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If you live in Tennessee, you can expect to pay an average of around $184 per month for full coverage car insurance, or $2,214 per year. If you carry only your state’s minimum required liability coverage, your cost drops to about $43 monthly or $515 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
$2,214

Average per month cost
$184

Average cost for state minimum coverage
$623 / Year

Cheapest car insurance company
Travelers

$1,657 / Year

Average cost for young drivers
$3,611 / Year

Average cost for Senior drivers
$2,099 / Year

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Average car insurance cost in Tennessee

If you live in Tennessee can expect to pay an average of $184 per month for full coverage car insurance – that’s $2,214 per year. If you opt for your state’s minimum required coverage, your insurance cost drops to $43 monthly or $515 annually. Just keep in mind that opting for minimum coverage means significantly less protection if you’re in an accident.

However, how much you actually pay for coverage can vary based on several factors, such as your age, driving history, credit score, ZIP code and the type of car you drive.

Cheapest car insurance companies in Tennessee

Travelers provides the lowest full coverage rates, for an average cost of $1,657 per year or $138 monthly for a policy with 100/300/100 liability limits and $500 collision and comprehensive deductibles.

GEICO also offers affordable insurance coverage to Tennessee drivers at an average cost of $1,673 a year or $139 per month.

Although these insurers offer some of the most affordable average rates in Tennessee, your exact insurance cost may vary. Be sure to shop around and compare quotes to get the best deal on auto coverage.

Affordable car insurance providers in Tennessee

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Company nameAverage per month costAverage annual cost
Travelers$138$1,657
GEICO$139$1,673
Erie Insurance$167$2,004
Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee$172$2,067
Farmers$182$2,190
Nationwide$198$2,373
Progressive$222$2,661
State Farm$256$3,073
Allstate$270$3,242
USAA*$106$1,271
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Average cost of car insurance by coverage levels in Tennessee

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 $43 a month, or about $515 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 Tennessee pay around $184 per month, or roughly $2,214 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$515
Liability only$623
Full coverage$2,214
Non-owner state minimum liability$386
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Average car insurance cost in Tennessee 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 Memphis, Nashville or Jackson, 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 Johnson City or Franklin pay significantly low insurance rates, on average between $1,661 and $1,981 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
Johnson City$1,661
Franklin$1,981
Hendersonville$2,015
Knoxville$2,025
Chattanooga$2,088
Murfreesboro$2,124
Clarksville$2,176
Jackson$2,204
Nashville$2,257
Memphis$2,950
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Average car insurance cost in Tennessee by age

Insurers consider age a key risk factor when determining car insurance rates. Our data shows that young drivers typically pay higher premiums due to their limited experience behind the wheel.

Generally, rates are highest for teens, begin to drop after age 25 and rise again once drivers reach their early 70s.

Let’s take a closer look at how much you might pay in Tennessee for a full coverage policy based on your age and gender.

Average car insurance cost in Tennessee for young drivers

If you’re a young driver, you can expect to pay above average premiums. Insurers see young drivers as high-risk, which means higher premiums until you gain more experience behind the wheel.

For instance, 20-year-old male drivers in Tennessee pay an average of $5,161 per year for car insurance, while females of the same age pay $4,221.

But by the time you turn 25, insurance premiums drop to $2,756 a year on average for male drivers and $2,580 for female drivers.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
20$5,161$4,221
21$4,118$3,455
22$3,696$3,189
23$3,391$2,984
24$3,097$2,799
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Average car insurance cost in Tennessee for adult drivers

On average, an adult male driver in Tennessee pays $2,241 a year for full coverage or $187 per month. Women pay $2,157 a year or $180 per month for the same coverage.

However, exact rates can vary widely from driver to driver, so it’s helpful to compare quotes to find the best price for your vehicle.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
25$2,756$2,580
30$2,408$2,355
35$2,325$2,287
40$2,234$2,193
45$2,176$2,126
50$2,077$1,976
55$1,981$1,858
60$1,963$1,841
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Average car insurance cost in Tennessee for senior drivers

If you’re a senior driver, your car insurance costs go up as you get older. At age 65, men pay about $1,991 per year, while women pay $1,861. But by age 70, average premiums rise to $2,139 for men and $1,986 annually for women. At 75, rates increase even further – $2,411 for male drivers and $2,187 for female drivers.

Insurers charge more because older drivers are seen as a higher risk due to slower reaction times and changes in vision. But you can still keep costs down by maintaining a clean driving record and taking advantage of senior discounts.

Age of driverAverage annual cost for Male driversAverage annual cost for Female drivers
65$1,991$1,861
70$2,139$1,986
75$2,411$2,187
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Minimum car insurance requirements in Tennessee

Whether you’re buying insurance for the first time or moving to a new state, understanding the required liability limits in Tennessee can help you avoid fines and make smarter choices about your coverage.

Drivers in Tennessee must carry at least the following minimum coverage limits to meet the state’s legal requirements:

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

Cheapest cars to insure in Tennessee

Insurance premiums vary significantly depending on the type of vehicle you drive. Cars that are more expensive to repair, have higher theft rates, or are statistically involved in more accidents typically cost more to insure. On the other hand, vehicles with excellent safety ratings, affordable repair costs, and fewer claims history tend to have lower insurance premiums.

GMC Savana has the lowest premium, at an average of $2,084 a year, closely followed by Honda CR-V, with an average annual car insurance cost of $2,116.

The table below shows the cheapest cars to insure and their average annual rates.

Make ModelAverage annual premium
GMC Savana$2,084
Honda CR-V$2,116
Honda HR-V$2,171
Jeep Wrangler$2,180
Volkswagen Tiguan$2,183
Subaru Outback$2,189
Mazda CX-5$2,193
Chevrolet Express$2,195
Hyundai Venue$2,199
Hyundai Santa Fe$2,201
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Most expensive cars to insure in Tennessee

Maserati Quattroporte tops the list as the most expensive car to insure in Tennessee, at an average annual cost of $8,096. Below is a list of the most expensive vehicles to insure in Tennessee and their average annual premiums.

Make ModelAverage annual premium
Maserati Quattroporte$8,096
Maserati Ghibli$7,609
BMW M8 Gran Coupe$6,968
Audi e-tron GT$6,961
Audi RS7$6,712
Nissan GT-R$6,613
Porsche Taycan$6,437
BMW i7$6,363
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo$6,342
Porsche 911 GT3$6,306
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Car insurance costs can vary significantly depending on where you live and your personal profile. The smartest way to get the right coverage at a good price is to shop around and compare quotes from multiple insurers. Taking the time to do a little research can end up saving you a lot on your premiums.

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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