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Full coverage car insurance in Illinois runs about $162 a month, or $1,938 a year, for the average driver. If you stick to your state’s minimum required liability coverage instead, that average drops to $44 a month, or $527 a year. Keep in mind these are statewide averages – your personal rate could be higher or lower.

Your actual premium depends on several factors – where you live, your age, your driving history, your credit score, and the type of vehicle you drive. Insurers also factor in state-level risks, such as accident frequency, repair and medical costs, theft rates, and weather patterns. That’s part of why drivers in busy cities pay more than drivers in rural areas.

Not everything is out of your hands. Keeping a clean driving record, building your credit score, bundling your policies, or shopping around for quotes can all help bring your rate down.

Average annual cost
$1,938

Average per month cost
$162

Average cost for state minimum coverage
$579 / Year

Cheapest car insurance company
Travelers

$1,428 / Year

Average cost for young drivers
$3,131 / Year

Average cost for Senior drivers
$1,927 / Year

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How much does car insurance cost in Illinois?

Full coverage in Illinois costs drivers $162 a month, or $1,938 a year, on average, while state minimum coverage averages $44 a month, or $527 a year.

Check the table below for a breakdown of average rates in Illinois, based on different coverage levels. Since these numbers are statewide averages, your own premium may differ.

Liability onlyFull coverageNon-owner state minimum liabilityState minimum liability-only
$579$1,938$518$527
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What does each coverage type include?

  • State minimum coverage: Meets your state’s legal requirements, covering liability only. It’s the cheapest option, but leaves you with minimal protection in a serious accident.
  • Liability only: Covers damage and injuries you cause to others, but not your own vehicle or injuries.
  • Comprehensive coverage: Pays for damage to your car from non-collision events, like theft, fire, or weather.
  • Collision coverage: Pays to repair or replace your car after an accident, regardless of who’s at fault.
  • Full coverage: Combines liability with comprehensive and collision coverage, protecting your own vehicle too. It costs more, but offers the most complete protection.
  • Non owners: Made for drivers without a vehicle of their own who borrow cars now and then and need liability coverage in place.

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Averages are a starting point, not your actual rate. Follow these four steps to get closer to your real number:

  1. Enter your vehicle’s year
  2. Select your state
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You’ll get instant estimates covering state minimum, liability only, and full coverage.

Data last refreshed in 2026
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Ways to bring your rate down in Illinois:

  • Shop at least three insurers before deciding, since the first quote rarely turns out to be the best one
  • Combine your home and auto coverage with one insurer to often unlock savings
  • Ask about every discount you might be eligible for
  • Stay violation-free, since a clean record signals lower risk and keeps premiums in check
  • Pay out of pocket for minor damage instead of filing a claim, which helps protect your rate from rising

How much car insurance coverage do you need in Illinois?

Drivers in Illinois must carry at least the state’s minimum liability coverage. This covers damage you cause to others, but not your own car or medical bills – if you’re at fault in a crash, you’d pay those costs yourself unless you have more coverage.

Minimum liability breaks down into two parts:

  • Bodily injury liability pays for others’ medical costs if you injure them. The “per person” limit caps what’s paid for one individual; the “per accident” limit caps the total for everyone.
  • Property damage liability pays to repair or replace others’ property, like their car or a fence.

Many drivers choose full coverage instead, which adds comprehensive and collision on top. It costs more, but protects your own vehicle too – from accidents, theft, or weather. If you’re financing or leasing, your lender likely requires it.

CoverageMinimum required

Bodily injury liability (per person)

$25,000

Bodily injury liability (per accident)

$50,000

Property damage liability

$20,000

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Who has the cheapest car insurance in Illinois?

Drivers in Illinois tend to find the best rates with Travelers, which averages $1,428 a year, or $119 a month, for full coverage with 100/300/100 limits and $500 collision and comprehensive deductibles.

GEICO follows closely with affordable premiums of its own, averaging $127 a month, or $1,524 a year.

While both insurers rank among the cheapest in Illinois, your actual rate depends on your own profile – it’s worth comparing quotes before you decide.

Affordable car insurance providers in Illinois

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Company GroupAvg. Annual PremiumAvg. Monthly Premium
Travelers$1,428$119
GEICO$1,524$127
Auto Club Group (AAA)$1,648$137
Progressive$1,699$142
Nationwide$1,900$158
Auto-Owners$1,978$165
Erie Insurance$2,156$180
Country Financial$2,374$198
Allstate$2,851$238
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How much does car insurance cost by city in Illinois?

Car insurance rates in Illinois vary by city – drivers in Champaign and Naperville pay $1,660 to $1,713 a year, while those in Chicago, Waukegan and Springfield pay significantly more.

Location affects your rate because insurers price risk differently by area. Cities with heavier traffic, higher accident rates, and more theft or vandalism tend to have higher premiums, while areas with lower population density and fewer claims generally see lower rates.

CityAverage annual cost
Champaign$1,660
Naperville$1,713
Elgin$1,796
Aurora$1,798
Peoria$1,847
Rockford$1,852
Joliet$1,863
Springfield$1,869
Waukegan$1,884
Chicago$2,373
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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.

How does age affect car insurance rates in Illinois?

Age is one of the biggest factors insurers use to determine how much you pay for coverage. Generally, premiums are highest for teen drivers, drop after age 25, stay relatively stable through adulthood, then rise again once drivers reach their early 70s. That’s because insurers view both very young and older drivers as higher risk – younger drivers due to limited experience, and older drivers due to slower reaction times and changes in vision.

Here’s a closer look at what you might pay in Illinois based on your age and gender.

Car insurance rates for young drivers in Illinois

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 $4,213 per year for car insurance, while females of the same age pay $3,636.

But by the time you turn 25, insurance premiums drop to $2,471 a year on average for male drivers and $2,410 for female drivers.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
20$4,213$3,636
21$3,435$3,125
22$3,111$2,876
23$2,918$2,739
24$2,695$2,599
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Car insurance rates for adults in Illinois

On average, an adult male driver in Illinois pays $1,984 a year for full coverage or $165 per month. Women pay $1,949 a year or $162 per month for the same coverage. Compared to teens who are just starting out and seniors who may have slower reaction times, adults are seen as less risky to insure, which is why their rates are typically lower.

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$2,471$2,410
30$2,148$2,134
35$2,048$2,030
40$1,948$1,929
45$1,894$1,868
50$1,828$1,790
55$1,767$1,715
60$1,769$1,708
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Car insurance rates for senior drivers in Illinois

If you’re a senior driver, your car insurance costs go up as you age, as insurers see older drivers as higher risk due to factors like slower reaction times and vision changes, which can increase the chance of an accident.

At age 65, men pay about $1,807 per year, while women pay $1,726. But by age 70, average annual premiums rise to $1,946 for men and $1,857 for women. At 75, rates increase even further – $2,168 for male drivers and $2,055 for female drivers.

Despite rates going up for seniors, 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$1,807$1,726
70$1,946$1,857
75$2,168$2,055
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Which cars are the cheapest and most expensive to insure in Illinois?

Jeep Wrangler is the most affordable vehicle to insure in Illinois, at $1,888 a year, while BMW M8 Gran Coupe tops the list as the priciest, at $5,438 a year. The vehicle you drive plays a major role in your premium – strong safety ratings, cheaper repairs, and fewer claims all bring costs down, while frequent theft, high repair bills, or higher accident rates push costs up.

Cheapest cars to insure in Illinois

Topping the list for affordability is Jeep Wrangler, averaging $1,888 a year, followed closely by Subaru Outback at $1,908 a year. Here’s a look at the cheapest cars to insure in Illinois and their average annual premiums:

Make ModelAvg. Annual Premium
Jeep Wrangler$1,888
Subaru Outback$1,908
Volkswagen Tiguan$1,935
Subaru Crosstrek$1,939
Honda CR-V$1,944
Mazda CX-5$1,952
Chevrolet Express$1,994
Honda Odyssey$1,995
Acura RDX$1,998
Fiat 500e$1,999
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Most expensive cars to insure in Illinois

No vehicle costs more to insure in Illinois than BMW M8 Gran Coupe, which averages $5,438 a year. Here’s a look at the priciest vehicles to insure and their average annual premiums:

Make ModelAvg. Annual Premium
BMW M8 Gran Coupe$5,438
BMW M5$5,129
Audi RS7$5,120
BMW M8$5,015
Audi S8$4,963
BMW M5 Touring$4,869
Mercedes-AMG GT$4,808
Lucid Air$4,785
Audi RS6$4,785
Mercedes-Benz S-Class$4,707
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Methodology

To determine average premiums, Insure.com commissioned Quadrant Information Services for 2026 car insurance data. Our team of data analysts and editors analyzed quotes from 195 insurance companies across 34,595 ZIP codes.

Rates are based on a sample profile of 40-year-old male and female drivers driving a Honda Accord LX with a clean driving record and a good insurance score. We gathered quotes across three coverage levels:

  • Full coverage: limits of $100,000 per person for bodily injury, $300,000 per accident, and $100,000 for property damage per accident.
  • State minimum: the lowest coverage your state legally allows.
  • Liability only: limits of $50,000 per person for bodily injury, $100,000 per accident, and $100,000 for property damage per accident.

Additionally, we collected average rates for drivers across four age groups:

  • Teen drivers (16-19)
  • Young drivers (20-24)
  • Adult drivers (25-26)
  • Senior drivers (65-75)

To compare costs across vehicles, we also analyzed rates for 1,549 make and model combinations, based on a 40-year-old male driver with the same coverage level (100/300/100 limits with a $500 collision/comprehensive deductible), a 12-mile commute, and 10,000 annual mileage.

The national average comes to $2,578. These rates are for comparison purposes, and your own rates may vary.

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No. of carriers analyzed

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