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U.S. average insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,588 a year including full coverage. Comprehensive costs around $344 a year, collision insurance costs $724, and liability insurance is $384. Liability-only coverage costs around $432 a year, and high-risk coverage costs around $3,470. 16-year-old drivers pay the highest rates at up to $5,792 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,588

Price estimates for individual coverage:

Comprehensive $344
Collision $724
Liability $384

These estimates include $500 policy deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Estimates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range from Low to High

For a driver in their 40's, Tesla Model 3 insurance prices range from as low as $432 for just liability insurance to a high of $3,470 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.

Liability Only $432
Full Coverage $1,588
High Risk $3,470

Geographic Price Range

Choosing to live in a large city has a significant impact on the price of insurance. Areas with sparse population have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than congested cities. The diagram below illustrates how location helps determine auto insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,191
Small Cities $1,667
Large Cities $2,144

The ranges above highlight why it is important to compare rates quotes for a specific zip code and risk profile, rather than relying on rate averages.

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More Rate Details

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

  • The best full coverage rate is $881
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save about $1,346 every year
  • The average rate for the average middle-age driver using $500 deductibles is $1,588
  • Buying low $100 deductibles will increase the cost to $2,062
  • Higher-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay at least $3,470
  • The price for full coverage for a teen driver can be $5,792

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Tesla Model 3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from $881 to $5,792 for full coverage

Auto insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are also quite variable based on your driving record, the model of your Model 3, and deductibles and policy limits.

Older drivers with a good driving record and high deductibles could pay as little as $1,500 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Prices are highest for teenage drivers, where even good drivers will have to pay as much as $5,700 a year. View Rates by Age

The state you live in also has a big influence on Tesla Model 3 insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find prices as low as $1,220 a year in states like Missouri, New Hampshire, and Vermont, or at least $2,260 on average in Michigan, New York, and Louisiana.

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,434 -$154 -9.7%
Alaska $1,216 -$372 -23.4%
Arizona $1,316 -$272 -17.1%
Arkansas $1,588 -$0 0.0%
California $1,810 $222 14.0%
Colorado $1,514 -$74 -4.7%
Connecticut $1,628 $40 2.5%
Delaware $1,794 $206 13.0%
Florida $1,982 $394 24.8%
Georgia $1,466 -$122 -7.7%
Hawaii $1,142 -$446 -28.1%
Idaho $1,076 -$512 -32.2%
Illinois $1,180 -$408 -25.7%
Indiana $1,198 -$390 -24.6%
Iowa $1,070 -$518 -32.6%
Kansas $1,506 -$82 -5.2%
Kentucky $2,164 $576 36.3%
Louisiana $2,348 $760 47.9%
Maine $978 -$610 -38.4%
Maryland $1,308 -$280 -17.6%
Massachusetts $1,266 -$322 -20.3%
Michigan $2,754 $1,166 73.4%
Minnesota $1,330 -$258 -16.2%
Mississippi $1,902 $314 19.8%
Missouri $1,408 -$180 -11.3%
Montana $1,704 $116 7.3%
Nebraska $1,250 -$338 -21.3%
Nevada $1,904 $316 19.9%
New Hampshire $1,144 -$444 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,774 $186 11.7%
New Mexico $1,404 -$184 -11.6%
New York $1,672 $84 5.3%
North Carolina $912 -$676 -42.6%
North Dakota $1,300 -$288 -18.1%
Ohio $1,092 -$496 -31.2%
Oklahoma $1,628 $40 2.5%
Oregon $1,454 -$134 -8.4%
Pennsylvania $1,512 -$76 -4.8%
Rhode Island $2,116 $528 33.2%
South Carolina $1,438 -$150 -9.4%
South Dakota $1,338 -$250 -15.7%
Tennessee $1,388 -$200 -12.6%
Texas $1,912 $324 20.4%
Utah $1,176 -$412 -25.9%
Vermont $1,084 -$504 -31.7%
Virginia $950 -$638 -40.2%
Washington $1,224 -$364 -22.9%
West Virginia $1,456 -$132 -8.3%
Wisconsin $1,096 -$492 -31.0%
Wyoming $1,414 -$174 -11.0%

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Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city

Opting for high physical damage deductibles can reduce prices by up to $720 each year, while buying higher liability limits will increase prices. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $345 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have some driving violations or tend to cause accidents, you are likely paying at least $1,900 to $2,600 in extra premium each year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy is expensive and can cost anywhere from 45% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Tesla Model 3 $424 $870 $332 $1,762
2023 Tesla Model 3 $406 $864 $338 $1,744
2022 Tesla Model 3 $394 $842 $354 $1,726
2021 Tesla Model 3 $380 $808 $364 $1,688
2020 Tesla Model 3 $358 $780 $376 $1,650
2019 Tesla Model 3 $344 $724 $384 $1,588
2018 Tesla Model 3 $332 $680 $388 $1,536

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 Find Cheap Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Getting lower rates on Tesla Model 3 insurance consists of being a good driver, having good credit, being claim-free, and possibly raising deductibles. Invest time comparing rates at least once a year by requesting rates from direct car insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from several local insurance agents.

The following list is a brief summary of the primary concepts that were covered in the charts and tables above.

  • You may be able to save up to $200 per year just by quoting early and online
  • High-risk drivers that tend to have accidents or serious violations pay on average $1,880 more every year than a safer driver
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles can save around $725 each year
  • Drivers age 16 to 20 are expensive to insure, possibly costing $483 a month if they have full coverage

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $5,792
20 $3,702
30 $1,668
40 $1,588
50 $1,450
60 $1,424

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,062
$250 $1,840
$500 $1,588
$1,000 $1,346

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,588
50/100 $1,665
100/300 $1,761
250/500 $2,010
100 CSL $1,703
300 CSL $1,914
500 CSL $2,068

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,330
20 $5,900
30 $3,560
40 $3,470
50 $3,308
60 $3,280

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 $231

Potential Rate Discounts

If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $87
Multi-vehicle $85
Homeowner $22
5-yr Accident Free $127
5-yr Claim Free $106
Paid in Full/EFT $80
Advance Quote $84
Online Quote $116
Total Discounts $707
Rate after discounts $881

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

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