Best Car Insurance in Vermont

Drivers in Vermont need $25,000 of bodily injury liability insurance per person (up to $50,000 per accident) and $10,000 of property damage liability insurance. Vermont also requires uninsured motorist protection. UM replaces the liability coverage an at-fault driver should've had and pays for your costs up to your policy limits.

Here's How Much Car Insurance Drivers Need in Vermont:

If you lease or finance your car, you may be required to carry coverage types that are not mandatory under Vermont law. Lenders usually require comprehensive and collision insurance. Collision insurance covers repairs to your car when you hit another car or object. If the damage to your vehicle was caused by something other than a collision—like a natural disaster, vandalism, falling objects, or animals—it is most likely covered by comprehensive insurance. Lenders may also require gap insurance, which covers the difference between what you owe on your loan or lease and what the vehicle was worth if it gets stolen or totaled.

Even if you're not required to carry these optional coverage types, you may still need them. You can learn more about when to drop optional coverage and the penalties for driving without insurance in Vermont to make sure you're paying for the coverage you need.

Car insurance in Vermont costs $27 per month for minimum coverage, on average, and around $101 per month for a full-coverage policy. The cheapest insurance companies in Vermont are State Farm, Geico and Auto-Owners, and getting quotes from several companies can help you find the best deal.

Average Cost of Car Insurance in Vermont by Category

• Clean driving record: $27 per month
• After an at-fault accident: $51 per month
• Driver with poor credit: $51 per month
• Teen driver: $74 per month
• After a DUI: $60 per month

The average cost of car insurance in Vermont is 56% lower than the national average auto insurance premium, and Vermont ranks 4 out of 50 for the most affordable car insurance rates in the U.S.. There are several factors that affect how much you'll pay for car insurance in Vermont, including your driving record, age, location, the amount of coverage that you purchase, and the insurance company you buy it from.

Finally, it's worth noting that car insurance premiums in Vermont are low, compared to the cost of coverage in neighboring states like New Hampshire and New York. You can find more details in the table below.

Cost of Car Insurance in Vermont vs. Neighboring States

Note: Rates are an approximation based on a driver in Vermont with minimum coverage. Actual rates will vary.

You need $25,000 in bodily injury liability insurance per person ($50,000 per accident) plus $10,000 in property damage liability insurance to drive legally in Vermont. The Vermont liability insurance requirements can also be written as 25/50/10. In addition, drivers in Vermont will need to purchase $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident, and $10,000 in property damage uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage to satisfy the state's minimum car insurance requirements.

Even though Vermont only requires 25/50/10 in liability insurance, drivers should consider buying more coverage if they can afford it. If you cause an accident that results in damage beyond your policy limits, you will be personally responsible for paying the difference. And no matter what, you should be sure to fulfill the minimum Vermont car insurance requirements to avoid facing consequences for driving without insurance.

Finally, drivers should also consider purchasing other types of car insurance in order to better protect themselves, given that liability insurance does not provide any coverage for the policyholder's own injuries or property. For instance, collision insurance covers damage to the policyholder's car regardless of fault. And comprehensive insurance pays if the policyholder's vehicle is damaged by something besides an accident, like a natural disaster or vandalism.

Full coverage insurance in Vermont costs an average of $109 per month ($1,308 annually). A full coverage policy usually includes collision and comprehensive insurance, plus the types of coverage required by Vermont law. In Vermont, liability insurance and uninsured motorist coverage are mandatory for all drivers.

Monthly Cost of Full Coverage Insurance in Vermont

Note: Premiums are for a 45-year-old good driver in Vermont; individual premiums will vary.

How to Get Cheaper Full Coverage Insurance in Vermont

1. Compare quotes from several companies to make sure you're getting the best deal.
2. Increase your deductible. Higher deductibles lead to lower premiums, but remember to only pick a deductible you'd be able to afford in an emergency.
3. Don't forget to make sure you're getting all the discounts you can.

To learn more, check out WalletHub's guide to full coverage car insurance.