Tesla Model S Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,848 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs around $432 each year, collision costs $892, and liability is $388. Liability-only coverage costs around $434 a year, with high-risk coverage costing $4,036 or more. Teenage drivers receive the highest rates at $6,602 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,848
Rate estimates for individual coverage type:
These estimates include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability limits, and includes uninsured motorist and medical coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and Model S models.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For a 40-year-old driver, prices range go from as cheap as $434 for the bare minimum liability coverage to a high rate of $4,036 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Choosing to live in a large city can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population tend to have fewer physical damage claims than densely populated cities.
The graphic below illustrates how your location can change auto insurance rates.
These examples illustrate why all drivers should compare rates quotes for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on average rates.
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Additional Rate Information
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.
- The best discount rate is $1,014
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save about $298 each year
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver using $500 deductibles is $1,848
- Using low deductibles costs an additional $590 annually
- Drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay at least $4,036 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver can be $6,602
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Model S can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Model S, your risk profile, and deductibles and policy limits.
More mature drivers with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,700 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged as much as $6,600 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you are probably paying at least $2,200 to $3,000 extra per year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost from 45% to 133% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $890 annually, whereas increasing liability limits will increase rates. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $349 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live also has a big influence on Tesla Model S insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,210 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or be forced to pay as much as $2,490 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,670 | -$178 | -9.6% |
| Alaska | $1,416 | -$432 | -23.4% |
| Arizona | $1,534 | -$314 | -17.0% |
| Arkansas | $1,848 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $2,106 | $258 | 14.0% |
| Colorado | $1,764 | -$84 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,896 | $48 | 2.6% |
| Delaware | $2,088 | $240 | 13.0% |
| Florida | $2,308 | $460 | 24.9% |
| Georgia | $1,708 | -$140 | -7.6% |
| Hawaii | $1,326 | -$522 | -28.2% |
| Idaho | $1,252 | -$596 | -32.3% |
| Illinois | $1,374 | -$474 | -25.6% |
| Indiana | $1,392 | -$456 | -24.7% |
| Iowa | $1,246 | -$602 | -32.6% |
| Kansas | $1,754 | -$94 | -5.1% |
| Kentucky | $2,518 | $670 | 36.3% |
| Louisiana | $2,736 | $888 | 48.1% |
| Maine | $1,140 | -$708 | -38.3% |
| Maryland | $1,526 | -$322 | -17.4% |
| Massachusetts | $1,474 | -$374 | -20.2% |
| Michigan | $3,206 | $1,358 | 73.5% |
| Minnesota | $1,546 | -$302 | -16.3% |
| Mississippi | $2,212 | $364 | 19.7% |
| Missouri | $1,640 | -$208 | -11.3% |
| Montana | $1,984 | $136 | 7.4% |
| Nebraska | $1,456 | -$392 | -21.2% |
| Nevada | $2,216 | $368 | 19.9% |
| New Hampshire | $1,332 | -$516 | -27.9% |
| New Jersey | $2,064 | $216 | 11.7% |
| New Mexico | $1,634 | -$214 | -11.6% |
| New York | $1,944 | $96 | 5.2% |
| North Carolina | $1,064 | -$784 | -42.4% |
| North Dakota | $1,512 | -$336 | -18.2% |
| Ohio | $1,274 | -$574 | -31.1% |
| Oklahoma | $1,896 | $48 | 2.6% |
| Oregon | $1,692 | -$156 | -8.4% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,760 | -$88 | -4.8% |
| Rhode Island | $2,464 | $616 | 33.3% |
| South Carolina | $1,674 | -$174 | -9.4% |
| South Dakota | $1,558 | -$290 | -15.7% |
| Tennessee | $1,614 | -$234 | -12.7% |
| Texas | $2,226 | $378 | 20.5% |
| Utah | $1,366 | -$482 | -26.1% |
| Vermont | $1,262 | -$586 | -31.7% |
| Virginia | $1,106 | -$742 | -40.2% |
| Washington | $1,424 | -$424 | -22.9% |
| West Virginia | $1,696 | -$152 | -8.2% |
| Wisconsin | $1,278 | -$570 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,644 | -$204 | -11.0% |
With so much variability in rates, the only way to figure out your exact price is to do a rate comparison from multiple companies. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate rates, so rate quotes can be significantly different between companies.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tesla Model S | $554 | $1,140 | $332 | $2,162 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S | $532 | $1,130 | $338 | $2,136 |
| 2022 Tesla Model S | $514 | $1,104 | $354 | $2,108 |
| 2021 Tesla Model S | $496 | $1,058 | $364 | $2,054 |
| 2020 Tesla Model S | $470 | $1,020 | $376 | $2,002 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S | $452 | $946 | $384 | $1,918 |
| 2018 Tesla Model S | $432 | $892 | $388 | $1,848 |
| 2017 Tesla Model S | $414 | $800 | $390 | $1,740 |
| 2016 Tesla Model S | $388 | $736 | $390 | $1,650 |
| 2014 Tesla Model S | $366 | $644 | $402 | $1,548 |
| 2013 Tesla Model S | $338 | $598 | $402 | $1,474 |
| 2012 Tesla Model S | $330 | $542 | $406 | $1,414 |
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 Cheap Tesla Model S Insurance
Saving money on insurance for a Tesla Model S consists of being safe and accident-free, having a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Invest the time to shop around at every policy renewal by obtaining price quotes from direct insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from several local insurance agents.
Below you'll find a brief summary of the data illustrated above.
- Insureds who may need more liability protection will pay an extra $430 annually to raise from a minimum limit to higher 250/500 limits
- It is possible to save up to $240 per year simply by quoting online in advance
- Increasing deductibles could save up to $900 each year
- Youthful drivers are the costliest to insure, costing up to $550 per month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $6,602 |
| 20 | $4,298 |
| 30 | $1,954 |
| 40 | $1,848 |
| 50 | $1,684 |
| 60 | $1,656 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $2,438 |
| $250 | $2,162 |
| $500 | $1,848 |
| $1,000 | $1,550 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,848 |
| 50/100 | $1,926 |
| 100/300 | $2,023 |
| 250/500 | $2,275 |
| 100 CSL | $1,964 |
| 300 CSL | $2,178 |
| 500 CSL | $2,333 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $9,526 |
| 20 | $6,856 |
| 30 | $4,154 |
| 40 | $4,036 |
| 50 | $3,846 |
| 60 | $3,814 |
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 | $103 |
| Multi-vehicle | $98 |
| Homeowner | $25 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $152 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $124 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $96 |
| Advance Quote | $99 |
| Online Quote | $137 |
| Total Discounts | $834 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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