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Car Insurance in Des Moines, IA

The average cost of Iowa car insurance will vary from city to city and between insurance companies. Insurify analyzed the latest insurance rates in Des Moines, IA to find you the cheapest quotes in the area.

Quick Facts
  • The average cost of car insurance in Des Moines is $151 per month, or $1812 annually.

  • Car insurance in Des Moines is $9 more than the average cost of car insurance in Iowa.

  • The cheapest car insurance provider in Des Moines on average is Travelers, but you should always compare quotes to find your best personal rate.

Quotes by Top Companies

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Cheapest Car Insurance in Des Moines, IA

The cost of car insurance can vary depending on the insurance provider. That’s because every insurance provider values information like your driving history and your credit score a little bit differently. Although the following car insurance companies offer the cheapest auto insurance premiums on average, it’s always important to compare quotes. Use Insurify to find your best rate today!

Insurance Provider in Des MoinesQuotes
The car insurance quotes, statistics, and data visualizations on this page are derived from Insurify’s proprietary database of over 4 million car insurance applications from ZIP codes across the United States. Insurify’s data science team performs a comprehensive analysis of the various factors car insurance providers take into account while setting rates to provide readers insight into how car insurance quotes are priced.
Progressive$27 /mo
State Farm$39 /mo
Allstate$44 /mo
American Family$105 /mo
The General$135 /mo

Best Car Insurance in Des Moines, IA

The Insurify Composite Score is calculated by analyzing multiple factors that indicate the quality, reliability, and health of an insurance company. Inputs to the score include financial strength ratings from A.M. Best, Standard & Poor’s, Moody’s, and Fitch; J.D. Power ratings, Consumer Reports customer satisfaction surveys, mobile app reviews, and user-generated company reviews. The following are the top rated companies that offer car insurance in Des Moines. For the complete list, see Insurify's best car insurance companies .

Best CompaniesScoreQuotes
The car insurance quotes, statistics, and data visualizations on this page are derived from Insurify’s proprietary database of over 4 million car insurance applications from ZIP codes across the United States. Insurify’s data science team performs a comprehensive analysis of the various factors car insurance providers take into account while setting rates to provide readers insight into how car insurance quotes are priced.
American Family89$140 /mo
Safeco86$142 /mo
Liberty Mutual82$163 /mo
Travelers80$101 /mo

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Average Car Insurance Cost

Iowa Cities
Cedar Rapids$64/mo
Davenport$92/mo
Sioux City$85/mo
Iowa City$178/mo
Des Moines$70/mo
Iowa$98/mo
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Minimum Car Insurance Requirements in Iowa

All motor vehicles operated or parked on Iowa roadways are required to be insured. Proof of insurance must be carried in your car at all times and must be available when:

  • Requested by law enforcement

  • Renewing vehicle registration

  • The vehicle is involved in a car accident

The minimum liability insurance requirements for private passenger vehicles in Iowa[1] are:

  • $20,000 per person for bodily injury

  • $40,000 per accident for bodily injury

As a major part of your liability insurance, bodily injury coverage covers medical bills for people other than the policyholder who are injured during an accident. Iowa is an at-fault state, meaning the driver who is responsible for the collision is also responsible for paying for any resulting expenses, either through their car insurance provider or out of pocket.

  • $15,000 per accident for property damage

If it’s determined that an insured driver is at fault for an accident, this coverage pays for repairs to the property of the other involved parties. Additionally, property damage coverage can cover legal costs if the insured driver is involved in a lawsuit following the accident.

Des Moines Car Insurance Rates by Driver Age

Because statistics show that younger drivers have more accidents and make more claims than older drivers, car insurance companies put them in a higher risk category. Higher risk means higher insurance premiums. The average monthly car insurance cost for teen drivers in Des Moines is $292. For drivers in their 20s, the premium drops to $179. Teen drivers can lower their rates through discounts and by keeping a spotless driving record.

Driver's AgeAvg. Monthly Cost
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teens$293
20s$179
30s$138
40s$151
50s$122
60s$139
70s$83
80s$111

Des Moines Car Insurance Rates by Driving and Accident History

Rolling through a red light, speeding, and at-fault accidents increase your car insurance rates in Des Moines. Why? Insurance companies have to charge more to recoup the money they’ve lost on claims. Plus, by your driving behavior, you’ve proven yourself to be a risk in the future. Those with spotless records here pay an average of $154 for insurance monthly. A failure-to-stop infraction increases insurance costs by $29 a month. Luckily, insurance companies only consider these infractions for three to five years. With good driving behavior, your rates can return to normal eventually.

Driving HistoryAvg. Monthly Cost
The car insurance quotes, statistics, and data visualizations on this page are derived from Insurify’s proprietary database of over 4 million car insurance applications from ZIP codes across the United States. Insurify’s data science team performs a comprehensive analysis of the various factors car insurance providers take into account while setting rates to provide readers insight into how car insurance quotes are priced.
No Violation$155
Speeding Ticket$168
At-Fault Accident$189
Failure to Stop for Red Light / Stop Sign$184

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Des Moines Car Insurance Rates by Credit Tier

If you don’t know what your credit score is, you probably should do some digging. Insurance companies use your credit as a way to understand and assess risk. Studies show that people who manage their money well are less likely to make insurance claims. Insurance companies reward this kind of behavior with lower rates. Drivers in Des Moines who have average credit pay $149 for their insurance policies monthly.

Credit TierAvg. Monthly Cost
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Excellent$175
Good$168
Average$150
Poor$146

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Find local Des Moines agents

  • Boersma Insurance Services

    100 Court Avenue Ste 310,
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Jester Insurance Services

    303 Watson Powell Jr Way,
    Des Moines, IA 50309
  • McFadden Insurance Services, Inc.

    PO Box 57100,
    Des Moines, IA 50317
  • Notary Rotary Inc

    500 New York Avenue ,
    Des Moines, IA 50313-4908
  • Ligouri & Associates Inc

    4320 1/2 SW 9th,
    Des Moines, IA 50315
  • Reynolds & Reynolds Inc

    300 Walnut Street,
    Ste 200, Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Donaghy Kempton Insurors

    4000 Sixth Avenue,
    Des Moines, IA 50313
  • Donahue Insurance Agency Inc

    5925 SW 9th Street,
    Des Moines, IA 50315
  • Diversity Insurance Inc

    1541 E Grand Avenue,
    Des Moines, IA 50316
  • Bankers Solutions, LLC

    2700 Patricia Drive,
    Des Moines, IA 50322
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Des Moines, IA DMV Information

The Des Moines Driver's License Station is at 2339 Euclid Ave., Des Moines, IA 50310. The office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. , and the phone number is 1 (515) 255-9311. There are also three service kiosks. They're at the East Euclid Hy-Vee, Des Moines Public Library, and West Des Moines Public Library.

Public Transportation in Des Moines, IA

The largest portion of Des Moines residents drive, and interstates cut through to serve the traffic flow. And the city also offers public transportation. The Des Moines Area Regional Transit (DART) has buses and gives paratransit to eligible riders. If you'd rather skip the bus, you can get a ridesharing service such as Uber or Lyft. Traditional taxis such as Yellow Cab and Capitol Cab offer rides. Des Moines BCycle lets you get outdoors through its bikeshare program. Des Moines also has a unique skywalk system in its downtown corridor.

Most Patriotic City

Des Moines

Beginning in 2018, Insurify launched the Most Patriotic Cities Awards, which salute the community in each state with the highest percentage of individuals who currently serve in the military or identify as armed service veterans.

Des Moines won Insurify's Most Patriotic Cities Award for the state of Iowa. It was once home to the Fort Des Moines Provisional Army Officer Training School - the first Army training facility for African Americans during World War I, and the first training site for women participating in the Women's Army Corps during World War II.

How to get the best and cheapest car insurance in Des Moines, IA

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FAQs - Des Moines, IA Car Insurance

  • Why is car insurance so expensive in Des Moines?

    Des Moines ranks first in Iowa for DUIs, moving violations, speeding tickets, and suspended licenses. When you lead the pack in that many negative areas, it's no wonder the rates leave you with a frowning face. Insurers charge extra to offset the risk.

  • How can I get the cheapest car insurance in Des Moines?

    The cheapest deal will always come with state minimum coverage. That's the lowest amount of insurance Iowa allows. If you're financing the car, you must purchase comprehensive and collision coverage. In that case, to cut your bill, raise your deductibles to the most you can afford out of pocket if an accident happens.

  • Who offers the cheapest car insurance in Des Moines?

    Car insurance prices change by city, company, and driver. If you're searching for rates tailored to your driver profile, try Insurify to compare up to 10+ real quotes. You'll unlock savings and discounts and get the coverage you deserve at a price you can afford.

Insurify Insights

How Des Moines Drivers Measure Up

While most drivers know that car insurance quotes are determined in part by your personal driving history, many may be unaware that rates are also impacted by the average risk of the drivers around you as well. Check out Insurify's latest analysis of driving records in Des Moines, Iowa below:

Methodology

Drawing from an internal database of over 4 million car insurance applications, the research team at Insurify analyzes patterns in car ownership and driver behavior - including how Des Moines drivers measure up to their fellow motorists across Iowa in areas including speeding, DUIs, and more.
Insurify Insights publishes data-driven articles, trend analyses, and national rankings each week on all factors related to cars and those who drive them.

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Ford F-Series Pickup

Most Popular Car in Des Moines

#8

City with the Most Speeding Tickets Rank in Iowa

#8

City with the Most Moving Violations Rank in Iowa

#10

City with the Most DUIs Rank in Iowa

#5

City with the Most Suspended Licenses in Iowa

  • While car accidents are a sadly unavoidable feature of time spent on the road, rates of accidents do vary from city to city and from state to state. Des Moines drivers rank 13 in the number of car accidents per driver across all cities in Iowa.

    • Rank within state: #13
    • Percent of drivers in Des Moines with an accident: 9.8%
  • While driving while intoxicated is never acceptable, it’s a more common offense than many assume. Des Moines drivers rank 10 in the number of DUI’s per driver across all cities in Iowa.

    • Rank within state: #10
    • Percent of drivers in Des Moines with a DUI: 2.7%
  • Reckless driving refers to a specific traffic violation: when drivers willfully act dangerously in spite of the risks they’re imposing on both themselves and others. Among all cities in Iowa, Des Moines drivers rank 20 in the number of reckless driving offenses per driver.

    • Rank within state: #20
    • Percent of drivers in Des Moines with a reckless driving offense: 1.5%
  • The Insurify team classifies rude drivers as those who commit the following driving offenses: failure to yield or failure to stop, improper backing, passing where prohibited, tailgating, street racing, or hit-and-runs. Among all cities in Iowa, Des Moines drivers rank 21 in rude driving infractions.

    • Rank within state: #21
    • Percent of drivers in Des Moines with a reckless driving violation: 1.6%
  • Exceeding the speed limit can endanger others and leave a permanent stain on your driving record. When compared to other cities in Iowa, Des Moines drivers rank 8 in the number of speeding infractions per driver.

    • Rank within state: #8
    • Percent of drivers in Des Moines with a speeding ticket: 15.9%
  • Having a squeaky-clean driving record is an accomplishment to be proud of. Some cities have safer drivers than others; Des Moines drivers rank 19 in clean driving records across all cities in Iowa.

    • Rank within state: #19
    • Percent of drivers in Des Moines with clean record: 70.2%
  • As auto manufacturers increasingly turn towards producing greener car models, more and more motorists are embracing hybrids and EV’s. Des Moines drivers rank 12 in hybrid and electric vehicle ownership across all cities in Iowa.

    • Rank within state: #12
    • Percent of drivers in Des Moines with a hybrid/electric vehicle: 0.82%
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Methodology

Data scientists at Insurify analyzed more than 40 million real-time auto insurance rates from our partner providers across the United States to compile the car insurance quotes, statistics, and data visualizations displayed on this page. The car insurance data includes coverage analysis and details on drivers' vehicles, driving records, and demographic information. Quotes for Allstate, Farmers, GEICO, State Farm, and USAA are estimates based on Quadrant Information Service's database of auto insurance rates. With these insights, Insurify is able to offer drivers insight into how companies price their car insurance premiums.

Sources

  1. Iowa Insurance Division. "State Minimum Car Insurance Requirements." Accessed May 28, 2022
Tanveen Vohra
Tanveen VohraEditorial Manager

Tanveen Vohra is an editorial manager at Insurify specializing in writing about property and casualty insurance. Through her work, she helps consumers better understand the components of their insurance policies so they can make smarter purchase decisions. She received a bachelor's degree from SUNY Buffalo. You can connect with her on LinkedIn.