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The average insurance cost for a Toyota Tacoma in 2024 is $1,917 per year. The Toyota Tacoma was among the 25 best-selling vehicles in the U.S. last year, according to Kelley Blue Book.

But no matter whether you bought your Toyota Tacoma new or used, it’s a big investment – the average new car buyer in the U.S. paid $48,334 in July 2023, according to Kelley Blue Book. The cost of insuring a car can vary greatly, so be mindful of how much car insurance costs if you want to stay within a monthly budget.

Key Takeaways

  • The annual average nationwide rate for a Toyota Tacoma is $1,917.
  • State Farm offers the cheapest car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma.
  • The cheapest states for insurance for a Toyota Tacoma are Maine, Hawaii and New York.
  • The most expensive states for insurance for a Toyota Tacoma are Louisiana, Michigan and California.
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How much does it cost to insure a Toyota Tacoma?

Full coverage car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma is less than the nationwide average of $2,305 per year. Full coverage comprises liability insurance, comprehensive and collision and is much more expensive than liability coverage alone.

The age of your vehicle and its make, model and trim all affect car insurance rates, in additional to personal factors about the driver(s), homeowner status and location.

The table below shows annual rates for full coverage car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma.

ModelAverage full coverage cost annuallyAverage full coverage cost monthly
Toyota Tacoma$1,917 $160

Car insurance cost for a Toyota Tacoma, by age

Cost of Toyota Tacoma insurance for 18-year-olds

Insurance rates vary significantly by age. Teens pay the highest rates for car insurance because they are riskier drivers and have less experience driving.

Car insurance for an 18-year-old driving a Toyota Tacoma costs $7,182 per year. The table below shows the cost of car insurance for an 18-year-old driving a Toyota Tacoma.

ModelAverage annual full coverage costAverage monthly full coverage cost
Toyota Tacoma$7,182 $599

Toyota Tacoma auto insurance cost, by state

Car insurance rates vary significantly by state. State laws and a state’s no-fault vs. tort classification all affect how much folks pay for car insurance in a state and individual factors.

Full coverage car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma costs $1,917 per year. See the annual and monthly rates by state for a Toyota Tacoma in each state in the table below.

StateAnnual premiumMonthly premium
Alabama$1,933$161
Alaska$1,717$143
Arizona$1,963$164
Arkansas$2,031$169
California$2,517$210
Colorado$2,439$203
Connecticut$1,788$149
Delaware$2,033$169
Florida$2,508$209
Georgia$2,285$190
Hawaii$1,347$112
Idaho$1,484$124
Illinois$1,834$153
Indiana$1,678$140
Iowa$1,625$135
Kansas$1,829$152
Kentucky$2,270$189
Louisiana$2,959$247
Maine$1,339$112
Maryland$1,827$152
Massachusetts$1,762$147
Michigan$2,522$210
Minnesota$1,998$167
Mississippi$1,792$149
Missouri$2,140$178
Montana$1,950$163
Nebraska$2,075$173
Nevada$1,828$152
New Hampshire$1,392$116
New Jersey$2,013$168
New Mexico$2,074$173
New York$1,383$115
North Carolina$1,739$145
North Dakota$1,665$139
Ohio$1,612$134
Oklahoma$1,939$162
Oregon$1,872$156
Pennsylvania$1,946$162
Rhode Island$2,223$185
South Carolina$1,944$162
South Dakota$2,278$190
Tennessee$2,071$173
Texas$2,304$192
Utah$1,815$151
Vermont$1,445$120
Virginia$1,432$119
Washington$1,716$143
Washington, D.C.$2,109$176
West Virginia$1,817$151
Wisconsin$1,472$123
Wyoming$2,096$175

10 most expensive states for car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma

The most expensive states for full coverage car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma are as follows:

  1. Louisiana
  2. Michigan
  3. California
  4. Florida
  5. Colorado
  6. Texas
  7. Georgia
  8. South Dakota
  9. Kentucky
  10. Rhode Island

10 cheapest states for car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma

The cheapest states for full coverage car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma are as follows:

  1. Maine
  2. Hawaii
  3. New York
  4. New Hampshire
  5. Virginia
  6. Vermont
  7. Wisconsin
  8. Idaho
  9. Ohio
  10. Iowa

Toyota Tacoma insurance cost, by city

Car insurance rates for a Toyota Tacoma also vary based upon your location. In the top 10 U.S. cities (by population), rates for a Toyota Tacoma range from $1,901 in New York, New York to $3,332 in Los Angeles, California. See more rates in the top 10 cities in the table below.

CityAverage annual full coverage premium
Chicago, Illinois$2,048
Houston, Texas$2,570
Los Angeles, California$3,332
New York, New York$1,901
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania$2,964
Phoenix, Arizona$2,601
San Antonio, Texas$2,339
San Jose, California$2,234

Car insurance cost for a Toyota Tacoma, by company

Car insurance rates also vary by company – each insurer has a proprietary rating algorithm that sets rates based on risk. So, insurance for a Toyota Tacoma may be more expensive from one insurer than another, so you get quotes from several insurers before committing to a policy.

“Insurance premiums vary by vehicle model and trim level because insurance companies use this information to predict the risk of the driver and potential financial loss, and hence the risk to the insurer,” says Jim Brau, Joel C. Peterson professor of finance at Brigham Young University’s Marriott School of Business. “Certain models and trims – for example, a brand-new fire-engine red – convertible sports car, turn out to be more risky to the insurance company than a 15-year-old sedan that can barely top out at 65 mph.”

See insurance rates for a Toyota Tacoma from several insurers in the table below.

CompanyAverage annual premiumAverage 6-month premiumAverage monthly premium
Allstate$2,742$1,371$229
Farmers$2,421$1,211$202
Geico$1,600$800$133
Nationwide$1,546$773$129
Progressive$1,937 $969$161
State Farm$1,337 $669$111

This model is one of the most popular cars in 2023, according to Kelley Blue Book. Here’s a list of the top 25 best-selling vehicles of 2023:

  1. Ford F-Series
  2. Chevrolet Silverado
  3. Ram Pickup
  4. Toyota RAV4
  5. Tesla Model Y
  6. Honda CR-V
  7. GMC Sierra
  8. Toyota Camry
  9. Nissan Rogue
  10. Jeep Grand Cherokee
  11. Toyota Tacoma
  12. Tesla Model 3
  13. Toyota Corolla
  14. Chevrolet Equinox
  15. Hyundai Tucson
  16. Honda Civic
  17. Honda Accord
  18. Ford Explorer
  19. Toyota Highlander
  20. Subaru Outback
  21. Subaru Crosstrek
  22. Jeep Wrangler
  23. Mazda CX-5
  24. Subaru Forester
  25. Ford Escape

Car insurance averages by make and model

Car insurance rates vary by make and model. In general, cars that are more expensive – think luxury vehicles, EVs and sports cars – are more expensive to insure. Cars with smaller engines and a lot of safety features are cheaper to insure.

See the average annual full coverage rates for the top 25 most popular vehicles in 2023 in the table below.

ModelAverage annual full coverage premium
Chevrolet Equinox$1,835
Chevrolet Silverado$2,157
Ford Escape$1,850
Ford Explorer$2,061
Ford F-series$2,202
GMC Sierra$2,154
Honda Accord$2,020
Honda Civic$2,059
Honda CR-V$1,722
Hyundai Tucson$1,828
Jeep Grand Cherokee$2,148
Jeep Wrangler$1,861
Mazda CX-5$1,773
Nissan Rogue$1,962
Ram Pickup$2,233
Subaru Crosstrek$1,790
Subaru Forester$1,757
Subaru Outback$1,797
Tesla Model 3$3,397
Tesla Model Y$3,115
Toyota Camry$2,093
Toyota Corolla$2,189
Toyota Highlander$1,980
Toyota RAV4$1,898
Toyota Tacoma$1,917

Which body styles are cheaper or more expensive for car insurance?

Sedans tend to be more expensive to insure than trucks or SUVs for several reasons – they’re a higher theft risk and they’re smaller than SUVs and trucks, so they are more likely to be damaged in a crash with a larger vehicle.

Below, see annual rates for full coverage for sedans, SUVs and trucks.

Body typeAverage annual premiumAverage monthly premium
Convertible$2,768 $231
Electric$2,799 $233
Hatchback$1,976 $165
Hybrid$2,307 $192
Luxury Car$3,078 $257
Luxury SUV$2,615 $218
Minivan$1,956 $163
Performance SUV$3,129 $261
Sedan$2,120 $177
Sports Car$3,229 $269
Station Wagon$2,471 $206
SUV$1,935 $161
Truck$2,152 $179
Van$1,795 $150

How does my car’s trim level affect car insurance?

A car’s trim level can significantly impact insurance rates due to the varying features of each package. Higher trim levels often include powerful engines and luxury options that could increase the vehicle’s value and the cost to insure it.

“Some models and trims are more expensive to replace or repair – another reason the premium on them is higher. It all comes down to estimating the risk of future payout from the insurance company,” Brau says. “Models and trims that historically have been more expensive to insurance firms will carry with them higher car insurance rates.”

Additionally, advanced safety features in upper trim levels may lower rates, while customizations and added performance capabilities typically raise them due to higher repair costs. Insurers consider all these factors when determining premiums, making the trim level a crucial variable in the cost of car insurance.

See the trim levels of a Toyota Tacoma and their full coverage premiums in the table below.

Trim LevelAnnual full coverage preimum
Tacoma Limited$2,020
Tacoma SR$1,815
Tacoma SR5$1,905
Tacoma Trail$2,029
Tacoma TRD Off-Road$1,939
Tacoma TRD Pro$2,068
Tacoma TRD Sport$1,925

How to save on car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma

Are you paying for more coverage than you need? Depending on your driving habits, you may not require the maximum coverage for areas such as collision or comprehensive. If you have an older car, scaling back on full coverage is an option. However, tread carefully; reducing coverage significantly could expose you to risk.

Other ways to save on car insurance for a Toyota Tacoma:

  • Shop your coverage every six months or annually before your policy renews
  • Increase your deductible if you have savings to cover it
  • Drive safely to avoid violations
  • Maintain a good credit score
  • Bundle home and auto policies

Toyota Tacoma discounts on car insurance

Certain safety features can mean significant savings. From anti-lock brakes to airbags and even high-tech systems like lane departure warnings, the safer your car is, the less you’ll likely pay for insurance.

In addition to vehicle discounts, drivers may qualify for the following discounts:

  • Telematics discounts
  • Multiple policies
  • Loyalty
  • Good driver/safe driver
  • Good student
  • Savings for driving less/low annual mileage
  • Senior discount
  • Educational/professional discounts
  • Signing early/paying in full
  • Paperless/autopay
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What our expert says

Q: Why do car insurance rates vary by vehicle model and trim level?

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Dr. James BrauJoel C. Peterson Professor of Finance Brigham Young University
Insurance premiums vary by vehicle model and trim level because insurance companies use this information to predict the risk of the driver and potential financial loss, and hence the risk to the insurer. Certain models and trims - for example, a brand-new fire-engine red - convertible sports car, turn out to be more risk to the insurance company than a 15-year-old sedan that can barely top out at 65 mph. Some models and trims are more expensive to replace or repair - another reason the premium on them is higher. It all comes down to estimating the risk of future pay out from the insurance company. Models and trims that historically have been more expensive to insurance firms will carry with them higher car insurance rates.

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Methodology

Insure.com commissioned Quadrant Information Services to calculate average auto insurance rates for vehicles from 2023.

Our hypothetical driver is a 40-year-old male who commutes 12 miles to work each day, with policy limits of 100/300/100 ($100,000 for injury liability for one person, $300,000 for all injuries and $100,000 for property damage in an accident) and a $500 deductible on collision and comprehensive coverage.

Rates for vehicles up until 2023 includes uninsured motorist coverage (since some states require it, we do it for all) and PIP or Medical Payments, if it is required by state law. This hypothetical driver has a clean record and good credit.

For liability 100/300 is rates the same hypothetical driver but with liability limits of 100/300/100, uninsured/underinsured motorist in matching amounts and PIP or MedPay, if required by state. We recommend limits this high, even if you have only liability coverage. A state-minimum policy includes only the basic state liability limits and any other state-required coverages, such as uninsured motorist or PIP.

Averages were calculated using data from six large carriers, such as Allstate, Farmers, GEICO, Nationwide, Progressive and State Farm. Rates were averaged across multiple ZIP codes and insurance companies. Average rates are for comparative purposes; your rate will depend on your personal factors.

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Laura Longero is a content strategist and communications leader with more than 15 years of experience in content development in journalism, marketing and communications for start-ups to global companies. She started her career as a reporter and editor and honed her journalistic skills at the USA Today Network, working in several roles, as well as managing content and writing at MoneyGeek and XYZ Media.