Average Cost of Car Insurance in Massachusetts for 2024

With a rich history and vibrant arts scene, Massachusetts is an appealing place to live. And it was also ranked as one of the top five healthiest states in the country.

Unfortunately, living in Massachusetts will cost a premium. It has an extremely high cost of living; only Washington D.C. and Hawaii are more expensive. However, that cost of living is not reflected in the state’s car insurance premiums. The average price of car insurance in Massachusetts is $1,550, compared to the national average of $1,582.

Learn about what pricing to expect and what you can do to lower your premiums.

Key takeaways

• The average cost of car insurance in Massachusetts is $1,550 for full coverage or $617 for state-minimum coverage.
• Young drivers will pay an average of $3,504 per year.
• We found State Farm to offer the lowest average premiums.

How much does car insurance cost in Massachusetts?

Full coverage insurance, which includes comprehensive, collision, and liability coverage, costs an average of $1,550 per year in Massachusetts — compared to the national average of $1,582. However, for state-minimum coverage, the cost is significantly lower. On average, drivers pay just $617 per year.

Avg. cost for full coverage	Avg. cost for minimum coverage	Cheapest insurance provider
$1,550/year	$617/year	State Farm

Avg. for young drivers	Avg. cost for seniors	Avg. for high-risk drivers
$3,504/year	$1,194/year	$1,800/year

Average cost of car insurance in Massachusetts by provider

Many companies issue car insurance policies in Massachusetts. Some insurers are national companies, such as Allstate or Geico. But others are regional companies that only issue policies in select areas. For example, Safety Group only issues policies in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.

Smaller, regional companies are worth considering. For example, we found that Safety Insurance Group offered the second lowest average premiums for full and state-minimum coverage; its rates were significantly lower than those offered by most larger companies.

Provider	Full coverage	Minimum liability coverage
Allstate	$1,649/year	$518/year
Farmers	$1,692/year	$420/year
GEICO	$1,125/year	$507/year
State Farm	$714/year	$323/year
Progressive	$1,525/year	$848/year
Plymouth Rock	$4,296/year	$1,092/year
Safety Group	$730/year	$405/year

How does credit score affect car insurance rates in Massachusetts?

Car insurance companies can use drivers’ credit scores in most states to determine their premiums. Generally, the better your credit, the less you’ll pay. But Massachusetts is different; the state doesn’t allow insurance companies to use credit scores in calculating driver rates, so your credit doesn’t impact your insurance premiums.

In fact, we found that those with poor credit tended to pay less than those with excellent credit. That result is because of other factors, such as those with higher credit are more likely to finance cars with higher values than those with bad credit.

Credit health	Avg. annual premium
Poor (550-649)	$1,499/year
Average (650-699)	$1,577/year
Good (700-749)	$1,371/year
Excellent (750+)	$1,643/year

Average car insurance rates for high-risk drivers in Massachusetts

Insurance companies define high-risk drivers as individuals more likely to submit a claim or be involved in accidents.

You can expect your premiums to increase if you are involved in an accident, get a speeding ticket, or are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI). One accident can increase your premiums by $1,116, while a DUI will cause your premiums to skyrocket by $1,567.

Violation	Avg. annual premium before violation*	Avg. annual premium after violation	Avg. cost increase
At-fault accident	$1,550/year	$2,666/year	$1,116
DUI	$1,550/year	$3,117/year	$1,567
Speeding ticket	$1,550/year	$2,338/year	$788

*Assumes clean driving record with good credit

How does age affect car insurance rates in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, older adults pay significantly less than younger adults. For example, the average premium for drivers that are 60 is just $1,084. By contrast, drivers who are 18 will pay nearly four times as much for coverage.

Age	Avg. annual premium
18	$3,952/year
25	$1,481/year
30	$1,295/year
40	$1,223/year
60	$1,084/year

Massachusetts car insurance rates by city

If you live in a busy city, you’ll pay much more for insurance than you would if you lived in the country. And cities with high rates of crime are even more expensive.

In Massachusetts, Brockton had the highest average premiums at $2,811 per year. That rate isn’t surprising, considering that NeighborhoodScout gave Brockton a crime index of 19, meaning 81% of the cities in the U.S. are safer than Brockton.

City	Avg. annual full-coverage premium
Boston	$1,893/year
Brockton	$2,811/year
Cambridge	$1,615/year
Fall River	$2,105/year
Lowell	$1,681/year
New Bedford	$2,089/year
Springfield	$2,054/year

MA’s minimum car insurance requirements

As in most of the country, Massachusetts requires drivers to meet state minimum coverage requirements. The state’s minimum limits are higher than in other states. You must have at least the following coverage:

• Bodily injury: $20,000 per person and $40,000 per accident
• Personal injury protection: $8,000 per person per accident
• Bodily injury caused by an uninsured vehicle: $20,000 per person and $40,000 per accident
• Damage to other property: $5,000 per accident

How to save money on car insurance in Massachusetts

There are ways to save money on your premiums in Massachusetts:

• Lower your deductible: Deductibles — the amount you pay before your insurance coverage kicks in after an accident — can range from $0 to $2,500. However, a lower deductible results in a higher premium, so raising your deductible can help you save money on your premiums.
• Consider usage-based insurance: Usage-based insurance, or pay-per-mile insurance, can be significantly cheaper than traditional policies. Depending on your insurer, location, and driving habits, you could save between 5% and 30%.
• Sign up for the Safe Driver Insurance Plan: If your insurer uses the Safe Driver Insurance Plan (SDIP), you can get rewarded for safe driving. Drivers with excellent ratings can lower their premiums by as much as 17%.
• Comparison shop: Rates vary by company, so get into the habit of shopping for car insurance at least once yearly. To get started, request quotes from the best car insurance companies or, more specifically, the best car insurance in Massachusetts.

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