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The average insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 every 12 months with full coverage. Comprehensive costs around $332 each year, collision insurance costs $680, and liability is estimated at $388. Liability-only insurance costs approximately $434 a year, and high-risk driver insurance costs around $3,350. Teens 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

Includes $500 deductible amounts, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all U.S. states and Model 3 models.

Price Range Variability

For a driver around age 40, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from the cheapest price of $434 for your basic liability-only policy to a high rate of $3,350 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.

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

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Living in a larger city can make a big difference on insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are shown to have more infrequent collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion. The graphic below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on auto insurance rates.

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

The examples above demonstrate why all drivers should get quotes for a specific zip code and their own driving history, instead of making a decision based on averaged prices.

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

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $856
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save about $228 annually
  • The average price for a good driver age 40 using $500 deductibles is $1,536
  • Selecting low deductibles for comp and collision coverage increases the price to $1,986
  • Higher-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay at least $3,350
  • Policy cost to insure a 16-year-old driver can be $5,626 each year

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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

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

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles can save as much as $680 annually, whereas increasing liability limits will increase rates. Moving from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $349 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

More mature drivers with a good driving record and higher deductibles may pay as low as $1,400 annually on average, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even excellent drivers will have to pay 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 may be forking out at least $1,800 to $2,500 in extra premium every year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers ranges from 44% to 130% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Your home state plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,100 a year in states like New Hampshire, Ohio, and Utah, or have to pay at least $2,070 on average in Florida, Michigan, 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 Cheapest Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Tesla Model 3 takes having a good driving record, having a good credit score, not filing small claims, and possibly raising deductibles. Set aside time to compare rates at least once a year by getting quotes from direct companies, and also from several local insurance agents.

The next list is a recap of the primary concepts that were covered above.

  • You may be able to save up to $190 per year just by quoting online in advance
  • Drivers considered higher risk that have major violations or accidents pay on average $1,810 more every year to buy Tesla Model 3 insurance
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save as much as $675 each year
  • Drivers age 20 and younger are expensive to insure, as much as $469 each month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included

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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