Best Car Insurance Companies for Teenagers (2025)
Auto-Owners and GEICO are the best national insurers for teen drivers, while COUNTRY Financial and NJM are top regional insurers.
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Car insurance for teen drivers costs more than coverage for any other age group. Nationally, teen car insurance averages $373 per month for full coverage and $105 monthly for liability-only insurance, Insurify data shows. By comparison, the national monthly averages for drivers of all ages are $195 and $105, respectively.
Insurers charge more to cover teenagers because young drivers have a greater risk of getting into an accident.[1] But teen drivers can lower their rates by taking approved driver safety courses, choosing a lower-value car with safety features, and staying on their parents’ insurance policy. It’s also important for teen drivers and their parents to compare rates from multiple auto insurance companies.
Quick Facts
On average, teen drivers pay $373 per month for full coverage and $201 for liability-only car insurance.
It’s generally cheaper for teen drivers to stay on their parents’ auto insurance rather than buy their own policies.
Discounts for taking driver’s education courses and for students away at college can help families reduce the cost of insuring a teen driver.
Cheapest car insurance for teenagers
Overall, COUNTRY Financial offers the cheapest rates for teen drivers, with full-coverage rates as low as $43 per month and $19 per month for minimum-coverage policies. But the insurer offers auto coverage in just 19 states, so it won’t work for everyone. National insurers Auto-Owners and GEICO offer the best combination of wide availability and the cheapest rates for teens.
The following table illustrates average monthly rates from top insurers for teen drivers buying their own insurance policies.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Thursday, May 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company  | Full Coverage | Liability Only |
|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY Financial | $43 | $19 |
| NJM | $72 | $46 |
| Auto-Owners | $114 | $53 |
| Root | $163 | $95 |
| Erie | $167 | $100 |
| USAA | $172 | $83 |
| CSAA | $197 | $126 |
| Mile Auto | $201 | $125 |
| State Farm | $218 | $102 |
| Allstate | $261 | $123 |
| American Family | $273 | $127 |
| Progressive | $286 | $187 |
| Mercury | $304 | $166 |
| The General | $314 | $161 |
| Elephant | $331 | $223 |
| Safeco | $336 | $202 |
| Nationwide | $347 | $167 |
| Shelter | $359 | $209 |
| Direct Auto | $367 | $196 |
| The Hartford | $378 | $231 |
| Travelers | $380 | $183 |
| Clearcover | $380 | $246 |
| Dairyland | $393 | $143 |
| Bristol West | $400 | $191 |
| Amica | $402 | $246 |
| National General | $407 | $219 |
| 21st Century | $409 | $202 |
| Liberty Mutual | $427 | $299 |
| Farmers | $429 | $202 |
| Infinity | $458 | $315 |
| Commonwealth Casualty | $469 | $179 |
| GAINSCO | $494 | $227 |
| AssuranceAmerica | $525 | $289 |
| Chubb | $529 | $264 |
| State Auto | $610 | $305 |
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers and quote estimates from Quadrant Information Services. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Cheapest recent rates
Drivers using Insurify have found quotes as cheap as $37/mo for liability only and $49/mo for full coverage.
*Quotes generated for Insurify users within the last 10 days. Last updated on May 28, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Rates shown are real-time Insurify user quotes from 120+ insurance companies and Quadrant Information Services data. Insurify’s algorithm excludes anomalous quotes and anonymizes personal details, then displays refined quotes by price, date, and insurer popularity up to 10 days ago from May 28, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
*Quotes generated for Insurify users within the last 10 days. Last updated on May 28, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Rates shown are real-time Insurify user quotes from 120+ insurance companies and Quadrant Information Services data. Insurify’s algorithm excludes anomalous quotes and anonymizes personal details, then displays refined quotes by price, date, and insurer popularity up to 10 days ago from May 28, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Best car insurance companies for teenagers
To determine which car insurance companies are the best for teens, Insurify’s data team considered three main factors: cost, safety, and availability. To start, we looked at which insurance companies charge the least for teen drivers. All these insurers offer discounts for teens or young adult drivers, and many discounts encourage good grades and driving behavior.
We also included auto insurance companies that provide resources to help teens develop better driving habits and offer discounts to teens who pursue driving education. Finally, we considered the number of states an insurer operates in. Regional insurers typically offer the same coverages and discounts as national companies and may have lower rates. But their limited availability means they won’t be a good fit for every family.
Here’s a closer look at some of the best car insurance companies for teenagers and what parents need to know about each option.
Insurance Company | Best for | Average Quote: Full Coverage | IQ Score The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores. |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEICO | Low rates, national coverage | $187 | 9.0 |
| COUNTRY Financial | Lowest rates overall | $43 | 8.8 |
| Hugo | On-demand coverage | N/A | 7.0 |
| USAA | Military families | $172 | 9.4 |
| Metromile | Low-mileage teens | $183 | 7.0 |
| State Farm | Building better driving skills | $218 | 9.3 |
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Our editorial team spent more than 350 hours developing the Insurify Quality (IQ) Score and scoring insurance companies. The IQ Score objectively analyzes and calculates a score for insurers using more than 15 crucial criteria. The team weighted criteria by importance to the consumer — factors such as customer reviews and affordability influence the score more than availability and third-party ratings.
We rate each company on a 1 to 10 scale based on five categories: financial ratings, customer satisfaction, affordability, customer support and transparency, and availability. Insurify updates ratings once a year or as more recent information becomes available.
- Third-party financial ratings: Insurify uses data from AM Best, S&P, Moody’s, and more to compare insurance companies’ credit and ability to pay out future claims.
- Customer satisfaction: To calculate this score, Insurify analyzed more than 55,000 customer reviews across 155 car insurance companies. We also consider third-party ratings from J.D. Power, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, and Trustpilot.
- Affordability: Our data scientists analyzed more than 90 million real-time auto insurance rates from our partners across the U.S., as well as available discounts, to calculate an affordability score.
- Customer support and transparency: This measures coverage options, ease of claims filing, and the insurer's transparency surrounding discounts, coverages, and claims process.
- Availability and reach: Insurify scores availability and reach by identifying the number of states in which insurers offer coverage and company size by market share.
GEICO: Best for low rates and national availability
| User Reviews | 4.0 |
|---|---|
| IQ Score The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores. | 9 /10 |
| Liability Only Liability-only insurance, sometimes called minimum-coverage insurance, pays for bodily injury and property damage to others in an accident the policyholder causes. It does not pay for the insured’s own damages. | $148/mo |
| Full Coverage Full-coverage car insurance generally includes liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage, and may include other optional coverages such as uninsured motorist coverage. Collision covers a policyholder’s repair or replacement costs in case of an accident. Comprehensive covers damages caused by non-accident events. The average quote displayed here reflects policies with the following coverage limits: $50,000 bodily injury liability per person; $100,000 bodily injury liability per accident; $50,00 property damage liability per accident; $1,000 collision deductible; and a $1,000 comprehensive deductible. | $178/mo |
4.0
Best choiceBased on 11,909 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about GEICO
Customers appreciate the reliability and customer service but find the rates to be high and increase frequently, even without claims or accidents. The app has improved, but some find the claims process lacking.
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Best For
Teen drivers
Cheap rates
Accident forgiveness
How drivers feel about GEICO
Customers appreciate the reliability and customer service but find the rates to be high and increase frequently, even without claims or accidents. The app has improved, but some find the claims process lacking.
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Best For
Teen drivers
Cheap rates
Accident forgiveness
Reviews (6,412)
Karen
May 25, 2025
Verified Review
Geico is number 1 in my book
Any dealings I have had with Geico have been excellent, so I am pleased with Geico.
Destiny
May 24, 2025
Verified Review
Great Insurance
Geico is great to deal with and has good reviews.
Carla
May 19, 2025
Verified Review
Perfect record, but keeps costing more.
Good through the years, but the cost keeps increasing.
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
835NAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
0.74A.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
A++Why we picked this company
Among the nationally available companies Insurify reviewed, GEICO offers the lowest rates for teen drivers.
If you’re not able to find lower rates from a regional insurer in your area, GEICO is a solid choice for its low rates, strong AM Best financial strength rating, and lower-than-average number of complaints on the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) complaint index. Owned by Berkshire Hathaway, GEICO is the third-largest U.S. auto insurer by market share.[2]
Pros
National availability and competitive rates for teens
Good student and good driver discounts
Robust mobile app
Cons
Gap insurance not available
Few local agents
Rates can be high for drivers with traffic violations
COUNTRY Financial: Best for lowest rates overall
| User Reviews | 3.6 |
|---|---|
| IQ Score The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores. | 8.8 /10 |
| Liability Only Liability-only insurance, sometimes called minimum-coverage insurance, pays for bodily injury and property damage to others in an accident the policyholder causes. It does not pay for the insured’s own damages. | $16/mo |
| Full Coverage Full-coverage car insurance generally includes liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage, and may include other optional coverages such as uninsured motorist coverage. Collision covers a policyholder’s repair or replacement costs in case of an accident. Comprehensive covers damages caused by non-accident events. The average quote displayed here reflects policies with the following coverage limits: $50,000 bodily injury liability per person; $100,000 bodily injury liability per accident; $50,00 property damage liability per accident; $1,000 collision deductible; and a $1,000 comprehensive deductible. | $36/mo |
3.6
A solid optionBased on 48 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about Country Financial
Customers appreciate the prompt claims service and personal touch but are frustrated by the constant rate increases and lack of discounts.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Cheap rates
Good claims process
High customer satisfaction
How drivers feel about Country Financial
Customers appreciate the prompt claims service and personal touch but are frustrated by the constant rate increases and lack of discounts.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Cheap rates
Good claims process
High customer satisfaction
Reviews (30)
Nan
March 30, 2025
Verified Review
Good
I would like my representative to return my calls. My coverage has been average.
Donna
March 12, 2025
Verified Review
Ok
The policy is good, but it's too pricey.
Ida-Marie F
December 16, 2024
Verified Review
Good Company
They are honorable and pay our claims promptly.
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
868NAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
1.2A.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
A+Why we picked this company
COUNTRY Financial consistently offers some of the lowest rates for all types of drivers, including teenagers. It’s a good option if you live in one of the 19 states where it sells auto coverage: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Washington, and Wisconsin. COUNTRY Financial has an A+ financial strength rating from AM Best, indicating it’s well-positioned to pay claims. And it scored 894 (out of 1,000) for overall customer satisfaction in J.D. Power’s 2023 U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study.
Pros
Lowest overall rates for teen drivers
High customer satisfaction
Cons
Available in only 19 states
No gap insurance available
Hugo: Best for on-demand coverage
| User Reviews | 4.1 |
|---|---|
| IQ Score The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores. | 7 /10 |
| Liability Only Liability-only insurance, sometimes called minimum-coverage insurance, pays for bodily injury and property damage to others in an accident the policyholder causes. It does not pay for the insured’s own damages. | $208/mo |
4.1
Best choiceBased on 145 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about Hugo
Drivers appreciate the pay-as-you-go option and affordability but dislike the lack of full coverage and poor customer service.
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Best For
Micropayments
No down payments
Fast coverage
How drivers feel about Hugo
Drivers appreciate the pay-as-you-go option and affordability but dislike the lack of full coverage and poor customer service.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Micropayments
No down payments
Fast coverage
Reviews (57)
Andrea
April 15, 2025
Verified Review
Excellent
Hugo is awesome.
Donna
April 2, 2025
Verified Review
No Thanks
In my experience, Hugo is an option for people who are struggling. However, it seems to exploit those who are struggling because the insurance only covers the minimum requirements. This means that the policyholder will be fully responsible and have to pay out of pocket for anything that goes wrong with the vehicle.
Rebekah
March 18, 2025
Verified Review
Never Able to Speak with Customer Service, So I Switched!
I was never able to speak with someone, so I switched!
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
NRNAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
NRA.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
NRWhy we picked this company
If your teen doesn’t drive often, and your insurance situation is flexible, Hugo may be an option. Hugo sells car insurance in increments as short as three days up to six full months. To secure coverage, you'll need to open an account and deposit funds, then select your policy term. Keep in mind, though, that Hugo only sells liability coverage policies at state-minimum levels, so you can't use it if you need full coverage or want higher liability limits.
Pros
Short-term policies available for most drivers
No down payment required
Micro-payments available
Cons
Available in only 13 states
Only offers state-minimum liability policies
No available discounts
USAA: Best for military families
| User Reviews | 4.9 |
|---|---|
| IQ Score The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores. | 9.4 /10 |
| Liability Only Liability-only insurance, sometimes called minimum-coverage insurance, pays for bodily injury and property damage to others in an accident the policyholder causes. It does not pay for the insured’s own damages. | $47/mo |
| Full Coverage Full-coverage car insurance generally includes liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage, and may include other optional coverages such as uninsured motorist coverage. Collision covers a policyholder’s repair or replacement costs in case of an accident. Comprehensive covers damages caused by non-accident events. The average quote displayed here reflects policies with the following coverage limits: $50,000 bodily injury liability per person; $100,000 bodily injury liability per accident; $50,00 property damage liability per accident; $1,000 collision deductible; and a $1,000 comprehensive deductible. | $98/mo |
4.9
Best choiceBased on 2,078 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about USAA
Customers appreciate the insurer’s reliable customer service and claim handling but express concerns about high rates and frequent price increases. Some also find the insurer’s security protocols and communication methods frustrating.
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Best For
Members of the military community
Outstanding customer service
Competitive rates
How drivers feel about USAA
Customers appreciate the insurer’s reliable customer service and claim handling but express concerns about high rates and frequent price increases. Some also find the insurer’s security protocols and communication methods frustrating.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Members of the military community
Outstanding customer service
Competitive rates
Reviews (1,185)
Bobby
May 25, 2025
Verified Review
USAA Review
Difficult to reach.
John
May 23, 2025
Verified Review
Cost too much
Increased prices too much recently.
Rosemarie
May 16, 2025
Verified Review
Fair
More reasonable prices.
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
880NAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
1.35A.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
A++Why we picked this company
Teen drivers with one or both parents in the military may find low rates, good customer service, and teen-friendly discounts with USAA. In addition to savings for being a good student discount and covering multiple cars, USAA offers the MyUSAA legacy discount for first-time policy buyers whose parents also have a policy with USAA.[3]
Pros
Highly rated for customer service
Competitive rates
Teen-friendly discounts
Cons
Only available to active-duty military members, veterans, and their immediate family
No 24/7 customer phone support
Gap coverage not available
Metromile: Best for low-mileage teen drivers
| User Reviews | 3.8 |
|---|---|
| IQ Score The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores. | NR |
3.8
A solid optionBased on 87 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about Metromile
Drivers value the pay-per-mile concept, find the service user-friendly, and appreciate the initial low cost. But they dislike the frequent rate increases and difficult communication.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Low-mileage drivers
Pay-as-you go car insurance
Robust mobile app
How drivers feel about Metromile
Drivers value the pay-per-mile concept, find the service user-friendly, and appreciate the initial low cost. But they dislike the frequent rate increases and difficult communication.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Low-mileage drivers
Pay-as-you go car insurance
Robust mobile app
Reviews (54)
Mary
May 11, 2025
Verified Review
Lost Faith in Metromile
Metromile was great for 7 years. Now they have merged with another company and stopped monitoring my mileage with the Pulse device, which made it so easy.
Michael
May 4, 2025
Verified Review
My experience as a Metromile customer
Rates are good for older models, especially if you don't drive the vehicle much. If your mileage is average, what you'll be paying is about what you'd pay to a standard insurance carrier.
Kathy
April 27, 2025
Verified Review
Mediocre
It's gotten expensive. Base mileage is 8 cents per mile. No decent discounts for being an excellent driver.
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
NRNAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
3.25A.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
NRWhy we picked this company
Metromile’s pay-per-mile car insurance uses a telematics device to track actual miles driven and base premiums on monthly mileage. Low-mileage drivers can realize significant savings by only paying for the miles they actually drive each month.
Just like standard insurance companies, Metromile offers liability-only coverage, full coverage, and optional coverages like roadside assistance and glass repair.
Pros
Pay-per-mile cost could help low-mileage drivers save
Robust mobile app for tracking insurance costs
Pet injury protection included in most full-coverage policies
Cons
Available in only eight states
Much higher-than-average number of complaints with the NAIC
Trustpilot rating of just 1.7 stars (out of 5)
State Farm: Best for building better driving skills
| User Reviews | 4.1 |
|---|---|
| IQ Score The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores. | 9.3 /10 |
| Liability Only Liability-only insurance, sometimes called minimum-coverage insurance, pays for bodily injury and property damage to others in an accident the policyholder causes. It does not pay for the insured’s own damages. | $55/mo |
| Full Coverage Full-coverage car insurance generally includes liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage, and may include other optional coverages such as uninsured motorist coverage. Collision covers a policyholder’s repair or replacement costs in case of an accident. Comprehensive covers damages caused by non-accident events. The average quote displayed here reflects policies with the following coverage limits: $50,000 bodily injury liability per person; $100,000 bodily injury liability per accident; $50,00 property damage liability per accident; $1,000 collision deductible; and a $1,000 comprehensive deductible. | $117/mo |
4.1
Best choiceBased on 11,147 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about State Farm
Customers appreciate the insurer’s excellent customer service and personal attention but dislike the high prices and frequent rate increases. They also express frustration with the claims process.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Customer service
Competitive rates
Discounts for safe drivers
How drivers feel about State Farm
Customers appreciate the insurer’s excellent customer service and personal attention but dislike the high prices and frequent rate increases. They also express frustration with the claims process.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Customer service
Competitive rates
Discounts for safe drivers
Reviews (6,007)
Florinda
May 26, 2025
Verified Review
Too much
Extremely high insurance premiums. I’m looking for something much lower than $150.
Karon
May 25, 2025
Verified Review
Lousy customer service
I was told 6 weeks ago that I had a refund coming when I switched from a homeowner's policy to a renter's policy. I never received the check. Now it's another 3 weeks before they can re-issue the check. I applied for a re-rate three weeks ago on my auto policy, as I am paying over $100 a month for driving less than 50 miles a week. I still haven't received a reply to that application.
Peggy
May 25, 2025
Verified Review
Mediocre
Addresses concerns quickly, but rates keep going up.
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
842NAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
0.78A.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
A++Why we picked this company
Teen drivers using State Farm’s Drive Safe & Save mobile app can potentially save up to 30% while learning how to drive more safely. If those good driving habits stick, drivers younger than 25 who haven’t been involved in any at-fault accidents or incurred any moving violations within the past three years can save as much as 15% with State Farm’s Steer Clear program.[2]
Another convenient and cost-saving feature State Farm offers drivers is a student-away-at-school discount. If your child is away at college and only drives their car during school vacations and holidays, you can save on your policy.
Pros
High customer satisfaction rates
Potential rewards for good driving
Competitive rates with national availability
Cons
Gap insurance not available
Can’t buy a policy online — must go through a local agent
Mixed online customer reviews
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How much coverage do teen drivers need?
All states except New Hampshire require drivers to have a minimum amount of liability car insurance — so you’ll definitely need to buy at least that much. Liability car insurance pays for injuries and property damage to other parties in an accident you cause.
You can check with an insurance agent or your state’s motor vehicles department to find out your state’s minimum requirements.
If you lease or finance your vehicle, you’ll also need to buy full-coverage car insurance, which includes liability, comprehensive coverage, and collision coverage. Lenders and leasing companies require full coverage because it protects their investment in your vehicle. For example, if you cause an accident that totals your car, your insurance company will pay your lender the actual cash value of your vehicle.
And, because the actual cash value of your vehicle might be less than what you still owe on your auto loan, gap insurance can be a good idea. Gap insurance can pay any difference between what your auto insurer pays and your loan or lease balance.
Adding a teen to a parent’s policy vs. their own policy
Most teens start out driving on their parents’ car insurance policies. It’s illegal for anyone younger than 18 to buy an insurance policy without the written consent of a parent or guardian, so it’s typically easier to add a teen to an existing policy. And it’s generally cheaper for a teenager to stay on a parent’s policy than to buy their own.
Adding a teen to an adult’s policy will increase the premium, but not as much as the teen would pay for a policy of their own. Teen drivers on their parents’ policies can benefit from the adults’ good driving history, good credit, and lower risk profile.
The following table illustrates the cost differences for teen drivers on their own policy vs. being added to a parent’s policy. Adults with no teen on their policy pay the least in the table, and their rates increase when they add a teen. But the difference between their policy costs with a teen driver and without one is just $139 — $45 less per month than the teen would pay for their own, independent policy.
Drivers | Liability Only | Full Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Two parents + a teen driver | $296 | $599 |
| Two parents | $157 | $316 |
| Teen driver on their own policy | $184 | $372 |
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Editor Insights
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Evelyn Pimplaskar
Editor-in-Chief, Director of Content, Insurify
Adding my 17-year-old son to my car insurance more than doubled my annual premium. After he had an at-fault accident that totaled the car, our premium quadrupled.
I shopped around for a better rate and found it with an insurance company that specializes in covering high-risk drivers. My husband’s and my excellent credit, clean driving records, and great payment history offset the negative effect of having a teenage driver on our policy.
How to get cheaper car insurance for teenagers
Teen drivers and their parents can take steps to reduce their car insurance costs, including:
Compare rates from multiple insurers. Insurance rates can vary between companies. Comparing multiple quotes is the best way to find the coverage you need at a price you can afford.
Learn to drive safely. Many insurers offer discounts for teen (and adult) drivers who complete approved driver-safety courses.
Lean into discounts. Most insurance companies offer multiple discounts that can help families with teen drivers save, such as good student discounts, multi-vehicle discounts, bundling (home and auto) discounts, and more.
Choose the right vehicle. The year, make, model, and safety features of your vehicle affect car insurance rates. Pick a lower-value, reliable, and safe vehicle for your teen driver. Be sure your insurer assigns your teen to the least expensive car on your policy.
Consider adjusting your deductibles. If you have full-coverage car insurance, raising your collision and comprehensive deductibles will reduce your monthly premium. Just be sure you can afford to cover the deductible amount out of pocket in case of an at-fault accident.
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Car insurance discounts for teenagers
Many different auto insurance discounts are available for teenagers and their families. The following table shows some examples of discounts popular auto insurers offer.
Discount | How to Be Eligible | Savings | Companies That Offer It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good student | Earn a certain GPA or meet other academic standards | 20%–25% | SafeAuto, USAA, Auto-Owners |
| Multi-vehicle | Insure multiple vehicles on one policy | 7%–25% | USAA, State Farm, COUNTRY Financial |
| New-car | Drive a vehicle no more than 3 years old | 10%–15% | GEICO, USAA, Allstate |
| Defensive driving course | Complete an approved driver education course | 5% | GEICO, State Farm, COUNTRY Financial |
How age affects car insurance rates
Age is a significant factor in determining auto insurance premiums. Companies consider younger drivers riskier to insure due to their lack of experience on the road, tendency to be easily distracted, and higher accident frequency — all factors that increase their likelihood of filing a claim.
As young drivers mature and gain experience, their car insurance rates tend to fall. Rates start to climb again around age 70, when age-related issues like vision and mobility challenges can put drivers at higher risk of accidents.
Rates by Age
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Car insurance for teens FAQs
Insuring a teenage driver can be expensive, so it’s a smart idea to learn as much as you can about the best and cheapest car insurance for teen drivers. Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about teenagers and car insurance.
Why is car insurance for teens so expensive?
Car insurance companies charge more for teenage drivers due to the higher risk that teens will get into an accident that results in a claim. Young drivers are more likely to drive without a seat belt, text while driving, speed, and be involved in a fatal crash.
What car insurance company is the cheapest for teenagers?
COUNTRY Financial offers the lowest car insurance rates for teen drivers, with full coverage as low as $43 per month. GEICO is the national insurer with the cheapest rates for teen drivers.
Does adding a teenage boy cost more than adding a teenage girl?
While adding a teen driver to a parent’s policy is the cheapest way to insure them, it does cost more to insure a teenage boy. Teen boys are much more likely to be involved in fatal accidents than girls, more likely to speed, and more likely to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, according to CDC data.
How much does it cost to add a teen to your car insurance?
To better understand how much it can cost to add a teen to your car insurance policy, let’s look at the monthly cost of auto insurance for different family structures.
The following data is sourced from Insurify’s proprietary database:
Monthly cost of two parents plus a teen driver: $599 per month for full coverage, $296 for liability only
Monthly cost of two parents: $316 for full coverage, $157 for liability only
Monthly cost of teen driver on their own policy: $372 for full coverage, $184 for liability only
What are the cheapest cars to insure for first-time drivers?
The best cars for teen drivers have safety features that protect the vehicle’s occupants in case of a crash, and that can help lower car insurance costs. Putting teen drivers in lower-value vehicles, rather than high-value luxury models, can also help hold down premiums. Examples of good cars for teens include Honda Civic, Subaru Outback, and Nissan Pathfinder.
Methodology
Insurify data scientists analyzed more than 90 million quotes served to car insurance applicants in Insurify’s proprietary database to calculate the premium averages displayed on this page. These premiums are real quotes that come directly from Insurify’s 50+ partner insurance companies in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Quote averages represent the median price for a quote across the given coverage level, driver subset, and geographic area.
Unless otherwise specified, quoted rates reflect the average cost for drivers between 20 and 70 years old with a clean driving record and average or better credit (a credit score of 600 or higher).
Liability-only premium averages correspond to policies with the following coverage limits:
- Bodily injury limits between state-minimum rates and $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident
- Property damage limits between $10,000 and $50,000
- No additional coverage
- Comprehensive coverage with a $1,000 deductible
- Collision coverage with a $1,000 deductible
Quotes for Allstate, Farmers, GEICO, State Farm, and USAA are estimates based on Quadrant Information Services’ database of auto insurance rates.
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