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Best car insurance in Tennessee for 2024

Updated Nov 01, 2024
According to Bankrate research, Geico, State Farm and Travelers offer some of the best auto insurance in Tennessee.
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Best car insurance companies in Tennessee

Using data gathered by Quadrant Information Services, Bankrate's team determined that the average policyholder in Tennessee pays $512 for state-mandated minimum coverage and $2,026 for full coverage, which includes collision and comprehensive. However, we know that rates alone do not necessarily mean a company offers the best insurance. In addition to average rates, we also analyzed scores from the 2024 J.D. Power Auto Insurance Study, AM Best ratings for financial strength, coverage options, discounts and digital tools to pick the best car insurance carriers in Tennessee.

4.4
Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
$1,344
$298
4.3
Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
$2,518
$561
4.2
Rating: 4.2 stars out of 5
$1,296
$360
4.0
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
$1,718
$828
4.0
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
$1,598
$369

Geico

Geico

4.4

Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$112/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,344/yr

Customer satisfaction

651/1,000

State Farm

State Farm

4.3

Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$210/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$2,518/yr

Customer satisfaction

673/1,000

Travelers

Travelers

4.2

Rating: 4.2 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$108/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,296/yr

Customer satisfaction

642/1,000

Nationwide

Nationwide

4

Rating: 4 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$143/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,718/yr

Customer satisfaction

669/1,000

Erie

Erie

4

Rating: 4 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$133/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,598/yr

Customer satisfaction

676/1,000

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How Bankrate chose the best car insurance companies in Tennessee

Bankrate chose the best insurance companies in Tennessee by evaluating key criteria and rating each carrier. Factors used to determine the best auto insurance in Tennessee include average annual quoted premiums, coverage options, available discounts, customer satisfaction scores, third-party rankings, financial strength ratings and mobile and online accessibility. These criteria also help to make up the Bankrate Score, which is a five-point scale rating that shoppers could use to help them decide which company may excel in the categories that matter the most to them.

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To help Tennessee drivers find the best car insurance, Bankrate’s insurance editorial team reviewed some of the largest insurers by market share. We based our picks on a well-rounded analysis of several metrics related to each company.

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How to find the best car insurance in Tennessee

For many drivers, finding the best auto insurance in Tennessee is about more than just price. When considering possible insurers, you may want to think about these factors:

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How much is car insurance in Tennessee?

The average annual premium in Tennessee for minimum auto coverage is $512, compared to $2,026 for full coverage. This is well below the national annual averages of $678 for minimum coverage and $2,458 for full coverage. This is likely due in part to the state’s lack of heavy traffic, which may reduce the risk of claims. Tennessee drivers pay less on average than drivers in several neighboring states as well. For example, Kentucky and Missouri have average full coverage rates of $2,705 and $3,236 per year, respectively.

Auto insurance premiums differ depending on what state you live in. This is because companies have their own specific rating algorithms that take into account regional risk factors. The factors influencing premiums in Tennessee include the amount of minimum required insurance, the likelihood of being in an accident, how severe accidents tend to be, and the likelihood of non-accident related claims like hail damage or theft. Your own personal rating factors, like age, vehicle type, credit history and claims history, will also influence your premium.

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Bankrate utilizes Quadrant Information Services to analyze November 2024 rates for all ZIP codes and carriers in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Rates are weighted based on the population density in each geographic region. Quoted rates for our base profile are based on the following characteristics and coverage levels:

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40 year old
Single male and female driver
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Primary vehicle
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Bodily injury liability

$100,000 per person
$300,000 per accident

Property damage liability

$50,000 per accident

Personal injury protection

$100,000 per accident

Uninsured motorist bodily injury

$100,000 per person
$300,000 per accident

Collision deductible

$500

Comprehensive deductible

$500

These are sample rates and should only be used for comparative purposes.