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If you’re in Michigan, your monthly cost for full coverage car insurance is $262, which adds up to $3,146 per year. For minimum coverage, expect to pay an average of $60 monthly, or $714 a year.

Insurance companies calculate your premiums based partly on where you live. They consider factors such as traffic and accident rates, the number of car thefts in your area, and how expensive it is to repair your vehicle.

If you live in a busy city with heavy traffic and high theft rates, you’ll likely pay more for car insurance than someone in a rural area with fewer cars on the road and lower accident risks.

Other than location, your age, driving history, credit score and ZIP code also influence your insurance rates.

Average annual cost
$3,146

Average per month cost
$262

Average cost for state minimum coverage
$761 / Year

Cheapest car insurance company
GEICO

$1,827 / Year

Average cost for young drivers
$5,194 / Year

Average cost for Senior drivers
$3,009 / Year

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Average car insurance cost in Michigan

If you’re a resident of Michigan, full coverage car insurance typically costs about $262 per month, adding up to $3,146 a year. Choosing the minimum required coverage can lower your monthly car insurance cost to $60, or $714 annually.

The amount you pay for car insurance can vary widely based on factors such as your age, driving record, credit history, location, and the make and model of your vehicle.

Cheapest car insurance companies in Michigan

GEICO has the cheapest rates, at an average annual cost of $1,827 or $152 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 $182 per month or $2,182 annually.

While these insurance companies have some of the lowest average rates in Michigan, 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 Michigan

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Company nameAverage per month costAverage annual cost
GEICO$152$1,827
Travelers$182$2,182
Auto-Owners$240$2,877
Auto Club Group – ACG (AAA)$245$2,935
Progressive$264$3,165
Michigan Farm Bureau$323$3,870
Pioneer State Mutual$333$3,996
Frankenmuth Insurance$359$4,312
State Farm$373$4,477
USAA*$151$1,811
*USAA is only available to military community members and their families.
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Average cost of car insurance by coverage levels in Michigan

Your car insurance premium is determined by the coverage limits you choose.

If you purchase only the state’s minimum liability limits, you’ll pay $60 per month or $714 annually. While an affordable option, it only includes liability coverage. That means any damage to your own vehicle won’t be covered.

If you’re looking for more robust protection, consider choosing full coverage car insurance. It includes liability coverage, plus collision and comprehensive insurance. Collision coverage covers damage to your vehicle in an accident, no matter who’s at fault. Comprehensive insurance covers theft, vandalism or weather-related damage to your car.

In Michigan, drivers typically pay $262 per month or $3,146 annually for full coverage car insurance.

Although it costs more than minimum coverage, full coverage can be a smart choice -particularly if you have a newer or financed vehicle.

Coverage limitsAverage annual cost
State minimum liability-only$714
Liability only$761
Full coverage$3,146
Non-owner state minimum liability$462
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Average car insurance cost in Michigan 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 Detroit, Dearborn or Warren, 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 Ann Arbor or Grand Rapids pay significantly low insurance rates, on average between $2,628 and $2,898 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
Ann Arbor$2,628
Grand Rapids$2,898
Lansing$2,937
Troy$3,287
Livonia$3,467
Sterling Heights$3,850
Westland$3,957
Warren$4,226
Dearborn$5,150
Detroit$6,706
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Average car insurance cost in Michigan 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 Michigan for a full coverage policy based on your age and gender.

Average car insurance cost in Michigan 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 Michigan pay an average of $6,425 per year for car insurance, while females of the same age pay $6,425.

But by the time you turn 25, insurance premiums drop to $3,757 a year on average for male drivers and $3,757 for female drivers.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
20$6,425$6,425
21$5,253$5,253
22$5,058$5,058
23$4,716$4,716
24$4,524$4,524
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Average car insurance cost in Michigan for adult drivers

On average, an adult male driver in Michigan pays $3,114 a year for full coverage or $259 per month. Women pay $3,114 a year or $259 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$3,757$3,757
30$3,345$3,345
35$3,230$3,230
40$3,146$3,146
45$3,071$3,071
50$2,894$2,894
55$2,759$2,759
60$2,708$2,708
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Average car insurance cost in Michigan 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 $2,743 per year, while women pay $2,743. But by age 70, average premiums rise to $3,001 for men and $3,001 annually for women. At 75, rates increase even further – $3,288 for male drivers and $3,288 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$2,743$2,743
70$3,001$3,001
75$3,288$3,288
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Minimum car insurance requirements in Michigan

Whether you’re purchasing a policy for the first time or relocating to Michigan, it’s important to understand the state’s liability coverage requirements.

Drivers in Michigan must carry at least the following minimum coverage limits to stay compliant with the law:

  • Bodily injury per person: $50,000
  • Bodily injury per accident: $100,000
  • Property damage liability: $10,000

Cheapest cars to insure in Michigan

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.

Subaru Outback tops the list for cheapest car to insure in Michigan at an average cost of $2,473 a year, followed closely by Chevrolet Express at $2,499 per year.

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

Make ModelAverage annual premium
Subaru Outback$2,473
Chevrolet Express$2,499
Honda CR-V$2,517
Jeep Wrangler$2,529
Acura RDX$2,554
Chevrolet TrailBlazer$2,575
GMC Savana$2,579
Mini Cooper Countryman JCW$2,592
Mini Cooper Electric$2,597
Honda Pilot$2,625
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Most expensive cars to insure in Michigan

Maserati Quattroporte is one of the most expensive vehicles to insure in Michigan, with an average annual cost of $9,523.

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

Make ModelAverage annual premium
Maserati Quattroporte$9,523
Maserati Ghibli$9,005
BMW M8 Gran Coupe$7,431
Nissan GT-R$7,420
Porsche 911 GT3$7,276
Mercedes-AMG G63$7,113
Audi RS Q8$7,074
BMW X6 M$7,027
Audi RS7$7,017
BMW i7$6,958
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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 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.

78.5M

Quotes reviewed

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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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