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If you live in Illinois, you can expect to pay an average of around $158 per month for full coverage car insurance, or $1,901 per year. If you carry only your state’s minimum required liability coverage, your cost drops to about $38 monthly or $462 annually.

Location plays a big role in what you pay for car insurance. Insurers calculate rates based on state-specific risk factors such as accident frequency, repair and medical costs, theft rates, and even weather-related risks. Urban areas with heavy traffic or higher crime rates tend to see higher premiums, while rural areas are often cheaper. Beyond location, your age, driving record, credit score, ZIP code, and the type of car you drive also affect your rate.

Average car insurance cost in Illinois

If you live in Illinois can expect to pay an average of $158 per month for full coverage car insurance – that’s $1,901 per year. If you opt for your state’s minimum required coverage, your insurance cost drops to $38 monthly or $462 annually. Just keep in mind that opting for minimum coverage means significantly less protection if you’re in an accident.

However, how much you actually pay for coverage can vary based on several factors, such as your age, driving history, credit score, ZIP code and the type of car you drive.

Cheapest car insurance companies in Illinois

GEICO has the cheapest rates, at an average annual cost of $1,451 or $121 a month for a full coverage policy with limits of 100/300/100 and $500 collision and comprehensive deductibles.

Travelers also stands out for its affordable premiums, with an average cost of $121 per month or $1,455 annually.

While these insurance companies have some of the lowest average rates in Illinois, your actual premium may vary. It’s always a good idea to compare quotes to find the best deal on auto insurance.

Affordable car insurance providers in Illinois

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Company nameAverage per month costAverage annual cost
GEICO$121$1,451
Travelers$121$1,455
Auto Club Group – ACG (AAA)$153$1,834
Erie Insurance$168$2,018
Auto-Owners$169$2,031
Country Financial$172$2,060
Progressive$180$2,166
Allstate$239$2,869
USAA*$136$1,638
*USAA is only available to military community members and their families.
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Insure.com commissioned Quadrant Information Services to calculate average auto insurance rates for vehicles from 2006 to 2023.

Our hypothetical driver is a 40-year-old male who commutes 12 miles to work each day, with policy limits of 100/300/50 ($100,000 for injury liability for one person, $300,000 for all injuries and $50,000 for property damage in an accident) and a $500 deductible on collision and comprehensive coverage.

Rates for vehicles up until 2023 includes uninsured motorist coverage (since some states require it, we do it for all) and PIP or Medical Payments, if it is required by state law. This hypothetical driver has a clean record and good credit.

For liability 100/300 is rates the same hypothetical driver but with liability limits of 100/300/50, uninsured/underinsured motorist in matching amounts and PIP or MedPay, if required by state. We recommend limits this high, even if you have only liability coverage. A state-minimum policy includes only the basic state liability limits and any other state-required coverages, such as uninsured motorist or PIP.

Averages were calculated using data from six large carriers, such as Allstate, Farmers, GEICO, Nationwide, Progressive and State Farm. Rates were averaged across multiple ZIP codes and insurance companies. Average rates are for comparative purposes; your rate will depend on your personal factors.

Average cost of car insurance by coverage levels in Illinois

The cost of your car insurance also depends on the coverage levels you choose.

If you opt for just the minimum coverage required by your state, you’ll pay $38 per month, or $462 per year. It’s a low-cost option, but keep in mind that it won’t pay for any repairs to your own car if you’re in an accident.

For solid protection, full coverage might be the right choice. It includes liability coverage along with collision and comprehensive insurance. Collision coverage covers damage to your vehicle from accidents, irrespective of fault. Comprehensive coverage protects against non-collision events like theft, vandalism or weather events.

In Illinois, the average cost for full coverage is $158 per month, or $1,901 per year

While it’s more than what you’d pay for minimum coverage, the added protection can be worth it, especially if your car is of significant value.

Coverage limitsAverage annual cost
State minimum liability-only$462
Liability only$503
Full coverage$1,901
Non-owner state minimum liability$395
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Auto insurance premiums vary significantly from city to city, so drivers need to be sure they’re getting the best deal. Insure.com has done the research for you. Get more information on auto insurance rates by city below.

Car insurance rates in Illinois by city

Average car insurance cost in Illinois by city

Where you live in Illinois can have a big impact on your car insurance rates.

If you’re located in cities like Chicago, Rockford, or Waukegan, you may face higher premiums due to dense traffic, higher accident rates, and an increased chance of theft or damage.

On the other hand, drivers in cities like Naperville and Champaign tend to pay much lower insurance premiums, between $1,673 and $1,676 per year.

These cities usually have fewer accidents, lower crime rates and less congestion, which helps keep insurance costs down.

CityAverage annual cost
Naperville$1,673
Champaign$1,676
Aurora$1,688
Elgin$1,716
Peoria$1,798
Joliet$1,798
Springfield$1,844
Waukegan$1,865
Rockford$1,866
Chicago$2,421
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Average car insurance cost in Illinois by age

Insurers consider age a key risk factor when determining car insurance rates. Our data shows that young drivers typically pay higher premiums due to their limited experience behind the wheel.

Generally, rates are highest for teens, begin to drop after age 25 and rise again once drivers reach their early 70s.

Let’s take a closer look at how much you might pay in Illinois for a full coverage policy based on your age and gender.

Average car insurance cost in Illinois for young drivers

If you’re a young driver, you can expect to pay above average premiums. Insurers see young drivers as high-risk, which means higher premiums until you gain more experience behind the wheel.

For instance, 20-year-old male drivers in Illinois pay an average of $3,995 per year for car insurance, while females of the same age pay $3,466.

But by the time you turn 25, insurance premiums drop to $2,391 a year on average for male drivers and $2,367 for female drivers.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
20$3,995$3,466
21$3,344$3,014
22$3,047$2,826
23$2,867$2,699
24$2,671$2,574
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Average car insurance cost in Illinois for adult drivers

On average, an adult male driver in Illinois pays $1,933 a year for full coverage or $161 per month. Women pay $1,915 a year or $160 per month for the same coverage.

However, exact rates can vary widely from driver to driver, so it’s helpful to compare quotes to find the best price for your vehicle.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
25$2,391$2,367
30$2,098$2,104
35$1,995$1,994
40$1,904$1,898
45$1,851$1,837
50$1,778$1,755
55$1,724$1,681
60$1,713$1,656
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Average car insurance cost in Illinois for senior drivers

If you’re a senior driver, your car insurance costs go up as you get older. At age 65, men pay about $1,700 per year, while women pay $1,638. But by age 70, average premiums rise to $1,819 for men and $1,726 annually for women. At 75, rates increase even further – $2,048 for male drivers and $1,887 for female drivers.

Insurers charge more because older drivers are seen as a higher risk due to slower reaction times and changes in vision. But you can still keep costs down by maintaining a clean driving record and taking advantage of senior discounts.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
65$1,700$1,638
70$1,819$1,726
75$2,048$1,887
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Minimum car insurance requirements in Illinois

Whether you’re buying your first insurance policy or just moved to Illinois, it’s important to understand the state’s car insurance requirements.

To stay on the right side of the law, drivers in Illinois must carry at least the following minimum liability coverage:

  • Bodily injury per person: $25,000
  • Bodily injury per accident: $50,000
  • Property damage liability: $20,000

Cheapest cars to insure in Illinois

Your car’s make and model can significantly impact its insurance costs. Vehicles that are expensive to repair or have higher theft or accident rates typically come with higher premiums. On the other hand, vehicles with high safety ratings and affordable repairs are more affordable to insure.

Honda CR-V tops the list for cheapest car to insure in Illinois at an average cost of $1,846 a year, followed closely by Mini Cooper Electric at $1,906 per year.

The table below outlines the vehicles with the lowest insurance costs.

Make ModelAverage annual premium
Honda CR-V$1,846
Mini Cooper Electric$1,906
Honda HR-V$1,914
Chevrolet Express$1,915
Volkswagen Tiguan$1,919
Honda Odyssey$1,930
Subaru Forester$1,941
Mazda CX-5$1,952
Honda Pilot$1,954
Subaru Outback$1,966
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Most expensive cars to insure in Illinois

Maserati Quattroporte is one of the most expensive vehicles to insure in Illinois, with an average annual cost of $7,280.

Below is a list of the costliest vehicles to insure in Illinois and their average premiums.

Make ModelAverage annual premium
Maserati Quattroporte$7,280
Maserati Ghibli$6,974
Audi RS7$5,866
Nissan GT-R$5,427
Audi RS6$5,411
Porsche 911 GT3$5,155
Audi S8$5,148
BMW X6 M$5,146
Audi e-tron GT$5,114
Mercedes-AMG GT$5,029
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Premiums vary based on where you live and your driving history. To make sure you’re getting the right coverage at a fair price, it’s important to compare quotes from different insurers. Shopping around can help you find coverage that fits your needs and budget.

Methodology

Insure.com commissioned Quadrant Information Service to get 2023 car insurance data. Our team of data analysts and expert editors has analyzed 56,838,240 insurance quotes from 136 insurance companies across 34,523 ZIP codes to determine the average premiums. The insurance rates are based on a sample profile of a 40-year-old male driver with a clean driving record and a good insurance score. Quotes premiums are for different coverage limits, including

  • Full coverage policy limits of $100,000 per person for bodily injury, $300,000 total for all bodily injuries per accident and $100,000 for property damage per accident.
  • State minimum limits
  • Liability-only policy with limits of $50,000 per person for bodily injury, $100,000 in bodily injury per accident and $100,000 for property damage per accident.

We also collected average car insurance rates for drivers of different age groups:

  • Young drivers aged 20-24
  • Adult drivers aged 25-26
  • Senior drivers aged 65-75

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

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How much is car insurance in other states

Alaska$2,215/Year
Alabama$2,107/Year
Arkansas$2,723/Year
Arizona$2,333/Year
California$3,010/Year
Colorado$3,222/Year
Connecticut$2,726/Year
Delaware$3,097/Year
Florida$3,852/Year
Georgia$2,739/Year
Hawaii$1,721/Year
Iowa$2,228/Year
Idaho$1,791/Year
Indiana$1,856/Year
Kansas$2,410/Year
Kentucky$2,976/Year
Louisiana$4,180/Year
Massachusetts$2,430/Year
Maryland$2,273/Year
Maine$1,701/Year
Michigan$3,146/Year
Minnesota$2,561/Year
Missouri$2,410/Year
Mississippi$2,455/Year
Montana$2,541/Year
North Carolina$2,587/Year
North Dakota$2,079/Year
Nebraska$2,387/Year
New Hampshire$1,650/Year
New Jersey$2,736/Year
New Mexico$2,486/Year
Nevada$3,284/Year
New York$2,898/Year
Ohio$1,739/Year
Oklahoma$2,705/Year
Oregon$1,927/Year
Pennsylvania$2,428/Year
Rhode Island$2,706/Year
South Carolina$2,367/Year
South Dakota$2,635/Year
Tennessee$2,214/Year
Texas$2,631/Year
Utah$2,250/Year
Virginia$1,837/Year
Vermont$1,504/Year
Washington$2,175/Year
Wisconsin$2,026/Year
West Virginia$2,557/Year
Wyoming$1,984/Year
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Shivani Gite
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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.

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