{"id":35027,"date":"2023-08-17T08:03:42","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T13:03:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/santanderconsumerusa.com\/?p=35027"},"modified":"2024-09-17T11:11:24","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T16:11:24","slug":"how-much-does-car-insurance-cost-that-depends-on-these-7-factors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/santanderconsumerusa.com\/blog\/how-much-does-car-insurance-cost-that-depends-on-these-7-factors","title":{"rendered":"How much does car insurance cost? That depends on these 7 factors"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"ThreeIf you own a vehicle, you are probably well aware \u2026<\/p>\n

Insurance is one of the major costs of car ownership. So, how much does car insurance cost, and how do insurance companies decide that?<\/p>\n

On average, Americans will pay $1,932 this year, about $161 per month, for a full-coverage policy. This is based on the most recent data from Insurify.com<\/a>, a leading virtual insurance agent and quote comparison website.*<\/p>\n

But those figures can be higher or lower, depending on where you are located in the U.S. Insurify\u2019s research reveals that on average, \u201cthe states with the cheapest car insurance include New Hampshire, North Carolina and Idaho.\u201d<\/p>\n

Insurify projects insurance costs this year to run from around $106 a month in New Hampshire to around four times that much with $463 in Michigan. The averages also can be different depending on the source of your information, although the fundamentals don\u2019t change.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe state where you live and drive heavily affects your car insurance rate. Variables like legislation, population density, crime rates and weather patterns affect your likelihood of filing a claim,\u201d said Evelyn Pimplaskar, Director of Content at Insurify. \u201cNearly every state requires drivers to have bodily injury liability and property damage liability insurance. You\u2019ll need to buy at least your state\u2019s minimum coverage requirements, and you may choose higher coverage limits if you want more protection.\u201d<\/p>\n

Factors to consider when it comes to insurance<\/h2>\n

Some factors related to insurance quotes \u2013 such as driving habits or the level of coverage you choose \u2013 can be easy to change. Others, such as driving history and which city and state you live in, may take a little more effort.<\/p>\n

In fact, there are several major cost factors to consider for auto insurance:<\/p>\n

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  1. Basic demographics<\/li>\n
  2. The vehicle you drive (compact, mid-size, performance)<\/li>\n
  3. Your driving history (tickets, accidents)<\/li>\n
  4. Your credit score (poor, fair, good, excellent). Note: some states prohibit insurers from using credit scores in rate-setting decisions.<\/li>\n
  5. Your driving habits (how much you drive your car, where you drive, even where you park)<\/li>\n
  6. The amount and type of coverage you choose<\/li>\n
  7. Whether you shop around for coverage<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Basic demographics<\/h2>\n

    Insurance companies have an enormous amount of data that tells them how each of these things makes you more or less of a risk for filing claims. For example, a younger \u2013 typically, age 25 or below \u2013 driver tends to have higher rates due to lack of experience behind the wheel. Accident data plays a role in terms of age as well, with numerous data studies showing that younger drivers are more likely to get into accidents, and more likely to get into very serious or even fatal accidents. But with more experience (and a clean driving record), drivers can see the benefit of lower rates.<\/p>

    The vehicle you drive<\/h2>\n

    The basic rule of thumb is \u2026 the faster the car can go, the bigger the risk of a crash and the more you\u2019ll pay for the thrill of driving it. You probably won\u2019t pay nearly as much driving a family car such as a sedan, minivan or SUV as someone who drives a pricey high-performance vehicle. You also may be able to save some money by getting anti-theft devices and safety equipment installed on your vehicle.<\/p>

    Driving history<\/h2>\n

    Past driving experience and the number of tickets and violations you have, can lead to higher insurance rates. It may be worth it for those with multiple infractions to talk to their insurance provider and discuss solutions to get lower rates. The provider may suggest taking a defensive driving course or installing a monitoring device that tracks driving habits.<\/p>

    Credit score<\/h2>\n

    Insurers cite data that shows the higher a driver\u2019s credit score, the less likely they are to file a claim, and that a driver with a poor credit score is more likely to file a claim. If your credit is bruised, look into ways to improve your score and see what credit monitoring can do to help<\/a>. That said, not all states allow the use of credit scores in auto insurance rating.<\/p>

    Miles driven<\/h2>\n

    Drive less, pay less by reducing mileage, carpooling or using public transportation where it is available.<\/p>

    Amount and type of coverage<\/h2>\n

    What is your maximum coverage and your deductible? Are you carrying personal injury protection (not required in all states) and comprehensive vehicle coverage? Should you carry more vehicle insurance than required in your state? Precisely how you answer these and other questions can make a big difference in how much you pay monthly for auto insurance.<\/p>\n

    Shopping around<\/h2>\n

    Insurify is a helpful insurance comparison website with data scientists who analyze insurance rates in real time to provide useful quotes, statistics and insights to consumers.<\/p>\n

    Put simply, Insurify says, \u201cDrivers with clean records tend to pay much lower rates than drivers with infractions like accidents, speeding, and DUIs on their driving records. For example, your insurer may increase your premium by a certain percentage after you file a claim for an accident you caused.\u201d<\/p>\n

    Rest assured that knowing how insurance companies decide what it will cost to cover your car, you are in a better position to get the best possible deal on proper auto coverage.<\/p>\n

    And that it\u2019s the smart financial choice.<\/p>\n

    Find more on insurance costs from\u00a0<\/strong>Insurify\u2019s<\/strong>\u00a02022 Auto Insurance Trends Report.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re planning to purchase insurance for your car, please remember we\u2019ve partnered with Insurify to help you save money on your auto insurance. Insurify is a leading comparison website that can help you arrange your Auto and Home insurance products to suit your needs from a range of A-rated insurers. Compare personalized quotes from 40+ top insurance companies in less than 5 minutes and buy your policy online or over the phone with a licensed Insurify agent. Discover all that Insurify has to offer by clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    And if you\u2019re planning to finance the purchase of a vehicle, please ask your\u00a0nearest dealership<\/a>\u00a0about Â鶹ֱ²¥ Consumer USA\u2019s ability to finance customers at a variety of credit levels.<\/p>

    *Insurance products and services described are offered by Insurify Insurance Agency, not Â鶹ֱ²¥. or its affiliates. Insurify will help you to arrange your insurance needs with selected insurance carriers. Customers of Â鶹ֱ²¥. are not required to purchase an insurance policy through Insurify or any specific insurance company in connection with their auto loan or lease, and your choice of agent or insurer shall not affect any credit decision or credit terms except as related to the credit worthiness of the insurer and the scope of coverage. Insurify may compensate Â鶹ֱ²¥ Insurance Agency US LLC if you sign up for insurance through Insurify. Insurify Insurance Agency is a licensed insurance agency in 50 states and DC. According to Insurify, all insurance carriers are at least A-rated by Standard & Poor\u2019s or equivalent. Products may not be available in all states.<\/em><\/p>\n

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