Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates
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Average insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs approximately $332, collision costs $680, and liability costs around $388. Liability-only coverage costs as low as $434 a year, with high-risk coverage costing $3,350 or more. Teens receive the highest rates at $5,626 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,536
Rate estimates by individual coverage type:
Rates are based on $500 deductible amounts, liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and for all Model 3 models.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For the normal driver, prices range go from the low end price of $434 for just liability insurance to the much higher price of $3,350 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Where you live can make a big difference on the price of auto insurance. Rural locations tend to have lower incidents of physical damage claims than cities with more traffic congestion.
The example below illustrates how geographic area affects auto insurance prices.
These examples illustrate why everyone should compare prices using their specific location, instead of making a decision based on averaged prices.
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More Rate Details
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The cheapest rate after discounts is $856
- Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save $228 each year
- The estimated price for a 40-year-old driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,536
- Selecting pricier low deductibles for physical damage coverage will cost an additional $450 annually
- High-risk insureds with serious driving violations could pay around $3,350 or more
- The cost that insures a 16-year-old driver for full coverage can cost $5,626 or more
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 can also vary considerably based on the model of your Model 3, your age and driving record, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
If you like to drive fast or you caused an accident, you are probably paying anywhere from $1,800 to $2,500 extra per year, depending on your age. Tesla Model 3 insurance for high-risk drivers can be from 44% to 130% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
A more mature driver with no driving violations and higher comprehensive and collision deductibles may pay as low as $1,400 a year for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, since even teens with perfect driving records will be charged in the ballpark of $5,600 a year. View Rates by Age
Where you live has a huge impact on Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $1,000 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or have to pay at least $2,070 on average in Florida, New York, and Michigan.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,388 | -$148 | -9.6% |
| Alaska | $1,176 | -$360 | -23.4% |
| Arizona | $1,274 | -$262 | -17.1% |
| Arkansas | $1,536 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,750 | $214 | 13.9% |
| Colorado | $1,464 | -$72 | -4.7% |
| Connecticut | $1,576 | $40 | 2.6% |
| Delaware | $1,734 | $198 | 12.9% |
| Florida | $1,916 | $380 | 24.7% |
| Georgia | $1,418 | -$118 | -7.7% |
| Hawaii | $1,102 | -$434 | -28.3% |
| Idaho | $1,040 | -$496 | -32.3% |
| Illinois | $1,142 | -$394 | -25.7% |
| Indiana | $1,158 | -$378 | -24.6% |
| Iowa | $1,036 | -$500 | -32.6% |
| Kansas | $1,456 | -$80 | -5.2% |
| Kentucky | $2,092 | $556 | 36.2% |
| Louisiana | $2,272 | $736 | 47.9% |
| Maine | $946 | -$590 | -38.4% |
| Maryland | $1,268 | -$268 | -17.4% |
| Massachusetts | $1,224 | -$312 | -20.3% |
| Michigan | $2,662 | $1,126 | 73.3% |
| Minnesota | $1,286 | -$250 | -16.3% |
| Mississippi | $1,838 | $302 | 19.7% |
| Missouri | $1,362 | -$174 | -11.3% |
| Montana | $1,648 | $112 | 7.3% |
| Nebraska | $1,208 | -$328 | -21.4% |
| Nevada | $1,838 | $302 | 19.7% |
| New Hampshire | $1,106 | -$430 | -28.0% |
| New Jersey | $1,714 | $178 | 11.6% |
| New Mexico | $1,358 | -$178 | -11.6% |
| New York | $1,614 | $78 | 5.1% |
| North Carolina | $882 | -$654 | -42.6% |
| North Dakota | $1,256 | -$280 | -18.2% |
| Ohio | $1,058 | -$478 | -31.1% |
| Oklahoma | $1,574 | $38 | 2.5% |
| Oregon | $1,406 | -$130 | -8.5% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,464 | -$72 | -4.7% |
| Rhode Island | $2,046 | $510 | 33.2% |
| South Carolina | $1,390 | -$146 | -9.5% |
| South Dakota | $1,294 | -$242 | -15.8% |
| Tennessee | $1,342 | -$194 | -12.6% |
| Texas | $1,848 | $312 | 20.3% |
| Utah | $1,134 | -$402 | -26.2% |
| Vermont | $1,048 | -$488 | -31.8% |
| Virginia | $918 | -$618 | -40.2% |
| Washington | $1,184 | -$352 | -22.9% |
| West Virginia | $1,408 | -$128 | -8.3% |
| Wisconsin | $1,062 | -$474 | -30.9% |
| Wyoming | $1,364 | -$172 | -11.2% |

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could cut rates by as much as $680 annually, whereas buying more liability protection will push rates upward. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury protection limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $349 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
With so much variability in rates, the only way to figure out who has the best car insurance rates is to regularly compare rates from multiple companies. Each insurance company calculates rates differently, so rate quotes can be significantly different.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tesla Model 3 | $406 | $864 | $338 | $1,744 |
| 2023 Tesla Model 3 | $394 | $842 | $354 | $1,726 |
| 2022 Tesla Model 3 | $380 | $808 | $364 | $1,688 |
| 2021 Tesla Model 3 | $358 | $780 | $376 | $1,650 |
| 2020 Tesla Model 3 | $344 | $724 | $384 | $1,588 |
| 2019 Tesla Model 3 | $332 | $680 | $388 | $1,536 |
| 2018 Tesla Model 3 | $318 | $610 | $390 | $1,454 |
Rates are averaged for all Tesla Model 3 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 Best Cheap Tesla Model 3 Insurance
Saving money on insurance for a Tesla Model 3 requires having a good driving record, having a positive credit history, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and avoiding coverage lapses. Compare rates once a year by getting rate quotes from direct insurance companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from your local car insurance providers.
The next list is a quick review of the data that was presented in the illustrations above.
- It is possible to save around $190 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
- Insureds who purchase increased levels of liability coverage will pay approximately $430 annually to increase from a minimum limit to the 250/500 level
- Drivers age 20 and younger pay the highest auto insurance rates, costing up to $469 per month if full coverage is purchased
- Drivers considered higher risk with a DUI or reckless driving violation could be charged and average of $1,810 more per year to buy Tesla Model 3 insurance
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $5,626 |
| 20 | $3,572 |
| 30 | $1,612 |
| 40 | $1,536 |
| 50 | $1,402 |
| 60 | $1,380 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,986 |
| $250 | $1,776 |
| $500 | $1,536 |
| $1,000 | $1,308 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,536 |
| 50/100 | $1,614 |
| 100/300 | $1,711 |
| 250/500 | $1,963 |
| 100 CSL | $1,652 |
| 300 CSL | $1,866 |
| 500 CSL | $2,021 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $8,082 |
| 20 | $5,700 |
| 30 | $3,436 |
| 40 | $3,350 |
| 50 | $3,196 |
| 60 | $3,170 |
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 | $84 |
| Multi-vehicle | $82 |
| Homeowner | $22 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $122 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $102 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $76 |
| Advance Quote | $80 |
| Online Quote | $112 |
| Total Discounts | $680 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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