The average driver in Minnesota pays about $1,223 a year for full coverage — about 15% less than the US average of $1,438. That ranks Minnesota #33 of 51 states (mid-pack). The car you drive then shifts it: a cheap-to-insure model can land near $587, a high-loss one well over $9,006.
Minnesota insurance cost by coverage
Average Minnesota premium split by coverage type — liability is required, full coverage adds collision + comprehensive.
Minimum car insurance required in Minnesota
Minnesota legally requires at least 30/60/10 in liability coverage — $30,000 bodily injury per person, $60,000 per accident, and $10,000 property damage. PIP is required. Uninsured-motorist coverage is required. These are legal minimums — most drivers carry more to fully protect themselves. Buying used here? Check the car first — look it up by its Minnesota license plate.
Minimum coverage is the cheapest to buy, but it may not cover a serious crash — full coverage adds collision and comprehensive for your own car.
Cheapest cars to insure in Minnesota
Estimated annual premium in Minnesota, cheapest first — state average × each car's real HLDI loss index. See the full cheapest cars to insure nationally.
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Most expensive cars to insure in Minnesota
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Minnesota insurance cost by year
Minnesota premiums are up about +23% since 2019. Average Minnesota premium by year:
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Car insurance cost in Minnesota's largest cities
Rates vary within Minnesota by city and ZIP — dense metros like Minneapolis run above the state average, while smaller towns run below. Estimated typical premium in Minnesota's biggest cities:
| City | Est. typical / yr | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | $1,345/yr | +10% urban |
| Saint Paul | $1,309/yr | +7% urban |
| Rochester | $1,284/yr | +5% urban |
| Duluth | $1,272/yr | +4% urban |
| Bloomington | $1,247/yr | +2% urban |
| Brooklyn Park | $1,235/yr | ≈ state avg |
City figures are estimates — urban areas trend above the state average; your exact rate depends on your ZIP, car and record. Use the calculator above for your specific car.
Minnesota car insurance — frequently asked
How much is car insurance in Minnesota?
The average is about $1,223/yr ($102/mo) for full coverage — 15% below the US average. Your exact rate depends on your car, age and record.
What is the minimum car insurance required in Minnesota?
Minnesota requires at least 30/60/10 liability — $30,000 bodily injury per person, $60,000 per accident and $10,000 property damage, plus PIP, plus uninsured-motorist coverage.
Is car insurance expensive in Minnesota?
Minnesota ranks #33 of 51 states (mid-pack). At $1,223/yr it is below the national average of $1,438.
What is the cheapest car to insure in Minnesota?
On our data, low-loss models like the Chevrolet Express are cheapest to insure in Minnesota — around $587/yr.
How much is car insurance per month in Minnesota?
About $102/month for a typical car with full coverage — less for cheap-to-insure models, more for high-performance ones.