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If you live in Rhode Island, you can expect to pay an average of around $225 per month for full coverage car insurance, or $2,706 per year. If you carry only your state’s minimum required liability coverage, your cost drops to about $63 monthly or $761 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 annual cost
$2,706

Average per month cost
$225

Average cost for state minimum coverage
$954 / Year

Cheapest car insurance company
Travelers

$2,141 / Year

Average cost for young drivers
$4,962 / Year

Average cost for Senior drivers
$2,827 / Year

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Average car insurance cost in Rhode Island

If you’re a resident of Rhode Island, full coverage car insurance typically costs about $225 per month, adding up to $2,706 a year. Choosing the minimum required coverage can lower your monthly car insurance cost to $63, or $761 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 Rhode Island

Travelers has the cheapest rates, at an average annual cost of $2,141 or $178 a month for a full coverage policy with limits of 100/300/100 and $500 collision and comprehensive deductibles.

State Farm also stands out for its affordable premiums, with an average cost of $180 per month or $2,162 annually.

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

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Company nameAverage per month costAverage annual cost
Travelers$178$2,141
State Farm$180$2,162
Progressive$197$2,369
Nationwide$239$2,866
American Family$244$2,924
GEICO$249$2,982
Allstate$265$3,181
Amica$274$3,293
Farmers$328$3,939
USAA*$117$1,399
*USAA is only available to military community members and their families.
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Average cost of car insurance by coverage levels in Rhode Island

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 $63 a month, or about $761 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 Rhode Island pay around $225 per month, or roughly $2,706 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$761
Liability only$954
Full coverage$2,706
Non-owner state minimum liability$451
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Average car insurance cost in Rhode Island 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 Providence, Central Falls or Cranston, 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 Newport or Coventry pay significantly low insurance rates, on average between $2,174 and $2,524 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
Newport$2,174
Coventry$2,524
Cumberland$2,695
Woonsocket$2,718
Warwick$2,725
East Providence$2,937
Pawtucket$3,187
Cranston$3,229
Central Falls$3,314
Providence$3,631
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Average car insurance cost in Rhode Island by age

Age is one of the most important factors insurers consider when pricing car insurance. Young drivers usually pay more because insurers see them as higher risk due to their limited experience behind the wheel.

Premiums are typically most expensive for teens, begin to decrease after age 25, and then rise again as drivers enter their 70s.

Here’s a breakdown of what you might pay for full coverage in Rhode Island, based on age and gender.

Average car insurance cost in Rhode Island for young drivers

If you’re a younger driver, expect to pay higher premiums on your car insurance.

Insurers consider young drivers risky because of the increased risk that comes with limited driving experience.

For instance, a 20-year-old male driver in Rhode Island pays an average of $7,762 annually for car insurance, compared to $6,602 for a female driver of the same age.

By age 25, car insurance premiums typically decrease to $3,235 per year for male drivers and $3,128 for female drivers. While still slightly above average, it’s a substantial drop from what drivers pay in their early 20s.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
20$7,762$6,602
21$5,545$4,597
22$4,862$4,265
23$4,267$3,877
24$3,885$3,630
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Average car insurance cost in Rhode Island for adult drivers

An adult driver aged 25-60 in Rhode Island pays $2,733 annually for full coverage, or around $228 each month. Women in the same age group pay $2,684 per year or $224 per month.

Since rates vary based on driving profile, comparing quotes is the best way to make sure you’re getting the best deal on your coverage.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
25$3,235$3,128
30$2,891$2,830
35$2,787$2,743
40$2,723$2,689
45$2,674$2,633
50$2,573$2,534
55$2,493$2,453
60$2,524$2,485
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Average car insurance cost in Rhode Island for senior drivers

Car insurance premiums tend to rise for older drivers. At age 65, men typically pay $2,762 annually, while women pay $2,745.

By 70, average rates go up to $2,802 for men and $2,785 for women. At age 75, costs increase further, reaching $2,949 for men and $2,923 for women each year. Insurers often raise rates for older drivers due to age-related risks like slower response times and declining vision.

However, you can still lower your premium by keeping a clean driving record and taking advantage of senior discounts.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
65$2,762$2,745
70$2,802$2,785
75$2,949$2,923
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Minimum car insurance requirements in Rhode Island

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

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

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

Cheapest cars to insure in Rhode Island

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 Forester tops the list for cheapest car to insure in Rhode Island at an average cost of $2,236 a year, followed closely by Honda CR-V at $2,251 per year.

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

Make ModelAverage annual premium
Subaru Forester$2,236
Honda CR-V$2,251
Honda HR-V$2,252
Chrysler Voyager$2,260
Volkswagen Tiguan$2,285
Subaru Outback$2,288
Mazda CX-5$2,312
Subaru Crosstrek$2,348
Mini Cooper Countryman JCW$2,353
Subaru Impreza$2,356
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Most expensive cars to insure in Rhode Island

Mercedes-AMG EQS is one of the most expensive vehicles to insure in Rhode Island, with an average annual cost of $8,047.

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

Make ModelAverage annual premium
Mercedes-AMG EQS$8,047
Maserati Quattroporte$7,799
BMW i7$7,536
Audi e-tron GT$7,266
BMW M8 Gran Coupe$7,153
Audi RS7$6,953
Maserati Ghibli$6,937
Porsche Taycan$6,935
Audi RS6$6,899
Tesla Model S$6,684
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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.

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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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