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The average insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 every 12 months for full coverage. Comprehensive costs around $332 a year, collision insurance costs $680, and liability insurance costs around $388. A liability-only policy costs as low as $434 a year, and high-risk insurance costs around $3,350. 16-year-old drivers cost the most to insure at up to $5,626 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,536

Policy rates for type of insurance:

Comprehensive $332
Collision $680
Liability $388

Rates are based on $500 policy deductibles, liability limits of 30/60, and includes additional medical/uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range Variability

For an average driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from the cheapest price of $434 for just the minimum liability insurance to a high of $3,350 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $434
Full Coverage $1,536
High Risk $3,350

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Where you live has a significant impact on auto insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are shown to have more infrequent accident claims than congested cities. The diagram below illustrates the effect of geographic area on auto insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,152
Small Cities $1,613
Large Cities $2,074

The examples above show why it is important to compare prices for a specific zip code and their own driving history, rather than relying on rate averages.

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Additional Rate Analysis

The chart below shows average Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The best full coverage rate is $856
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save about $1,308 a year
  • The average price for a good driver age 40 using $500 deductibles is $1,536
  • Buying low $100 deductibles for physical damage coverage increases the price to $1,986
  • Drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay at least $3,350
  • Policy cost to insure a teen driver can be $5,626 or more

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Tesla Model 3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from $856 to $5,626 for full coverage

Car insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your driver profile, and the trim level and model year.

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could cut rates by as much as $680 each year, while buying higher liability limits will increase rates. Going from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $349 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Older drivers with no driving violations and higher deductibles could pay as little as $1,400 a year, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, since even excellent drivers will be charged as much as $5,600 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few points on your driving record or you were responsible for an accident, you could be paying at least $1,800 to $2,500 extra every year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can be anywhere from 44% to 130% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Your home state has a huge impact on Tesla Model 3 insurance rates. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $1,010 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or at least $2,190 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by State
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%

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Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city
Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Model Year
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 Shop for the Best Cheap Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on Tesla Model 3 insurance requires avoiding accidents and claims, maintaining a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and consideration of higher deductibles. Take the time to compare rates once a year by getting quotes from direct carriers, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The points below are a quick review of the data that was covered in the above illustrations.

  • Drivers can save up to $190 per year just by quoting early and online
  • Drivers who may need increased liability limits will pay around $430 each year to increase from a 30/60 limit to a 250/500 level
  • Drivers under the age of 20 are the costliest to insure, costing up to $469 each month if the policy includes full coverage
  • High-risk drivers with a DUI or reckless driving violation may pay on average $1,810 more every year to insure a Tesla Model 3

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model 3 Insurance 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

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,986
$250 $1,776
$500 $1,536
$1,000 $1,308

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
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

Tesla Model 3 Insurance 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.

SR-22 Surcharge $223

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
Rate after discounts $856

Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.

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