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Average cost of car insurance in Minnesota for 2024

Updated Sep 01, 2024
Minnesota drivers pay an average rate of $672 for minimum coverage and $2,442 for full coverage car insurance.
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How much is car insurance in Minnesota?

Drivers in the North Star State pay an average cost for car insurance that is below national average. Minimum coverage is available for an annual average of $672, while full coverage, which includes collision and comprehensive coverage, averages $2,442. Multiple factors influence the amount you pay, however, and your premium may be higher or lower depending on your driving history, vehicle type, coverage selections and more.

Key takeaways

  • In Minnesota's most populous city, Minneapolis, drivers pay an average of $2,442 per year for full coverage and $672 per year for minimal coverage, which works out to monthly payments of $204 and $56, respectively.
  • Drivers who pay the most for auto insurance in Minnesota are 18-year-old males with their own policy at an average rate of $6,644 annually.
  • Being convicted of a DUI in Minnesota could increase your policy premium by an average of 111 percent more.
  • Drivers in the North Star State with excellent credit pay an average of $2,035 per year for full coverage — 17 percent less than the state average.

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Minnesota car insurance rates by city

Minnesota is a large state with diverse communities that range from urban to rural. Drivers in Minnesota’s bigger cities typically see more expensive premiums than those who live in rural or suburban areas, partly due to the fact that congested traffic can lead to more accidents. We broke down average rates for some of the most populated cities in Minnesota below to give you an idea of what to expect depending on where you live. Drivers in Minneapolis can expect to pay some of the highest rates in the state — 7 percent more than the Minnesota average.

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Average car insurance costs by age and gender in Minnesota

Younger drivers are considered at higher risk because of their lack of experience behind the wheel. Statistically, they are also responsible for more accidents and fatalities than other age groups, making them more expensive to insure. Most drivers will see premiums decrease as they age, as long as they maintain a good driving record and do not file a lot of claims. In many states, including Minnesota, gender also plays a role in determining premiums, with male drivers often paying slightly more than females.

Age 16*
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$5,217
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$1,522
Age 18
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$6,644
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$1,968
Age 20
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$5,202
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$1,382
Age 25
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,973
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$779
Age 30
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,529
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$671
Age 40
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,417
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$666
Age 50
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,210
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$630
Age 60
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,129
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$619
Age 70
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,275
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$680
Age 40
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,417
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$666
Age 50
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,210
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$630
Age 60
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,129
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$619
Age 70
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,275
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$680
*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*
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$4,810
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$1,542
Age 18
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$6,029
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$1,873
Age 20
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$4,618
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$1,362
Age 25
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,822
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$822
Age 30
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,497
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$728
Age 40
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,467
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$678
Age 50
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,132
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$691
Age 60
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,151
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$672
Age 70
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,304
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$735
Age 40
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,467
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$678
Age 50
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,132
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$691
Age 60
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,151
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$672
Age 70
Average annual full coverage premium in MN
$2,304
Average minimum coverage premium in MN
$735
*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: Like every state besides California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina and Pennsylvania, Minnesota allows insurance companies to use gender as a rating factor for car insurance. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), men not only tend to drive more, but they are also more likely to speed, drive impaired and not wear a seatbelt. These behaviors directly impact the risk of accidents, leading to increased insurance premiums for male drivers. However, by age 30, male drivers in Minnesota start paying less for insurance than their female counterparts.

Cost considerations for young drivers in Minnesota

In Minnesota, drivers aged 16 to 17 must be covered by their parents' or legal guardians' car insurance policy. But, if they are able, they may want to consider remaining on that policy even after they turn 18 and are free to purchase their own auto insurance. As you can see from the chart below, average car insurance costs in Minnesota are much lower for a young driver on their parents' car insurance than they are if they have their own policy.

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Age 16*
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MN
$5,013
Age 17
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MN
$4,513
Age 18
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MN
$4,132
Age 19
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MN
$3,616
Age 20
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MN
$3,450
*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 MN
$6,337
Age 19
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MN
$5,319
Age 20
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MN
$4,910
*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 53 percent more
Age 19 47 percent more
Age 20 42 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 Minnesota?

Insurance companies, which are in the business of risk management, prefer to insure safe drivers and typically reward them with some of the best car insurance rates. On the other hand, an accident or speeding ticket could raise your premiums considerably. Per the table, a single DUI conviction, one of the most serious traffic violations, could raise your rates by an average of 111 percent more, in addition to whatever state-mandated fines or penalties you incur. Additionally, several driving infractions (or even one serious infraction) could mean insurance companies will consider you a high-risk driver, which will make finding affordable car insurance a bit more challenging.

Clean driving record
Avg. annual premium* in MN
$2,442
Percentage increase from MN avg. annual premium*
0%
Avg. annual premium* in MN
$2,952
Percentage increase from MN avg. annual premium*
21%
Avg. annual premium* in MN
$3,460
Percentage increase from MN avg. annual premium*
42%
Avg. annual premium* in MN
$5,163
Percentage increase from MN avg. annual premium*
111%
*The rates reflected are for full coverage policies.

Car insurance rates in Minnesota by credit tier

Insurers prefer working with drivers who have high credit-based insurance scores, because studies show that they tend to file fewer claims. If you have poor credit, your insurer may be concerned that you'll file more claims; to account for this increased risk, drivers whose credit falls into the poor range could pay around 138 percent more than drivers with so-called “good” credit. This average increase is nearly on par with what a driver convicted of a DUI pays on average, so it might be worth working with a certified financial planner to see what steps you can take to improve your credit.

Avg. annual premium* in MN
$5,808
Percentage difference from MN avg. annual premium*
138%
Average
Avg. annual premium* in MN
$2,748
Percentage difference from MN avg. annual premium*
13%
Avg. annual premium* in MN
$2,442
Percentage difference from MN avg. annual premium*
0%
Excellent
Avg. annual premium* in MN
$2,035
Percentage difference from MN avg. annual premium*
-17%
*Rates reflect full coverage policies.