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A full coverage car insurance policy costs around $1,901 a year or $158 per month for Illinois drivers. However, if you choose to get the state’s minimum liability coverage, you’ll pay $462 a year.

Where you live plays a big role in what you pay for car insurance. Insurers factor in local accident rates, repair and medical costs, theft trends, and even weather risks when setting premiums. If you’re in a crowded city with high traffic or crime rates, you’ll typically pay more, whereas quieter rural areas usually come with lower premiums. But location isn’t everything – your age, driving history, credit score, ZIP code and even the type of car you drive also play a role in determining your final premium.

Average annual cost
$1,901

Average per month cost
$158

Average cost for state minimum coverage
$503 / Year

Cheapest car insurance company
GEICO

$1,451 / Year

Average cost for young drivers
$3,048 / Year

Average cost for Senior drivers
$1,805 / Year

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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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Average cost of car insurance by coverage levels in Illinois

Your car insurance cost largely comes down to the coverage limits you pick.

If you’re just looking to meet the state’s minimum requirements, you can expect to pay around $38 a month, or about $462 a year. It’s an affordable option, but remember that it only covers liability, so damages to your car won’t be covered.

For more complete protection, you may want to go with full coverage instead. Full coverage car insurance includes liability, collision and comprehensive coverage. Collision coverage covers damage to your car from accidents, regardless of fault. Comprehensive coverage protects against non-collision damages, like theft, vandalism and weather events.

On average, drivers in Illinois pay around $158 per month, or roughly $1,901 a year for full coverage. It’s a bit more expensive, but it can be worth the extra cost, especially if your car is new or financed.

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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Average car insurance cost in Illinois by city

Because car insurance rates vary by location, the city you live in also affects how much you pay. If you’re in cities like Chicago, Rockford or Waukegan, you’ll likely see higher premiums because of high traffic and accident rates, and greater risk of theft or damage.

On the other hand, drivers in cities like Naperville or Champaign pay significantly low insurance rates, on average between $1,673 and $1,676 a year. Insurers typically charge lower premiums in these cities due to fewer accidents, lower population density, vehicle theft and vandalism rates.

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 insurance for the first time or moving to a new state, understanding the required liability limits in Illinois can help you avoid fines and make smarter choices about your coverage.

Drivers in Illinois must carry at least the following minimum coverage limits to meet the state’s legal requirements:

  • 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 stands out as the most expensive car to insure in Illinois, with an average annual cost of $7,280.

The table below shows the most expensive vehicles to insure in Illinois along with their average annual insurance costs.

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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Car insurance rates can differ widely based on your location and driving profile. The best way to find the right coverage at the best price is to compare quotes from at least three insurance companies. Shopping around can help you save money on your car insurance premiums.

Methodology

Insure.com commissioned Quadrant Information Service to get 2025 car insurance data. Our team of data analysts and expert editors has analyzed 78,451,280 insurance quotes from 170 insurance companies across 34,588 ZIP codes to determine the average premiums. The insurance rates are based on a sample profile of a 40-year-old male and female drivers 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:

  • Teen drivers aged 16-19
  • Young drivers aged 20-24
  • Adult drivers aged 25-60
  • Senior drivers aged 65-75

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

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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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