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U.S. average insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,848 a year for full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $432, collision costs $892, and liability coverage costs $388. Liability-only insurance costs as little as $434 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing around $4,036. Teen drivers pay the highest rates at $6,602 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,848

Price estimates broken down by individual coverage:

Comprehensive $432
Collision $892
Liability $388

Includes $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability limits, and includes medical/PIP and uninsured motorist coverage. Estimates are averaged for all states and for different Model S trim levels.

Price Range from Low to High

For the average driver, Tesla Model S insurance prices go from as low as $434 for liability-only coverage to a much higher rate of $4,036 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.

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

Geographic Price Range

Your location has a large influence on insurance rates. More rural locations have a lower frequency of accident claims than larger metro areas.

The price range example below illustrates how location impacts insurance prices.

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 for a targeted area and risk profile, rather than using price averages.

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

Enter your zip code below to view companies based on your location that have cheap auto insurance rates.

Additional Charts and Tables

The chart below shows estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The lowest rate with discounts is $1,014
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay approximately $298 a year
  • The average rate for the average middle-age driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,848
  • Choosing more expensive low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will increase the cost to $2,438
  • High-risk insureds with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $4,036 or more
  • The price for full coverage for a teenage driver with full coverage can cost as much as $6,602 a year

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

Car insurance prices for a Tesla Model S are also quite variable based on your driving record, the trim level of your Model S, and liability limits and deductibles.

An older driver with no driving violations and high deductibles may only pay around $1,700 per year on average for full coverage. Prices are highest for teenage drivers, where even good drivers will be charged at least $6,600 a year. View Rates by Age

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

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

Choosing high deductibles could save up to $890 a year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will increase premiums. Going from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $349 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have some driving violations or tend to cause accidents, you could be paying $2,200 to $3,000 extra each year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can cost around 45% to 133% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates

Since prices can be so different, the only way to know which car insurance is cheapest is to compare prices and see how they stack up. Every company uses a different rate calculation, so rate quotes may be quite different from one company to the next.

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 Find the Cheapest Tesla Model S Insurance

Getting lower rates on auto insurance not only requires avoiding accidents and claims, but also having above-average credit, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and not having any coverage lapses. Spend time shopping around at every policy renewal by getting rate quotes from direct carriers like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local independent and exclusive agents.

The points below are a recap of the data touched on above.

  • Consumers who want increased liability limits will pay about $430 each year to go from a low limit to 250/500 limits
  • Drivers can save approximately $240 per year simply by shopping early and online
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles can save around $900 each year
  • Drivers under the age of 20 have the highest car insurance prices, with premiums as much as $550 a month if full coverage is included

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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