Average car insurance cost in Denver, Colorado

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According to our data, the average annual cost of car insurance in Denver is $3,600 – $378 more than the Colorado average cost and $1,087 more than when compared to the national average.

Where you live plays a big role in how much you pay for car insurance. Areas with high population density, theft and accident rates tend to have higher premiums.

Comparing car insurance rates in Denver to state and national averages can help you determine if you’re getting a good deal or if it’s time to explore other options. Below, we outline local trends, rate differences and ways to save.

Cheap car insurance companies in Denver

GEICO offers the cheapest full coverage car insurance in Denver at $2,139 per year with coverage limits of $100,000 in bodily injury per person, $300,000 total per accident and $100,000 for property damage.

The second most affordable option in Denver is Auto-Owners, with an average annual premium of $3,007.

Car insurance rates differ from one company to another because each insurer has its own underwriting process to determine premiums. That’s why shopping around and comparing quotes from multiple insurance companies is key to finding affordable coverage that meets your needs.

The following table compares average yearly and monthly car insurance costs from different companies in Denver.

Read about the best car insurance companies.

Average car insurance cost in Denver by coverage limits

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

• State minimum coverage: $714 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: $1,165 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: $3,600 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: $411 per year

Most states require drivers to purchase minimum liability insurance to drive legally, but the minimum required limits vary. This coverage helps pay for injuries or damage you cause to others in an accident.

However, a liability-only policy won’t cover damage to your car or medical expenses if you’re at fault. You’ll need to add collision and comprehensive coverage to your policy to protect your car.

Average car insurance rates by gender in Denver

In Denver, the average annual car insurance cost for female drivers is $3,636. Male drivers, on the other hand, pay $3,563 per year – that’s $73 less than what female drivers pay. While most states allow insurers to use gender when setting rates, there are states, including California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, North Carolina and Pennsylvania that prohibit the use of gender as a rating factor.

According to the Insurance Information Institute, or Triple-I, women tend to drive more cautiously and are involved in fewer serious accidents than men. Insurers factor this into their premium calculations, which is why men often pay more for car insurance.

Read more on how gender affects car insurance rates.

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Average car insurance rates by age in Denver

Teen drivers in Denver face the highest car insurance rates, at $11,779 per year or $982 per month. According to the Insurance Information Institute, insurance costs are higher for teens aged 16 to 19 due to their increased risk of accidents and limited driving experience. On average, teen drivers pay $6,342 more for car insurance than young adults.

Car insurance premiums typically drop as teens age and gain more experience behind the wheel. On average, young adults (ages 20 to 24) pay $5,437 annually for coverage – that’s $6,342 less than what teens usually pay.

Adults between 25 and 55 and senior drivers between 60 and 75 in Denver pay an average of $3,623 and $3,621 per year for car insurance, respectively.

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 Denver

Car insurance premiums in Denver showed an upward trend between 2023 to 2025, with average rates changing by 54% or about $1,263.

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

Drivers in Denver pay higher than the state average for car insurance. The good news? You can often cut costs by comparing quotes from several insurers and using discounts – like bundling policies, safe driver rewards, or low-mileage savings.

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

 

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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.