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U.S. average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive costs on average $414 a year, collision costs $800, and liability costs $390. Liability-only coverage costs as little as $438 a year, with high-risk coverage costing around $3,788. Teens pay the highest rates at $6,234 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,740

Price estimates by individual coverage:

Comprehensive $414
Collision $800
Liability $390

Rate estimates include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 split liability limits, and includes additional medical/uninsured motorist coverage. Estimates are averaged for all states and Model S trim levels.

Price Range from Low to High

For a 40-year-old driver, Tesla Model S insurance prices go from as cheap as $438 for just the minimum liability insurance to a high of $3,788 for a high-risk insurance policy.

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

Geographic Price Range

Your location can have significant affects on car insurance rates. Rural areas have fewer accident claims than cities with more traffic congestion.

The diagram below illustrates how your location can change car insurance rates.

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

The ranges above show why it is important to compare rates based on a specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of using averaged prices.

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

Enter your zip code below to view companies based on your location that have cheap auto insurance rates.

Additional Rate Analysis

The chart below shows estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $965
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay around $1,466 a year
  • The estimated rate for the average middle-age driver with $500 deductibles is $1,740
  • Selecting low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $2,278
  • Higher-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay upwards of $3,788 or more
  • The price with full coverage for a teen driver may cost $6,234 a year

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

Auto insurance prices for a Tesla Model S are also quite variable based on the trim level and model year, your driver profile, and policy deductibles and limits.

Older drivers with a good driving record and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,600 per year on average for full coverage. Prices are much higher for teenage drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will have to pay upwards of $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have some driving violations or you caused a few accidents, you could be paying at a minimum $2,100 to $2,800 in extra premium each year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost as much as 45% to 135% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could save up to $820 every year, while buying higher liability limits will cost you more. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $351 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

The state you live in makes a big difference in Tesla Model S insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,150 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or have to pay at least $2,480 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.

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

Since prices can be so different, the only way to know exactly what you will pay is to get quotes and see which company has the best price. Every company calculates prices differently, and quoted prices may be quite different between companies.

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 Buy the Best Tesla Model S Insurance

Getting lower rates on car insurance not only requires avoiding accidents and claims, but also having above-average credit, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and taking advantage of discounts. Invest the time to shop around at least every other year by quoting rates from direct carriers like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local insurance agents.

The points below are a brief recap of the car insurance concepts illustrated above.

  • Higher risk drivers who tend to receive serious violations may be required to pay an average of $2,050 more each year to insure a Tesla Model S
  • Drivers can save as much as $220 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles could save up to $800 each year
  • Policyholders who require increased liability limits will pay approximately $430 each year to go from a low limit to higher 250/500 limits

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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