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Average cost of car insurance in Arkansas in 2024

The annual average cost of car insurance in Arkansas is $2,080 for full coverage and $437 for minimum coverage.

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How much is car insurance in Arkansas? 

When exploring how much car insurance in Arkansas might cost, it's noteworthy that the state's rates generally sit below the national average. Nationally, the average annual cost of car insurance is $644 for minimum coverage and $2,314 for full coverage. In Arkansas, drivers typically pay around $437 for minimum coverage and approximately $2,080 for full coverage, although these rates are subject to individual circumstances and state-specific risks like tornadoes.

While these averages offer a baseline, Arkansas car insurance rates can differ based on personal factors such as driving history, vehicle type and selected coverage options. It's important to consider these variables to understand how your rates may compare to these averages.

Key takeaways

  • Full coverage car insurance in Arkansas costs an average of $2,080 per year, while minimum coverage averages $437 per year.
  • Rates vary by location. For instance, the average cost of full coverage in Little Rock is 8 percent more the state average while it’s 9 percent less in Bentonville.
  • A DUI conviction in Arkansas leads to an average increase of 62 percent more in full coverage premiums.
  • Drivers with excellent credit history pay an average of 11 percent less on full coverage compared to drivers with good credit.

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Arkansas car insurance rates by city

The average car insurance cost in Arkansas varies by city, reflecting how location influences premiums. In the state's most populated cities, these average rates for full coverage can differ from the state's overall average due to several local factors.

Differences in rates between cities often stem from the local cost of repairs, availability of parts and services and the frequency of auto accidents. Factors like vehicle type, age, driving history and even local rates of theft and vandalism also play a role in shaping your individual premium.

Below are average rates in some of the most populated cities in Arkansas so you can see how average rates in these locations stack up against the state average premium for full coverage.

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Average car insurance costs by age and gender in Arkansas

Like most other states, one of the most significant factors that influence Arkansas auto insurance rates is a driver's age. Drivers under 25 typically pay the highest rates, with 18-year-olds having the highest average rates by age. Males face higher average premiums than females. This rate difference is tied to males having higher rates of auto accidents, traffic violations and claims filing.

Age 16*
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$4,382
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$1,117
Age 18
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$6,673
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$1,703
Age 20
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$5,244
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$1,134
Age 25
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,856
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$578
Age 30
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,330
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$477
Age 40
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,111
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$436
Age 50
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,902
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$405
Age 60
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,858
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$402
Age 70
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,048
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$477
Age 40
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,111
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$436
Age 50
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,902
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$405
Age 60
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,858
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$402
Age 70
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,048
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$477
*16-year-old calculated on parents' policy with discounts applied; 18- and 20-year-old are renters on their own policies with no discounts applied
Age 16*
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$3,907
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$1,035
Age 18
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$5,660
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$1,451
Age 20
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$4,244
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$997
Age 25
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,503
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$555
Age 30
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,217
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$474
Age 40
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,049
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$439
Age 50
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,773
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$403
Age 60
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,789
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$389
Age 70
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,954
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$457
Age 40
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$2,049
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$439
Age 50
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,773
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$403
Age 60
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,789
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$389
Age 70
Avg. full coverage premium in AR
$1,954
Avg. min. coverage premium in AR
$457
*16-year-old calculated on parents' policy with discounts applied; 18- and 20-year-old are renters on their own policies with no discounts applied
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Bankrate’s take: Although not allowed as a rating factor in all states, Arkansas car insurance carriers can consider gender when calculating car insurance premiums. Males often see higher average rates than females — especially young males — because they are statistically more likely to cause car accidents. They are also more likely to engage in risky driving behavior like speeding, driving under the influence and not wearing a seatbelt.

Cost considerations for young drivers in Arkansas

Teen drivers typically cost more to insure than older, experienced drivers. Further, teen drivers are required to remain insured on their parents' car insurance policy until age 18, when they are old enough to sign a contract. However, young drivers can usually save money by remaining on their parents' policy as long as their insurer allows it. This could be until age 25 or as long as you are living under the same roof.

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Age 16*
Avg. annual premium for drivers in AR
$4,144
Age 17
Avg. annual premium for drivers in AR
$3,872
Age 18
Avg. annual premium for drivers in AR
$3,610
Age 19
Avg. annual premium for drivers in AR
$3,298
Age 20
Avg. annual premium for drivers in AR
$3,180
*16-year-old calculated on parents' policy with discounts applied; 18- and 20-year-old are renters on their own policies with no discounts applied
Age 18
Avg. annual premium for drivers in AR
$6,167
Age 19
Avg. annual premium for drivers in AR
$5,087
Age 20
Avg. annual premium for drivers in AR
$4,744
*16-year-old calculated on parents' policy with discounts applied; 18- and 20-year-old are renters on their own policies with no discounts applied
Age Avg. annual premium difference for drivers on their own policy
Age 18 71 percent more
Age 19 54 percent more
Age 20 49 percent more

*18- and 20-year-old are renters on their own policies with no discounts applied

How does driving record impact the cost of car insurance in Arkansas?

Your driving record has a significant influence on your Arkansas car insurance rates. A speeding ticket, accident or DUI on your record can drive premiums up quickly. Although we've included average rates for a DUI, not all companies will provide coverage to a driver with a DUI on their record. It's important to note that the rates reflected show the average increase after a single DUI conviction; multiple violations will likely increase rates even more and could even place a driver in the high-risk driving category.

Here, you can see how average rates in Arkansas compare between a clean driving record and one with different violations.

Clean driving record
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$2,080
Percentage increase from AR avg. annual premium*
0%
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$2,468
Percentage increase from AR avg. annual premium*
19%
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$2,799
Percentage increase from AR avg. annual premium*
35%
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$3,366
Percentage increase from AR avg. annual premium*
62%
*The rates reflected are for full coverage policies.

Car insurance rates in Arkansas by credit score

Arkansas is one of the many states that allow insurers to use credit-based insurance scores as part of their rate calculations. In general, better credit contributes to lower premiums, while worse credit leads to higher premiums. For example, in Arkansas, a poor credit rating correlates to an average increase of 88 percent more in full coverage premiums compared to the state average — a higher average increase than a DUI conviction. On the other end of that range, having an excellent credit rating in Arkansas amounts to an average of 11 percent less for full coverage premiums.

Avg. annual premium* in AR
$3,919
Percentage difference from AR avg. annual premium*
88%
Average
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$2,285
Percentage difference from AR avg. annual premium*
10%
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$2,080
Percentage difference from AR avg. annual premium*
0%
Excellent
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$1,842
Percentage difference from AR avg. annual premium*
-11%
*Rates reflect full coverage policies.

Arkansas car insurance rates by vehicle type

Another significant factor that affects your auto insurance premiums is the make and model of your vehicle. Some cars are more expensive to replace or repair than others, and this factors into how expensive a vehicle is to insure. Generally, the more expensive a vehicle is to buy, the more expensive your auto insurance rates are likely to be, although this isn’t always the case. Your vehicle's age, theft rate, safety features and size can all have an impact on your premium.

Avg. annual premium* in AR
$2,080
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$1,973
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$1,790
BMW 330i
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$2,660
Toyota Prius
Avg. annual premium* in AR
$2,123
*Rates reflect full coverage policies.

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How to save on car insurance in Arkansas

If you're seeing high quoted rates for car insurance coverage in Arkansas, you may be able to take some steps to bring down your premium. Assessing your personal rating factors will help you identify where you can make the most impactful changes, but some key cost-saving strategies are outlined below:

  • Shop around: Car insurance rates are different from one provider to the next, and getting a cheaper premium may be as simple as switching carriers. Get quotes from several providers in your area to see which company is right for you.
  • Compare discounts: The amount you’ll save with discounts varies from one company to the next. Though two companies may offer the same ways to save, you may save more with one in particular. To determine how much you can save with a carrier, you may want to speak with an agent rather than hunt for available discounts online.
  • Increase your deductible: Increasing your deductible means you’ll pay a lower premium, but you'll have a higher out-of-pocket cost if you need to file a claim.
  • Increase your credit score: It’s legal in Arkansas for car insurance companies to use your credit information to calculate an insurance score that affects your premium. Studies have shown that drivers with low credit scores are statistically more likely to file a claim than those with strong scores. Therefore, if you increase your credit score, your premium may go down.

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Bankrate utilizes Quadrant Information Services to analyze the latest rates in April 2024 for ZIP codes and carriers in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Rates include the most recent approved rate changes filed by insurance companies that affect our profile. These revised rates are then weighted based on the population density in each geographic region so that policyholders can see the impact rates have in their areas. Quoted rates are based on a 40-year-old male and female driver with a clean driving record, good credit and the following full coverage limits:

  • $100,000 bodily injury liability per person
  • $300,000 bodily injury liability per accident
  • $50,000 property damage liability per accident
  • $100,000 uninsured motorist bodily injury per person
  • $300,000 uninsured motorist bodily injury per accident
  • $500 collision deductible
  • $500 comprehensive deductible

To determine minimum coverage limits, Bankrate used minimum coverage that meets each state’s requirements. Our base profile drivers own a 2022 Toyota Camry, commute five days a week and drive 12,000 miles annually.

These are sample rates and should only be used for comparative purposes.

Credit-based insurance scores: Rates were calculated based on the following insurance credit tiers assigned to our drivers: “poor, average, good (base) and excellent.” Insurance credit tiers factor in your official credit scores but are not dependent on that variable alone. Four states prohibit or limit the use of credit as a rating factor in determining auto insurance rates: California, Hawaii, Massachusetts and Michigan.

Incidents: Rates were calculated by evaluating our base profile with the following incidents applied: clean record (base), at-fault accident, single speeding ticket and single DUI conviction.

Model: To determine cost by vehicle type, we evaluated our base profile with the following vehicles applied: BMW 330i, Ford F-150, Honda Odyssey, Toyota Prius and Toyota Camry (base).

Age: Rates were calculated by evaluating our base profile with the ages 16-70 (base: 40 years) applied. Depending on age, drivers may be a renter or homeowner. Age is not a contributing rating factor in Hawaii and Massachusetts due to state regulations.

Gender: The following states do not use gender as a determining factor in calculating premiums: California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania.

Teens: Rates were determined by adding a 16- or 17-year-old teen to their 40-year-old married parents' policy. The rates displayed reflect the total cost of a driver this age added to their parents’ policy unless otherwise noted.

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TJ Porter
Contributor, Personal Finance

TJ Porter is a contributing writer for Bankrate with eight years of experience writing about finance.  TJ writes about a range of subjects, from budgeting tips to bank account reviews.

Edited by Senior Editor, Insurance