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U.S. average insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 a year including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs approximately $414 each year, collision insurance costs $800, and liability coverage costs $390. Liability-only coverage costs as little as $438 a year, and high-risk coverage costs $3,788 or more. Teenage drivers pay the highest rates at up to $6,234 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,740

Price estimates by individual coverage:

Comprehensive $414
Collision $800
Liability $390

Full coverage includes $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes uninsured motorist and medical coverage. Estimates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Model S models.

Price Range from Low to High

Using a middle-aged driver as an example, Tesla Model S insurance prices range from as low as $438 for the bare minimum liability coverage to a high rate of $3,788 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

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

Geographic Price Range

Your location has a large influence on car insurance prices. Rural locations have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than densely populated cities. The graphic below illustrates how where you live affects auto insurance prices.

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

The ranges above highlight why all drivers should compare rates using their specific location and risk profile, rather than using average rates.

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Additional Rate Information

The chart below breaks down average Tesla Model S insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.

  • The best discount rate is $965
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay $274 every year
  • The average rate for the average middle-age driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,740
  • Using low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost an extra $538 each year
  • High-risk insureds who are prone to accidents and violations could pay around $3,788
  • The price for full coverage for a teenage driver can cost $6,234 a year

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

Auto insurance prices for a Tesla Model S are also quite variable based on your driving record, the model of your Model S, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.

More mature drivers with a good driving record and high deductibles may only pay around $1,600 per year on average for full coverage. Prices are much higher for teenage drivers, where even good drivers will have to pay in the ballpark of $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age

The state you live in makes a big difference in Tesla Model S insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,340 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or be forced to pay as much as $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

Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $820 a year, whereas increasing liability limits will push prices upward. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $351 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have some driving violations or tend to cause accidents, you are likely paying anywhere from $2,100 to $2,800 in extra premium each year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers can cost around 45% to 135% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

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 More Affordable Tesla Model S Insurance

Getting lower rates on auto insurance not only requires being a good driver, but also having good credit, being claim-free, and possibly higher deductibles. Take the time to comparison shop at every other renewal by requesting quotes from direct car insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from insurance agencies where you live.

The following list is a summary of the concepts that were touched on in the above illustrations.

  • Drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations could be forced to pay on average $2,050 more per year than a safer driver
  • Drivers age 16 to 20 have the highest car insurance prices, possibly costing $520 a month if they have full coverage
  • You may be able to save around $220 per year just by quoting online in advance
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles can save around $800 each year
  • You may be able to save around $220 per year just by quoting online in advance

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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