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Car insurance for teens in Idaho costs more than it does for older drivers, but the price depends on factors like age, gender, coverage limits, and the insurer you choose. Knowing the state averages can help you budget, compare quotes, and figure out what’s realistic for your family.

Use our calculator to estimate what you might pay to insure your teen in Idaho. Getting a personalized estimate can help you budget with confidence, compare against state averages, and decide which coverage and insurer are the best fit.

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Full coverage – 100/300/100 liability, $500 collision and $500 comprehensive deductibles. State minimum liability – Liability coverage limits vary by state, no coverage for physical damage to your vehicle. Liability only – 100/300/100 liability, no coverage for physical damage to your vehicle.
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Average annual rates for state teen drivers
$6,499 Average rate
$11,316 Highest
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Most expensive companies for auto insurance in ()

Company Average annual rate
Farmers $11,316
Allstate $10,238
USAA $7,486

Least expensive companies for auto insurance in ()

Company Average annual rate
Auto-Owners $3,982
Idaho Farm Bureau $4,045
State Farm $4,409

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Average teen car insurance costs in Idaho

On average, insuring a teen driver in Idaho costs $4,726 per year for a policy with 100/300/100 coverage limits – that’s $100,000 for one person injured in an accident, $300,000 for all injuries in a single accident, and $100,000 for property damage – plus $500 deductibles for collision and comprehensive.

Because teens are new to the road, insurers view them as higher risk, which makes their premiums much steeper than those of adults.

Your rate may also change based on the coverage you select, the type of car your teen drives, and where you live. Families in Idaho can save money by asking about good student discounts, signing up teens for a driving course, or adding them to an existing family policy.

Teen car insurance rates in Idaho, by age

Rates change quickly as teens get older. For example, a full coverage policy for a 16-year-old in Idaho averages $6,031 per year. At 19, the average falls again to $3,356.

Premiums are still higher than those for adult drivers, but the steady decline shows how experience behind the wheel helps bring costs down over time.

See the table below for average teen car insurance rates in Idaho by age.

AgeAverage annual premium
16$6,031
17$5,055
18$4,461
19$3,356
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Average teen car insurance costs in Idaho, by gender

In most states, car insurance rates differ by gender, though California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania prohibit the practice. In Idaho, a 16-year-old male pays about $6,499 per year, compared to $5,563 for a female of the same age – a difference of $936.

According to the most recent data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, a total of 3,048 teenagers ages 13-19 lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes in 2023, with two of every three teenagers who died in crashes in 2023 being males.

These crash trends help explain why teen boys usually face higher insurance costs than girls. Because young men are more likely to be in serious accidents, insurers factor that added risk into their rates.

The table below shows car insurance rates for teens by gender in Idaho.

AgeAverage annual premium for maleAverage annual premium for female
16$6,499$5,563
17$5,467$4,642
18$4,863$4,059
19$3,684$3,028
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Cheapest car insurance companies for teen drivers in Idaho

Car insurance for teens is expensive everywhere, but some companies consistently offer lower rates. That’s why comparing quotes is the best way to find the most affordable coverage for your family.

In Idaho, Auto-Owners offers the lowest rates for drivers ages 16-19, averaging $2,753 per year for full coverage with 100/300/100 limits and $500 deductibles.

The next lowest average premium comes from State Farm, at $3,306.

See the table below for the cheapest companies offering teen car insurance in Idaho.

CompanyAverage annual premium
Auto-Owners$2,753
State Farm$3,306
Idaho Farm Bureau$3,409
GEICO$3,663
Travelers$3,937
Nationwide$5,137
Sentry Insurance$5,277
Allstate$7,246
Farmers$7,987
USAA*$4,541
*USAA is only available to military community members and their families.
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Minimum coverage requirements for teens in Idaho

In Idaho, teen drivers must meet the same minimum liability requirements as adults:

  • $25,000 for bodily injury liability per person
  • $50,000 for bodily injury liability per accident
  • $15,000 for property damage liability

These limits are designed as a baseline, but they may not be enough to cover serious accidents. Many families choose higher limits for more protection when adding a teen driver.

If the car is financed or leased, comprehensive and collision coverage are also required. These cover damage to your own car from accidents, theft, or weather.

Smart ways to save on car insurance for your teen

There’s no avoiding the fact that insuring a teen driver costs more, but you can take steps to manage the expense while keeping them safe on the road:

  • Check state averages. Knowing what families typically pay in your state gives you a ballpark figure to budget and compare against quotes.
  • Choose the right car. A safe, reliable sedan is far cheaper to insure than a luxury or sports car.
  • Consider full coverage. Liability is cheaper, but full coverage offers better protection against accidents, injuries, and costly repairs.
  • Ask about discounts. Many insurers reward good grades, defensive driving courses, or low mileage with lower rates.
  • Talk with your teen. Driving isn’t just freedom – it’s responsibility. Open conversations about risks and safety can encourage habits that save lives.
  • Review your rates each year. Premiums usually drop as your teen gains experience and keeps a clean record, so it’s worth checking annually.

Helping your teen start off safely on the road

Adding a teen to your policy will raise your rates at first, but those costs don’t stay high forever. With each year of safe driving, premiums generally go down.

You can lower expenses by comparing quotes, bundling policies, and asking about discounts. More importantly, insuring your teen isn’t just about following state rules – it’s about protecting your finances and giving your young driver a safe, confident start on the road.

Methodology

Insure.com analyzed rates collected from Quadrant Information Services for teen male and female drivers aged 16-19 for a full coverage policy with limits of 100/300/100 and $500 collision and comprehensive deductibles.

To evaluate the premiums, our data experts compared rates 53,409,632 insurance quotes from 170 insurance companies across 34,588 ZIP codes. The rates are for comparison purposes only; your exact rates may vary.

Car insurance costs for teens in other states

Alaska$5,151/Year
Alabama$5,995/Year
Arkansas$6,560/Year
Arizona$7,075/Year
California$6,233/Year
Colorado$5,725/Year
Connecticut$7,078/Year
Delaware$7,504/Year
Florida$7,264/Year
Georgia$6,397/Year
Hawaii$1,639/Year
Iowa$4,422/Year
Illinois$4,714/Year
Indiana$4,614/Year
Kansas$5,764/Year
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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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