Tesla Model S Insurance Rates
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Estimated insurance prices for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 every 12 months including full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $414 a year, collision costs $800, and liability costs around $390. Liability-only insurance costs as low as $438 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing around $3,788. Teen drivers pay the most at $6,234 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,740
Premium estimates broken down by type of coverage:
Prices include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 U.S. states and Model S trim levels.
Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage
For an average driver, insurance rates for a Tesla Model S go from the cheapest price of $438 for just liability insurance to a high of $3,788 for a policy for a high-risk driver.
Insurance Price Range by Location
Where you live can make a big difference on the price of auto insurance. More rural locations are statistically proven to have more infrequent comprehensive and collision claims than larger metro areas.
The diagram below illustrates the effect of geographic area on insurance prices.
These rate differences highlight why it is important to compare prices for a targeted area and their own driving history, instead of making a decision based on price averages.
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More Rate Details
The chart below breaks down estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $965
- Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $1,466 every year
- The average price for a 40-year-old good driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,740
- Choosing low $100 deductibles for physical damage coverage increases the price to $2,278
- High-risk insureds with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $3,788 or more
- An auto insurance policy to insure a 16-year-old driver can cost as much as $6,234 or more
Insurance prices for a Tesla Model S also have a wide range based on physical damage deductibles and liability limits, your driving characteristics, and the model year and trim level.
Choosing high deductibles could cut prices by as much as $820 annually, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Changing from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $351 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Older drivers with no violations or accidents and higher deductibles may pay as low as $1,600 a year, or $133 per month, for full coverage. Prices are highest for drivers in their teens, since even excellent drivers should be prepared to pay at least $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few violations or you were responsible for an accident, you are likely paying $2,100 to $2,800 additional annually, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can be from 45% to 135% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Where you choose to live has a huge impact on Tesla Model S insurance prices. A driver around age 40 might see prices as low as $1,340 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or as much as $2,480 on average in Louisiana, New York, and Michigan.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,572 | -$168 | -9.7% |
| Alaska | $1,336 | -$404 | -23.2% |
| Arizona | $1,444 | -$296 | -17.0% |
| Arkansas | $1,740 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,984 | $244 | 14.0% |
| Colorado | $1,662 | -$78 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,788 | $48 | 2.8% |
| Delaware | $1,968 | $228 | 13.1% |
| Florida | $2,174 | $434 | 24.9% |
| Georgia | $1,610 | -$130 | -7.5% |
| Hawaii | $1,250 | -$490 | -28.2% |
| Idaho | $1,180 | -$560 | -32.2% |
| Illinois | $1,298 | -$442 | -25.4% |
| Indiana | $1,312 | -$428 | -24.6% |
| Iowa | $1,174 | -$566 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $1,654 | -$86 | -4.9% |
| Kentucky | $2,376 | $636 | 36.6% |
| Louisiana | $2,576 | $836 | 48.0% |
| Maine | $1,076 | -$664 | -38.2% |
| Maryland | $1,436 | -$304 | -17.5% |
| Massachusetts | $1,390 | -$350 | -20.1% |
| Michigan | $3,022 | $1,282 | 73.7% |
| Minnesota | $1,460 | -$280 | -16.1% |
| Mississippi | $2,084 | $344 | 19.8% |
| Missouri | $1,546 | -$194 | -11.1% |
| Montana | $1,870 | $130 | 7.5% |
| Nebraska | $1,370 | -$370 | -21.3% |
| Nevada | $2,088 | $348 | 20.0% |
| New Hampshire | $1,256 | -$484 | -27.8% |
| New Jersey | $1,946 | $206 | 11.8% |
| New Mexico | $1,540 | -$200 | -11.5% |
| New York | $1,832 | $92 | 5.3% |
| North Carolina | $1,002 | -$738 | -42.4% |
| North Dakota | $1,426 | -$314 | -18.0% |
| Ohio | $1,200 | -$540 | -31.0% |
| Oklahoma | $1,786 | $46 | 2.6% |
| Oregon | $1,594 | -$146 | -8.4% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,658 | -$82 | -4.7% |
| Rhode Island | $2,322 | $582 | 33.4% |
| South Carolina | $1,578 | -$162 | -9.3% |
| South Dakota | $1,468 | -$272 | -15.6% |
| Tennessee | $1,524 | -$216 | -12.4% |
| Texas | $2,098 | $358 | 20.6% |
| Utah | $1,290 | -$450 | -25.9% |
| Vermont | $1,190 | -$550 | -31.6% |
| Virginia | $1,042 | -$698 | -40.1% |
| Washington | $1,344 | -$396 | -22.8% |
| West Virginia | $1,596 | -$144 | -8.3% |
| Wisconsin | $1,204 | -$536 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,550 | -$190 | -10.9% |
With such a large range in prices, the best way to figure out which insurance company is cheapest is to get quotes from multiple companies. Each insurance company uses a different rate calculation, and prices will be substantially different.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tesla Model S | $532 | $1,130 | $338 | $2,136 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S | $514 | $1,104 | $354 | $2,108 |
| 2022 Tesla Model S | $496 | $1,058 | $364 | $2,054 |
| 2021 Tesla Model S | $470 | $1,020 | $376 | $2,002 |
| 2020 Tesla Model S | $452 | $946 | $384 | $1,918 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S | $432 | $892 | $388 | $1,848 |
| 2018 Tesla Model S | $414 | $800 | $390 | $1,740 |
| 2017 Tesla Model S | $388 | $736 | $390 | $1,650 |
| 2016 Tesla Model S | $374 | $690 | $394 | $1,594 |
| 2014 Tesla Model S | $338 | $598 | $402 | $1,474 |
| 2013 Tesla Model S | $330 | $542 | $406 | $1,414 |
| 2012 Tesla Model S | $306 | $496 | $402 | $1,340 |
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 Shop for the Right Tesla Model S Insurance
Finding better rates on insurance for a Tesla Model S requires being safe and accident-free, having above-average credit, refrain from filing small claims, and maximizing policy discounts. Take the time to compare rates every year by requesting rates from direct car insurance companies, and also from local insurance agencies.
Below you'll find a quick rundown of the coverage data covered in the above illustrations.
- You may be able to save approximately $220 per year simply by quoting early and online
- Increasing policy deductibles could save as much as $800 each year
- Youthful drivers are expensive to insure, with the cost nearing $520 per month if full coverage is included
- Drivers considered higher risk with reckless driving or DUI convictions may have to pay on average $2,050 more annually than a low-risk driver
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $6,234 |
| 20 | $4,028 |
| 30 | $1,838 |
| 40 | $1,740 |
| 50 | $1,588 |
| 60 | $1,560 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $2,278 |
| $250 | $2,028 |
| $500 | $1,740 |
| $1,000 | $1,466 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,740 |
| 50/100 | $1,818 |
| 100/300 | $1,916 |
| 250/500 | $2,169 |
| 100 CSL | $1,857 |
| 300 CSL | $2,072 |
| 500 CSL | $2,228 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $8,982 |
| 20 | $6,420 |
| 30 | $3,898 |
| 40 | $3,788 |
| 50 | $3,610 |
| 60 | $3,578 |
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 | $96 |
| Multi-vehicle | $91 |
| Homeowner | $24 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $140 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $116 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $88 |
| Advance Quote | $92 |
| Online Quote | $128 |
| Total Discounts | $775 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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