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Car insurance is essential in North Carolina, but finding the right plan at the right price isn’t always easy. That’s where our North Carolina car insurance calculator can help.

Use our auto insurance calculator to see your estimated annual and monthly costs in North Carolina. It factors in your vehicle’s make and model so you can make informed coverage decisions.

How to use our car insurance calculator to estimate your rates in North Carolina

Our calculator makes it easy to get a quick, personalized car insurance estimate. Just follow these simple steps to see your potential rates – and compare options – without the guesswork.

  • Step 1: Choose the model year of your car.
  • Step 2: Choose the make and model of your car.
  • Step 3: Choose your state.
  • Step 4: Click on the “Get My Rates” button to get a car insurance estimate.
  • Step 5: Expand your options by adding more vehicles, or take the next step by clicking the “Get quotes” button to compare policies and prices.
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Does your vehicle model affect car insurance rates in North Carolina?

Your car’s make and model play a big role in determining insurance rates. Insurers account for multiple factors – including your vehicle’s make and model – to calculate premiums.

For example, insuring a Honda Accord LX around $2,041 per year for a full coverage policy. On the other hand, coverage for a Honda CR-V costs $1,544, a difference of $497.

How your car’s model year affects insurance rates in North Carolina

In North Carolina, insurance premiums often change depending on the car’s model year. For instance, a 2023 Honda Accord LX costs an average of $2,201 year to insure, whereas the 2024 model costs $1,894 annually.

Know the minimum insurance you need in North Carolina

Every state has specific car insurance requirements. In North Carolina, you must carry at least the minimum liability coverage to drive legally, which generally includes:

  • Bodily injury liability per person and per accident
  • Property damage liability

While these limits meet North Carolina’s legal requirements, many drivers choose higher coverage for greater financial security after an accident. Failing to maintain the required insurance can lead to penalties such as fines, license suspension or vehicle impoundment.

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.

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How your car’s trim affects insurance rates in North Carolina

In North Carolina, insurance premiums vary depending on your vehicle’s trim. Higher trims with upgraded technology or more powerful engines are often more expensive to insure because of their costly replacement and repair costs.

For instance, full coverage car insurance for a 2023 Honda Accord LX in North Carolina costs $2,201 per year. On the other hand, the Honda Accord EX-L trim costs $1,837 annually to insure – a difference of $364.

Luxury features such as premium audio systems can increase a vehicle’s value, leading to higher premiums. Similarly, performance trims with larger engines may raise insurance premiums due to the higher risk of accidents or speeding.

What drivers pay for car insurance in North Carolina

In North Carolina, the average cost of full coverage car insurance is $2,587 per year, or $216 per month. Your rate may be higher or lower depending on the coverage you choose.

Below, you’ll find estimates for different coverage levels in North Carolina, but keep in mind that factors like your vehicle, driving history, and other personal details can affect your final premium.

Coverage levelAverage annual rateAverage monthly rate
Full Coverage – 100/300/100 BI/PD – 500 Comp/Coll$2,587$216
Liability Only – 50/100/50 BI/PD$717$60
State Minimum BI/PD$644$54
Non-Owners$581$48
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Car insurance costs in North Carolina by city

Car insurance rates in North Carolina vary significantly depending on the city you live in. Factors like traffic congestion, accident frequency, weather conditions and crime rates all influence how much drivers pay for coverage. For instance, drivers in Cerro Gordo pay $3,174 annually for full coverage, while those in Salter Path pay closer to $2,039 per year.

Top 20 cities with cheapest car insurance rates in North Carolina

CityAvg. Annual PremiumAvg. Monthly Premium
Salter Path$2,039$170
Smyrna$2,048$171
Merritt$2,052$171
Cherry Point$2,063$172
Gloucester$2,063$172
Carrboro$2,164$180
Chapel Hill$2,175$181
Calabash$2,186$182
Beaufort$2,194$183
Morehead City$2,203$184
Atlantic Beach$2,206$184
Harkers Island$2,209$184
Newport$2,220$185
Sunset Beach$2,223$185
Ocean Isle Beach$2,224$185
Stella$2,232$186
Morrisville$2,234$186
Hubert$2,238$187
Holly Ridge$2,239$187
Maysville$2,239$187
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Top 20 cities with most expensive car insurance in rates North Carolina

CityAvg. Annual PremiumAvg. Monthly Premium
Cerro Gordo$3,174$264
Clarendon$3,151$263
Brunswick$3,149$262
Nakina$3,149$262
Evergreen$3,148$262
Chadbourn$3,145$262
Whiteville$3,143$262
Hallsboro$3,136$261
Fair Bluff$3,134$261
Council$3,132$261
Tabor City$3,127$261
Dublin$3,125$260
Clarkton$3,123$260
Newell$3,120$260
Bladenboro$3,109$259
White Oak$3,109$259
Tar Heel$3,106$259
Elizabethtown$3,103$259
Marston$3,060$255
Mc Farlan$3,021$252
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Want to know what you’ll pay? Try our North Carolina car insurance calculator

Our North Carolina car insurance calculator estimates your rate based on your location, vehicle make, and model year. Just enter a few details for a personalized estimate, then compare quotes from multiple insurers to find the best fit.

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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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