
Large Cities $2,349

These examples highlight why it is important to get quotes for a targeted area and risk profile, instead of making a decision based on rate averages.

Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.

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Additional Rate Details

The chart below breaks down estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The best full coverage rate is $965
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save approximately $1,466 every year
  • The average rate for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,740
  • Buying low $100 deductibles for comp and collision coverage will cost an extra $538 annually
  • Higher-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay up to $3,788 or more
  • The cost for full coverage for a 16-year-old driver can cost as much as $6,234 each year

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Tesla Model S insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Tesla Model S insurance prices range from $965 to $6,234

Auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S can also vary considerably based on your driver profile, the model of your Model S, and liability limits and deductibles.

Older drivers with a good driving record and high deductibles may pay as low as $1,600 annually on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, where even good drivers will have to pay at least $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age

Where you live plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Model S insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,340 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or at least $2,480 on average in Louisiana, New York, and Michigan.

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates by State
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%

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Tesla Model S insurance rates by U.S. city

Opting for high physical damage deductibles can save as much as $820 annually, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $351 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you like to drive fast or tend to cause accidents, you are likely paying $2,100 to $2,800 in extra premium per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy ranges from 45% to 135% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

With so much variability in rates, the best way to figure out which company is cheapest is to get quotes from multiple companies. Each auto insurer utilizes a different rate formula, and quoted rates can be significantly different from one company to the next.

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates by Model Year
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 Find the Right Tesla Model S Insurance

Saving money on insurance for a Tesla Model S takes being a good driver, having good credit, not filing small claims, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Set aside time to compare rates every year by getting quotes from direct car insurance companies like GEICO and Progressive, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The following list is a quick rundown of the coverage data covered above.

  • You may be able to save approximately $220 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Increasing deductibles can save around $800 each year
  • Drivers age 16 to 20 are the costliest to insure, as much as $520 per month if they have full coverage
  • Drivers considered higher risk with reckless driving or DUI convictions may pay on average $2,050 more annually than a safer driver

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model S Insurance 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

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,278
$250 $2,028
$500 $1,740
$1,000 $1,466

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
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

Tesla Model S Insurance 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.

SR-22 Surcharge $251

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
Rate after discounts $965

Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.

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