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Average cost of car insurance in Michigan for 2024

Updated Apr 11, 2024
Michigan drivers pay an average annual cost of $999 for minimum coverage and $2,963 for full coverage.

How much is car insurance in Michigan?

The average car insurance cost in Michigan is $999 for state-mandated minimum coverage, while full coverage car insurance rates average $2,963 a year. Bankrate based these averages on data sourced from Quadrant Information Services. Since the rate you pay for your policy is based on a range of factors that are unique to you, such as your age and driving record, as well as your car's age, make and model, your rate is likely to differ from the averages. Note that when determining how much car insurance costs in Michigan, insurers do not consider your credit score or gender, unlike other states.

Key takeaways

  • Michigan drivers pay an average monthly rate of $83 for minimum coverage and $247 for full coverage insurance.
  • On average, full coverage car insurance in Michigan costs 28 percent more than the national average, while minimum coverage costs 55 percent more.
  • Vehicle type can play a significant role in Michigan rates, with drivers of a BMW 330i paying an average of 41 percent more for insurance per year than someone driving a Ford F-150.
  • Drivers with an at-fault accident on their driving record pay about 45 percent more than the state average for full coverage car insurance.
  • Michigan law prohibits auto insurance companies from utilizing ZIP codes, credit history, marital status and gender as part of rate determinations.

Michigan car insurance rates by city

It's not enough to know how much car insurance is in Michigan—you may also want to know that your rate may vary depending on where in the state you live. For example, you may pay more for your insurance if you live in a large city with heavy traffic patterns—which can result in a higher number of accidents, on average. Areas where there is less traffic and fewer accidents may see decreased rates. Here are sample averages from some of Michigan's cities:

City Avg. monthly full coverage premium Avg. annual full coverage premium Avg. savings vs. state average

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Average car insurance costs by age in Michigan

Auto insurance rates may vary considerably based on a driver's age and years of driving experience. For this reason, younger and newer drivers typically pay significantly more for car insurance compared to older, more experienced drivers. Drivers who maintain a clean driving record should see a decrease in their rate as they gain more experience behind the wheel. Rates are similar from age 30 to 60 but can increase at age 70 and older. Gender is also a factor in most states, though Michigan prohibits the usage of gender as an insurance rating component.

Age 16*
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$523
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$6,276
Age 18
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$683
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$8,196
Age 20
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$553
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$6,632
Age 25
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$283
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$3,393
Age 30
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$252
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$3,024
Age 40
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$247
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$2,962
Age 50
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$217
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$2,602
Age 60
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$218
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$2,621
Age 70
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$241
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$2,892
Age 40
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$247
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$2,962
Age 50
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$217
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$2,602
Age 60
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$218
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$2,621
Age 70
Avg. monthly full coverage premium in Michigan
$241
Avg. annual full coverage premium in Michigan
$2,892
*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

Cost considerations for young drivers in Michigan

Young drivers who have less experience behind the wheel and may be more inclined to engage in risky behaviors such as texting while driving are likely to see higher average rates. Insurers compensate for the increased risk of accidents by charging more, with 16-year-olds paying the highest average rates. Drivers under 18 must remain on their parents' policy. College-aged students can obtain their own insurance but also have the option to stay on their parents’ policy as long as their permanent address is the family home.

Some insurers offer discounts focused on young drivers, which may help lower their rates. These may include discounts for earning good grades in high school or college or discounts for attending school away from home when they leave their car at home. Below are sample rates for young drivers, showing how the rates start to decline as they age out of their teens.

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Age 16*
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MI
$6,275
Age 17
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MI
$5,899
Age 18
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MI
$5,708
Age 19
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MI
$5,253
Age 20
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MI
$5,092
*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 MI
$8,057
Age 19
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MI
$7,143
Age 20
Avg. annual premium for drivers in MI
$6,632
*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 41 percent more
Age 19 36 percent more
Age 20 30 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 Michigan?

Your driving record is another key factor carriers will consider when determining your rates. Drivers with clean driving records typically see the lowest average rates, while those with a minor infraction, like a standard speeding ticket, see a slight jump. Those with a serious incident, like a DUI or OWI (operating while intoxicated) conviction, may see rates nearly double the state average in Michigan. Driving without insurance is illegal in Michigan, and may result in fines and other penalties. Drivers in Michigan who have had their license suspended may be required by the state to carry SR-22 insurance.

Clean driving record
Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$2,963
Percentage increase from Michigan avg. annual premium*
0%
Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$3,581
Percentage increase from Michigan avg. annual premium*
21%
Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$4,290
Percentage increase from Michigan avg. annual premium*
45%
Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$7,092
Percentage increase from Michigan avg. annual premium*
139%
*The rates reflected are for full coverage policies.

Michigan car insurance rates by vehicle type

The make, model and year of the vehicle you choose will also factor into your Michigan car insurance rates. Consider this table with several vehicle types to illustrate how the make and model of your car could impact your insurance cost. In general, drivers with luxury vehicles or models that cost more to repair will see higher average insurance rates.

Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$2,963
Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$2,470
Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$2,465
BMW 330i
Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$3,489
Toyota Prius
Avg. annual premium* in Michigan
$2,878
*Rates reflect full coverage policies.

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How to save on car insurance in Michigan

There are a number of ways Michigan drivers may be able to get cheap car insurance. Here are some options you may want to consider:

  • Improve your driving skills: Taking a driver training course may help you reduce your rates. Even if you do not take a course, avoiding accidents, moving violations and maintaining a clean driving record could mean you avoid insurance surcharges.
  • Reduce or eliminate your personal injury protection: Until July 1, 2020, Michigan drivers were required to carry PIP as part of their car insurance policies. On that date, Michigan’s no-fault insurance law was amended to permit drivers to eliminate or reduce the amount of PIP coverage provided other health insurance policies applied to cover personal injuries. However, it is important to note that PIP coverage pays for your injuries and the injuries of your passengers in an accident, regardless of who is at fault. Reducing or removing the coverage could mean you will be responsible for out-of-pocket expenses if you or your passengers are injured.
  • Research available discounts: Car insurance companies often offer discounts for eligible drivers. Finding and qualifying for discounts may help you save on auto insurance rates. Some discounts, like claims-free discounts, may take time to qualify for. However, other common ones, like paperless billing, typically have much easier qualification requirements.

There are many other potential auto insurance discounts such as bundling home and auto coverage, multi-vehicle, senior discounts and discounts for paying premiums in an annual lump sum or by automatic deduction from a bank or credit card account. Ask what discounts carriers you are interested in might offer.

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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.

Written by
Mary Van Keuren
Contributor, Insurance

Mary Van Keuren has written for insurance domains such as Bankrate, Coverage.com, and The Simple Dollar for the past five years, specializing in home and auto insurance. She has also written extensively for consumer websites including Reviews.com and Slumber Yard. Prior to that, she worked as a writer in academia for several decades.

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