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Car insurance for teens in Mississippi is more expensive than it is for older drivers, but costs depend on several factors, including age, gender, coverage limits, and the insurer you choose. Knowing the averages in your state can help you budget, compare quotes, and find the best option for your family.

Use our calculator to estimate what car insurance might cost for your teen in Mississippi. Having a ballpark figure makes it easier to budget, compare quotes, and choose the coverage that works best for your family.

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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
$8,908 Average rate
$17,641 Highest
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Most expensive companies for auto insurance in ()

Company Average annual rate
Safeway Insurance $17,641
Allstate $12,911
Progressive $10,918

Least expensive companies for auto insurance in ()

Company Average annual rate
Southern Farm Bureau $4,145
Nationwide $5,104
State Farm $6,347

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Average teen car insurance costs in Mississippi

On average, insuring a teen driver in Mississippi costs $6,244 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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi, by age

Rates change quickly as teens get older. For example, a full coverage policy for a 16-year-old in Mississippi averages $7,951 per year. At 19, the average falls again to $4,523.

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 Mississippi by age.

AgeAverage annual premium
16$7,951
17$6,768
18$5,847
19$4,523
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Teen car insurance rates in Mississippi, by gender

In most states, insurers set rates differently for male and female drivers, though California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania prohibit this. In Mississippi, a 16-year-old male pays around $8,224 per year, compared to $7,693 for a female – a difference of $531.

Crash data helps explain the gap. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 3,048 teens ages 13-19 lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes in 2023, and two out of three were male. Because young men are more likely to be in serious accidents, insurers factor that risk into their rates.

The table below shows average teen car insurance rates in Mississippi by gender.

AgeAverage annual premium for maleAverage annual premium for female
16$8,224$7,693
17$7,023$6,527
18$6,249$5,460
19$4,859$4,188
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Cheapest car insurance companies for teen drivers in Mississippi

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 Mississippi, Southern Farm Bureau offers the lowest rates for drivers ages 16-19, averaging $3,637 per year for full coverage with 100/300/100 limits and $500 deductibles.

The next lowest average premium comes from Nationwide, at $4,137.

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

CompanyAverage annual premium
Southern Farm Bureau$3,637
Nationwide$4,137
State Farm$4,807
Travelers$4,960
Shelter Insurance$6,632
GEICO$7,333
Safeway Insurance$9,249
Progressive$9,326
Allstate$9,454
USAA*$4,175
*USAA is only available to military community members and their families.
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Minimum car insurance requirements for teens in Mississippi

In Mississippi, teen drivers must carry the same minimum liability coverage as adults before getting behind the wheel. That includes:

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

State-minimum limits offer only basic protection, and the cost of medical care or vehicle repairs can easily exceed them. That’s why it’s wise to choose higher coverage limits-especially when adding a new teen driver to your policy.

If your car is financed or leased, your lender will require comprehensive and collision coverage. These protections help pay for repairs to your own vehicle after an accident, theft, or weather damage.

Smart ways to save on car insurance for your teen

From choosing the right car to asking about discounts, taking a few smart steps can make coverage more affordable while keeping your teen safe on the road.

  • Estimate the cost of coverage. Look up what families typically pay for teen drivers in your state. Having that ballpark figure helps you budget ahead of time and spot whether the quotes you receive are higher or lower than average.
  • Buy a safer vehicle. A safe, reliable sedan will cost much less to insure than a flashy sports car or a luxury vehicle.
  • Buy a full coverage policy. Basic liability is cheaper, but many families choose higher coverage for teens to protect against the bigger risks of accidents, costly vehicle repairs, or injuries to others.
  • Ask about discounts. Many insurers offer savings if your teen gets good grades, takes a defensive driving course, or drives fewer miles.
  • Talk to your teen about the responsibility that comes with driving. Bring your teen into the insurance conversation so they see that driving isn’t just about freedom-it’s about responsibility. Talking openly about risks and safety can help them make better choices behind the wheel that could protect their life and others on the road.
  • Review your rates each year: As your teen gains experience and maintains a clean driving record, insurance costs often go down-making it worth checking your policy annually.

Helping your teen start off safely on the road

Adding your teen to your car insurance policy will raise your rates at first-but it won’t last forever. As they gain experience and prove themselves as safe drivers, premiums usually go down year by year.

You can ease the cost by comparing quotes, bundling policies, and asking about discounts. More importantly, insuring your teen isn’t just about following state rules. It’s about giving them a safe, confident start on the road while protecting your family financially.

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
Washington, D.C.$5,799/Year
Delaware$7,504/Year
Florida$7,264/Year
Georgia$6,397/Year
Hawaii$1,639/Year
Iowa$4,422/Year
Idaho$4,726/Year
Illinois$4,714/Year
Indiana$4,614/Year
Kansas$5,764/Year
Kentucky$6,573/Year
Louisiana$8,376/Year
Massachusetts$5,299/Year
Maryland$5,359/Year
Maine$4,082/Year
Michigan$6,495/Year
Minnesota$5,242/Year
Missouri$5,911/Year
Montana$6,808/Year
North Carolina$3,909/Year
North Dakota$5,476/Year
Nebraska$5,585/Year
New Hampshire$4,141/Year
New Jersey$6,557/Year
New Mexico$6,351/Year
Nevada$7,505/Year
New York$5,360/Year
Ohio$4,697/Year
Oklahoma$6,726/Year
Oregon$5,819/Year
Pennsylvania$5,589/Year
Rhode Island$7,124/Year
South Carolina$6,021/Year
South Dakota$6,328/Year
Tennessee$5,696/Year
Texas$4,607/Year
Utah$6,444/Year
Virginia$4,495/Year
Vermont$4,534/Year
Washington$5,244/Year
Wisconsin$5,774/Year
West Virginia$6,387/Year
Wyoming$5,037/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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