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

Average premium for full coverage: $1,536

Policy rates for type of insurance:

Comprehensive $332
Collision $680
Liability $388

Price estimates include $500 physical damage deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes additional medical/uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and for different Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range Variability

For the average driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates go from the cheapest price of $434 for just the minimum liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,350 for a high-risk driver policy.

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

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Choosing to live in a large city has a large influence on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are shown to have more infrequent physical damage claims than densely populated cities.

The price range example below illustrates how location impacts auto insurance rates.

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

The examples above illustrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates quotes for a specific zip code and their own driving history, rather than using average rates.

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

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Additional Rate Analysis

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

  • The best discount rate is $856
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save about $228 each year
  • The average price for a good driver age 40 using $500 deductibles is $1,536
  • Using more expensive low deductibles increases the price to $1,986
  • Unlucky drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay at least $3,350 or more
  • Policy cost to insure a teenage driver with full coverage can be $5,626

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

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

Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $680 a year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will increase rates. Switching 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

An older driver with no driving violations and higher deductibles may only pay around $1,400 every 12 months on average, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher 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 are probably paying at least $1,800 to $2,500 extra every year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance is expensive and can cost around 44% to 130% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Your home state also has a big influence on Tesla Model 3 insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,000 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or be forced to pay as much as $2,070 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.

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

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to figure out your exact price is to compare rates and see how they stack up. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate rates, so rate quotes will be varied.

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 Cheaper Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on auto insurance consists of being a safe and courteous driver, maintaining a good credit score, being claim-free, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Spend time shopping around every time your policy renews by requesting quotes from direct insurance companies, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

Below is a condensed summary of the information touched on above.

  • It is possible to save up to $190 per year simply by shopping early and online
  • Teenage drivers are the costliest to insure, possibly costing $469 each month if the policy includes full coverage
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save as much as $675 each year
  • Drivers with multiple at-fault accidents may pay on average $1,810 more every year for auto insurance
  • Consumers who may need higher levels of liability will pay an extra $430 annually to raise from a 30/60 limit to a 250/500 level

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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