Updated NAIC 2023 data | Rank #35 of 51 by average expenditure
Car Insurance Cost Per Month in Massachusetts
Full coverage avg
$118/mo
Minimum coverage avg
$59/mo
State minimum reqs
20/40/5
No-fault / PIPCredit scoring banned
Credit scoring banned. No-fault state. Despite high population density, strict regulation and competitive market keep rates moderate. Adjust age and vehicle below to see your estimated monthly cost.
Massachusetts
in Massachusetts with a Sedan
$136/month
Anchored on the state average for a policy with liability, collision and comprehensive. +$16 above national avg
State Min$68/mo20/40/5
Standard$102/mo50/100/50
Full Coverage$136/mo100/300/100
State anchor: NAIC Auto Insurance Database Report, 2023 data year. Age and vehicle adjustments are modelled.
How we calculate thisModelled Monthly Cost by Age in Massachusetts
| Age | Min Coverage | Full Coverage (Sedan) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | $231 | $461 | Age 16page → |
| 17 | $210 | $420 | Age 17page → |
| 18 | $183 | $366 | Age 18page → |
| 19 | $156 | $312 | Age 19page → |
| 25 | $68 | $136 | Age 25page → |
| 35 | $58 | $115 | Age 35page → |
| 45 | $59 | $118 | Age 45page → |
| 65 | $64 | $129 | Age 65page → |
Average Monthly Cost by Vehicle Type in Massachusetts
Top 3 Carriers in Massachusetts by Market Share
1
Safety Insurance
By direct written premium
2
Progressive
By direct written premium
3
GEICO
By direct written premium
Market share does not equal the cheapest rate for your profile. Compare at least three carriers.
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Massachusetts Car Insurance FAQs
What is the average car insurance cost per month in Massachusetts?⌄
On the 2022/2023 Auto Insurance Database Report (2023 data year), a policy in Massachusetts carrying liability, collision and comprehensive averaged $118 a month, and the liability portion alone $59. The average insured vehicle in the state cost $111 a month, whether or not it carried the physical damage coverages, which ranks Massachusetts #35 of 51 jurisdictions (1 = cheapest). These are averages across every driver, vehicle and limit in the state, not quotes, and the NAIC series runs about two years behind.
What is the minimum car insurance required in Massachusetts?⌄
Massachusetts requires minimum liability coverage of 20/40/5. Massachusetts is a no-fault state requiring Personal Injury Protection (PIP) in addition to liability.
Who has the cheapest car insurance in Massachusetts?⌄
The top three carriers by market share in Massachusetts are Safety Insurance, Progressive, GEICO, per NAIC market share filings. Market share does not equal cheapest price -- the best rate for your specific profile (age, vehicle, driving record, credit score in states where legal) requires comparing quotes. We recommend comparing at least 3 carriers. carinsurancecomparisontool.com offers a side-by-side carrier comparison.
Does Massachusetts have no-fault insurance?⌄
Yes. Massachusetts is a no-fault state, requiring drivers to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage. Under no-fault, each driver's own insurance pays their own medical bills after an accident, regardless of fault. Massachusetts's minimum PIP requirement is part of the 20/40/5 minimum package.
Why is car insurance so expensive in Massachusetts?⌄
Credit scoring banned. No-fault state. Despite high population density, strict regulation and competitive market keep rates moderate.
Is my credit score used for car insurance in Massachusetts?⌄
No. Massachusetts explicitly bans the use of credit-based insurance scores in car insurance underwriting. Carriers in Massachusetts must price based on driving record, age, vehicle, and other non-credit factors.