NerdWallet’s guide on how to compare car insurance rates from insurers like Geico, Progressive and State Farm, plus regional car insurance companies.
What to know first ; 18-year-old drivers on their own policy pay the highest car insurance premiums out of the age groups Bankrate analyzed. ; The most significant difference in premiums by gender occurs at age 18. On average, 18-year-old males cost 15 percent more to insure than their female counterparts. ; As drivers age, the difference in premium between genders narrows. At age 50, for instance, males only pay $8 more on average per year for full coverage than 50-year-old females.
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Key takeaways ; Average car insurance rates are $2,314 for full coverage and $644 for minimum coverage. ; Experts recommend comparing quotes with the same coverage limits from at least three carriers to find the best fit for your risk profile. ; Drivers under 25 or over 70 and those with violations or accidents tend to pay higher premiums based on insurer risk calculations. ; To request quotes, you’ll need your driver’s license number and vehicle identification number handy, along with information about your driving habits and any recent tickets.
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Company, Avg. Monthly Premium, Avg. 6 Mo. Premium ; USAA, $114, $683 ; Nationwide, $123, $738 ; GEICO, $129, $771