Tesla Model S Insurance Rates
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Estimated insurance prices for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 every 12 months for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs on average $414, collision costs $800, and liability insurance is estimated at $390. A policy with only liability insurance costs approximately $438 a year, with a high-risk policy costing $3,788 or more. 16-year-old drivers pay the most at $6,234 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,740
Premium estimates by type of coverage:
Full coverage includes $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 states and for different Model S trim levels.
Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage
For an average driver, insurance rates for a Tesla Model S go from the cheapest price of $438 for just liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,788 for a high-risk driver policy.
Insurance Price Range by Location
Living in a larger city has a significant impact on insurance rates. Rural areas are statistically proven to have more infrequent physical damage claims than congested cities.
The price range example below illustrates the effect of geographic area on car insurance rates.
These rate differences illustrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should get quotes based on a specific location and their own driving history, rather than relying on rate averages.
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More Rate Details
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.
- The best full coverage rate is $965
- Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save around $274 each year
- The average price for a 40-year-old good driver with $500 deductibles is $1,740
- Buying more expensive low deductibles for comp and collision coverage costs an extra $538 a year
- High-risk insureds with multiple tickets or accidents could pay upwards of $3,788 or more
- An auto insurance policy to insure a teen driver with full coverage may cost $6,234 each year
Car insurance prices for a Tesla Model S also have a wide range based on physical damage deductibles and liability limits, your risk profile, and the trim level of your Model S.
Opting for high physical damage deductibles can save as much as $820 each year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will cost you more. Switching from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $351 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
An older driver with no driving violations and higher deductibles could pay as little as $1,600 annually on average, or $133 per month, for full coverage. Prices are highest for drivers in their teens, since even excellent drivers will be charged upwards of $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few violations or you were responsible for an accident, you are probably paying at a minimum $2,100 to $2,800 extra annually, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance ranges anywhere from 45% to 135% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates
Where you choose to live plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Model S insurance rates. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,140 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or at least $2,350 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
| 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% |
With such a large range in prices, the only way to figure out exactly what you will pay is to compare prices from as many companies as possible. Each auto insurer utilizes a different rate formula, so rate quotes will be substantially different.
| 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 More Affordable Tesla Model S Insurance
Finding better rates on Tesla Model S insurance takes being a low-risk driver, maintaining a good credit score, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and maximizing policy discounts. Take the time to compare rates every time your policy renews by obtaining price quotes from direct insurance companies, and also from several local insurance agents.
The items below are a summary of the information covered in the above illustrations.
- It is possible to save as much as $220 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Teen drivers are expensive to insure, with premiums being up to $520 per month if the policy includes full coverage
- Increasing policy deductibles could save as much as $800 each year
- High-risk drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations pay on average $2,050 more each year to insure their Model S
- Drivers who require more liability coverage will pay around $430 annually to raise limits from 30/60 bodily injury limits to a 250/500 level
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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