In Illinois, most auto insurance projects cost between $500 and $3,000 per year, with a typical price near $1,200. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical auto insurance cost
$500 – $3,000
per year · typical $1,200
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Auto insurance cost breakdown
- Minimum liability$300 – $800typical $500
- Full coverage$800 – $2,000typical $1,200
- High-risk driver$2,000 – $5,000typical $3,000
At a glance
- Typical range$500 – $3,000
- Unitper year
- Cities covered50
What Auto Insurance costs
Average annual premium for a standard policy. Rates vary by state/province, driving record, and coverage level. Shop around for best deals.
By city in Illinois
- Addison
- Alton
- Arlington Heights
- Belleville
- Berwyn
- Bolingbrook
- Buffalo Grove
- Calumet City
- Carbondale
- Carol Stream
- Carpentersville
- Champaign
- Chicago
- Cicero
- Crystal Lake
- DeKalb
- Decatur
- Des Plaines
- Downers Grove
- Elgin
- Elmhurst
- Evanston
- Glenview
- Hanover Park
- Hoffman Estates
- Joliet
- Kankakee
- Lombard
- Moline
- Mount Prospect
- Naperville
- Normal
- Oak Lawn
- Oak Park
- Orland Park
- Palatine
- Park Ridge
- Peoria
- Rock Island
- Rockford
- Romeoville
- Round Lake Beach
- Schaumburg
- Skokie
- Springfield
- Streamwood
- Tinley Park
- Urbana
- Waukegan
- Wheaton
Frequently asked questions
What factors affect my premium most?
Age, driving history, location, vehicle type, and credit score (US) are primary. Safer drivers get lower rates.
How can I lower my auto insurance cost?
Bundle policies, increase deductible, maintain good credit, and ask for discounts like safe driver or multi-vehicle.
How much does insurance go up after an accident?
Typically 20-50% for at-fault accidents, lasting 3-5 years. Accident forgiveness can prevent increases.