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U.S. average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,848 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs on average $432, collision insurance costs $892, and liability costs $388. A policy with just liability insurance costs as little as $434 a year, and coverage for high-risk drivers costs $4,036 or more. 16-year-old drivers pay the highest rates at up to $6,602 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,848

Price estimates by individual coverage:

Comprehensive $432
Collision $892
Liability $388

These estimates include $500 deductible amounts, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes uninsured motorist and medical coverage. Estimates are averaged for all states and for different Model S trim levels.

Price Range from Low to High

For a 40-year-old driver, Tesla Model S insurance prices range from as cheap as $434 for the bare minimum liability coverage to a much higher rate of $4,036 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

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

Geographic Price Range

Your location can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Rural areas have fewer accident claims than congested cities. The price range example below illustrates how your location can change car insurance rates.

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

The ranges above show why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates based on a specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on rate averages.

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Additional Rate Information

The chart below shows average Tesla Model S insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The best full coverage rate is $1,014
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay around $298 a year
  • The estimated rate for the average middle-age driver with $500 deductibles is $1,848
  • Buying more expensive low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance costs an additional $590 annually
  • Drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay upwards of $4,036
  • The price with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver with full coverage may cost $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

Insurance prices for a Tesla Model S are also quite variable based on the trim level and model year, your driver profile, and policy deductibles and limits.

An older driver with a clean driving record and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,700 per year on average for full coverage. Prices are highest for teenage drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they can expect to pay upwards of $6,600 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have some driving violations or you caused a few accidents, you could be paying at a minimum $2,200 to $3,000 extra each year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can cost from 45% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could save up to $890 annually, while increasing your policy's liability limits will cost you more. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $349 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

The state you live in makes a big difference in Tesla Model S insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,220 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or at least $2,630 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.

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 Cheap Tesla Model S Insurance

Getting lower rates on insurance for a Tesla Model S not only requires having a good driving record, but also having a good credit history, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and determing if full coverage is necessary. Invest the time to shop around at every other renewal by quoting rates from direct carriers like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local insurance agents.

The next list is a brief summary of the concepts that were illustrated above.

  • Drivers considered higher risk that tend to have accidents or serious violations may be required to pay an average of $2,190 more each year to buy Tesla Model S insurance
  • Drivers age 20 and younger pay the highest prices, with premiums as much as $550 a month including comprehensive and collision insurance
  • Drivers can save as much as $240 per year just by shopping early and online
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles could save up to $900 each year
  • Drivers can save as much as $240 per year just by shopping early and online

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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