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The average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,848 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs around $432, collision insurance costs $892, and liability coverage costs $388. Liability-only insurance costs as little as $434 a year, and high-risk driver insurance costs $4,036 or more. 16-year-old drivers cost the most to insure at up to $6,602 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,848

Policy rates for type of insurance:

Comprehensive $432
Collision $892
Liability $388

Full coverage includes $500 deductible amounts, liability limits of 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and for all Model S models.

Price Range Variability

For a driver around age 40, Tesla Model S insurance rates range from as cheap as $434 for your basic liability-only policy to the much higher price of $4,036 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $434
Full Coverage $1,848
High Risk $4,036

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Your location has a large influence on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are shown to have fewer physical damage claims than congested cities. The example below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on auto insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,386
Small Cities $1,940
Large Cities $2,495

The examples above illustrate why everyone should compare rates for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, rather than using rate averages.

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

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More Rate Information

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

  • The best full coverage rate is $1,014
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay about $298 each year
  • The estimated rate for a good driver age 40 using $500 deductibles is $1,848
  • Buying pricier low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance costs an additional $590 each year
  • High-risk insureds with multiple tickets or accidents could pay at least $4,036
  • Policy cost with full coverage for a teenage driver for full coverage can be $6,602 a year

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Tesla Model S insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing Tesla Model S insurance prices range from $1,014 to $6,602 for full coverage

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

A more mature driver with a good driving record and high physical damage deductibles may only pay around $1,700 per year on average, or $142 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, where even without any violations or accidents they will have to pay as much as $6,600 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused a few accidents, you are probably paying at least $2,200 to $3,000 in extra premium every year, depending on your age. Tesla Model S insurance for high-risk drivers can cost around 45% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could save up to $890 a year, whereas buying more liability protection will increase rates. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $349 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Your home state makes a big difference in Tesla Model S insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,210 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or at least $2,490 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates by State
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%

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Tesla Model S insurance rates by U.S. city
Tesla Model S Insurance Rates by Model Year
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 More Affordable Tesla Model S Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on auto insurance not only requires having a good driving record, but also having above-average credit, being claim-free, and possibly raising deductibles. Set aside time to compare rates once a year by requesting quotes from direct insurance companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from several local insurance agents.

The next list is a summary of the data that was covered above.

  • It is possible to save up to $240 per year just by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
  • Consumers who may need increased levels of liability coverage will pay around $430 annually to go from a 30/60 limit to higher 250/500 limits
  • Drivers age 20 and younger are expensive to insure, possibly costing $550 each month if full coverage is included
  • Drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations pay on average $2,190 more every year to buy Tesla Model S insurance

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model S Insurance 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

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,438
$250 $2,162
$500 $1,848
$1,000 $1,550

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
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

Tesla Model S Insurance 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.

SR-22 Surcharge $270

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
Rate after discounts $1,014

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

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