Average car insurance cost in Atlanta, Georgia

Why you can trust Insure.com

Quality Verified

At Insure.com, we are committed to providing the timely, accurate and expert information consumers need to make smart insurance decisions. All our content is written and reviewed by industry professionals and insurance experts. Our team carefully vets our rate data to ensure we only provide reliable and up-to-date insurance pricing. We follow the highest editorial standards. Our content is based solely on objective research and data gathering. We maintain strict editorial independence to ensure unbiased coverage of the insurance industry.

According to our data, the average annual cost of car insurance in Atlanta is $3,438 – $699 more than the Georgia average cost and $925 more than when compared to the national average.

Insurance rates can vary significantly depending on where you live. Factors such as population density and accident and theft rates influence premium costs, making some areas more expensive or affordable than others.

Understanding how rates in Atlanta compare to state and national averages can help you spot a good deal, or know when it’s time to shop around. Below, we’ll break down local trends, show how rates vary, and explain how to save.

Cheap car insurance companies in Atlanta

Progressive offers the most affordable full coverage car insurance in Atlanta, at $2,689 annually, with coverage limits of $100,000 in bodily injury per person, $300,000 total per accident, and $100,000 for property damage.

GEICO offers the second-lowest rate in Atlanta, with an average yearly premium of $2,691.

Car insurance rates vary by company because each insurer uses its own method to assess risk and determine premiums. That’s why it’s smart to compare quotes from different providers to find coverage that fits your needs and budget.

Below is a breakdown of average yearly and monthly car insurance rates from different insurers in Atlanta.

Read about the best car insurance companies.

Average car insurance cost in Atlanta by coverage limits

Here’s a breakdown of average car insurance rates in Atlanta by coverage type.

• State minimum coverage: $1,133 per year (limits are $25,000 bodily injury liability per person, $50,000 total bodily injury liability per accident and $25,000 property damage liability per accident).
• Liability only coverage: $1,543 per year (limits are $50,000 bodily injury liability per person, $100,000 total bodily injury liability per accident and $50,000 property damage liability per accident).
• Full coverage: $3,438 per year (limits are $100,000 bodily injury liability per person, $300,000 total bodily injury liability per accident and $100,000 property damage liability per accident).
• Non-owners coverage: $604 per year

Most states require drivers to carry a minimum amount of liability insurance to legally operate a vehicle, but the specific coverage limits vary by state. Liability insurance is designed to cover injuries or property damage you cause to others in an accident.

However, it’s important to understand that minimum coverage won’t pay for your own medical bills or repairs to your vehicle if you’re at fault. If you want protection for your own car, you’ll need to add collision and comprehensive coverage to your policy.

Average car insurance rates by gender in Atlanta

Female drivers in Atlanta pay about $3,456 per year for car insurance, while male drivers spend $3,419, which is $37 less than what females pay.

Gender is commonly used to calculate premiums in most states, but some states, including California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, North Carolina and Pennsylvania, don’t allow insurers to use gender to calculate premiums.

According to the Insurance Information Institute, or Triple-I, women generally demonstrate safer driving habits and are less likely to be involved in severe accidents. Insurers account for this elevated risk, resulting in increased insurance premiums for male drivers.

Read more on how gender affects car insurance rates.

Our agents make it hassle-free to get the right quote.

Call (844) 814-8854

Ethan Available Now

Jack Available Now

Robbie Available Now

Ellie Available Now

Average car insurance rates by age in Atlanta

Teen drivers in Atlanta pay the highest car insurance premiums, at $12,088 per year or $1,007 per month.

Data from the Insurance Information Institute shows that teens aged 16 to 19 are more likely to be involved in crashes due to inexperience, which leads to higher insurance rates. On average, teen drivers pay $6,355 more annually than young adult drivers.

As teen drivers get older and gain more experience, their car insurance premiums usually decrease. On average, young adults aged 20 to 24 pay $5,733 per year for car insurance – that’s $6,355 less than what teen drivers typically pay.

Adult drivers aged 25 to 55 pay an average of $3,508 per year for car insurance, while seniors aged 60 to 75 pay around $3,603 annually.

Read more on auto insurance for seniors.

The table below shows the average annual full coverage car insurance rates for drivers of different age groups.

Car insurance rate trends in Atlanta

Car insurance rates in Atlanta saw an upward trend between 2023 to 2025. During this period, average premiums Increased by 39% – a change of about $968.

The graph below tracks insurance costs from 2022 to 2025, highlighting long-term trends that help explain today’s rate changes.

How drivers can save on insurance even with higher rates

Car insurance rates in Atlanta are higher than the Georgia state average. Drivers can get affordable insurance rates by shopping around and comparing quotes from at least three to five insurance companies. You should also look for available discounts, such as a safe driver discount, low mileage and bundling discounts.

Methodology

Insure.com commissioned car insurance rates in 2025 from Quadrant Information Services. To determine the average premiums, our team of data analysts and expert editors analyzed 53,409,632 insurance quotes from 170 insurance companies across 34,588 ZIP codes.

The insurance rates are based on a sample profile of a 40-year-old male and female driver with a clean driving record and a good insurance score. Quotes premiums are for a full coverage policy with limits:

• $100,000 bodily injury per person
• $300,000 bodily injury per accident
• $100,000 property damage per accident
• $500 comprehensive and collision deductible

The quoted insurance rates are for comparison purposes, and your rates may vary.

Shivani Gite

Contributing Writer

 

|

 . .

Shivani Gite is a personal finance and insurance writer with a degree in journalism and mass communication. She is passionate about making insurance topics easy to understand for people and helping them make better financial decisions.