Car Insurance Calculator in North Dakota


Key Takeaways
blueCheck icon

North Dakota requires $25,000/$50,000/$25,000 liability coverage plus $30,000 in personal injury protection, but higher limits will protect you from paying out of pocket after a serious accident. Read more.

blueCheck icon

A 40-year-old driver with good credit and a clean record pays $90 per month on average for full coverage in North Dakota. Your actual premium will vary based on your profile. Read more.

blueCheck icon

Getting quotes from at least three insurers helps you find the best rate. Provider choice, age, credit score and coverage level all affect your premium by hundreds of dollars. Read more.

How Much Car Insurance Do You Need in North Dakota?

North Dakota requires more minimum coverage than most states, including personal injury protection and uninsured motorist coverage. Answer four questions to find out how much coverage you need.

Determine How Much Car Insurance You Need

Take our four-step quiz to learn the required and optimal level of car insurance for you.

Enter Your ZIP Code

Please enter a valid US ZIP Code

How to Decide How Much North Dakota Car Insurance to Buy

Four factors determine how much car insurance you need in North Dakota: your net worth, your car's value, how you purchased it and your risk tolerance.

  • Your assets determine how much liability coverage you need. If damages from an accident exceed your policy limits, you're personally responsible for the difference. Drivers with substantial assets should carry at least 100/300/100 in liability coverage rather than North Dakota's 25/50/25 minimums.
  • Your vehicle's value determines whether comprehensive and collision make sense. Cars worth less than $5,000 often cost more to insure than you'd receive in a claim payout. Newer or higher-value vehicles benefit from both coverages to cover repair or replacement costs.
  • How you financed your car may limit your coverage choices. Lenders and lessors almost always require full coverage with comprehensive and collision, plus specific deductible limits, until the loan is paid off.
  • North Dakota doesn't require uninsured motorist coverage. But about 6% of drivers in the state lack insurance. If an uninsured driver causes an accident, you're on the hook for costs they can't cover. Adding uninsured motorist coverage closes that gap.

Estimate Your North Dakota Car Insurance Cost

Get a personalized car insurance rate estimate based on your ZIP code, driving history and coverage choices. Enter your details below to see what drivers like you are paying in North Dakota.

Car Insurance Cost Calculator

MoneyGeek's car insurance cost calculator gives you a quick rate based on your driving history and coverage choices. Your rate reflects the liability limits you set and whether you add comprehensive and collision insurance.

Enter your ZIP code to estimate car insurance premiums near you.

Loading...
Loading...

How North Dakota Car Insurance Costs Are Calculated

North Dakota's no-fault insurance system and harsh winter weather push premiums above the national average. Your rate depends on six factors: provider, age, location, coverage type, driving history and credit score. Insurers weigh these differently, which is why identical drivers can see quotes vary by hundreds of dollars.

The factors with the biggest impact on your North Dakota premium:

  1. Provider choice makes the biggest difference in your rate. The gap between North Dakota's cheapest and most expensive insurers reaches $20 per month for identical full coverage policies.
  2. Age and driving experience create large rate differences. Young drivers average $229 per month while seniors pay $105 per month for the same coverage.
  3. Your ZIP code determines your local risk exposure. Fargo and Bismarck drivers pay more than those in rural areas due to higher traffic density and more frequent weather-related claims.
  4. Credit score and driving history can move your premium by hundreds of dollars, especially for high-risk drivers. Drivers with good credit pay $89 per month on average compared to $340 for those with poor credit. North Dakota requires an SR-22 filing for DUI convictions, mandating higher liability limits for three years. Drivers with a DUI pay more.

How to Save on Car Insurance in North Dakota

The difference between North Dakota's cheapest and most expensive insurer can exceed $20 per month for full coverage. Comparing quotes from at least three companies is your most effective way to lower your car insurance rate. Use the tips below to do so.

    shield icon
    Compare quotes from at least three insurers

    The insurers in the calculator above offer the most competitive rates for most North Dakota drivers and are a good place to start.

    coins2 icon
    Bundle home and auto insurance

    Most North Dakota insurers offer 5% to 25% discounts when you combine auto with home or renters coverage.

    find icon
    Ask about all available discounts

    Safe driver, good student, military and professional organization discounts can save $200 to $800 annually in North Dakota when stacked.

    shoppingCart icon
    Raise your deductible

    Moving from a $500 to $1,000 deductible can save $100 to $300 per year on collision and comprehensive coverage. Make sure you can afford the deductible before raising it.

    discount icon
    Ask about PIP deductible options

    North Dakota allows you to choose a PIP deductible of $0, $250, $500, $1,000, $2,500 or $5,000. A higher PIP deductible lowers your monthly premium but increases your out-of-pocket costs if you're injured.

    carVsCar icon
    Check your credit before shopping

    Moving from fair to good credit saves $20 to $60 per month. Pull your credit report for errors before requesting quotes.

    medal icon
    Complete a state-approved driver improvement course

    The North Dakota Department of Transportation certifies courses that can reduce insurance points on your record and lower your premium at renewal.

    computer icon
    Pay your premium in full and go paperless

    Paying your six-month or annual premium upfront and choosing electronic billing saves $25 to $75 annually in North Dakota.

North Dakota Car Insurance Estimate: FAQ

How much is car insurance in North Dakota per month?

Why is car insurance so expensive in North Dakota?

Does North Dakota require an SR-22 or FR-44?

Our North Dakota Car Insurance Estimate Methodology

All costs in this calculator use the following driver profile:

  • 40 years old
  • Good credit
  • Drives a 2012 Toyota Camry
  • Clean driving record

We sourced rate data from insurer filings via Quadrant Information Services. Full coverage reflects 100/300/100 liability limits, comprehensive and collision coverage and a $1,000 deductible.

Minimum coverage reflects North Dakota's mandated minimums of $25,000 bodily injury per person, $50,000 bodily injury per accident, $25,000 property damage, $30,000 personal injury protection and uninsured motorist coverage. We update rates monthly.

To learn more about how MoneyGeek analyzes car insurance costs, see our auto insurance methodology.

About Mark Fitzpatrick


Mark Fitzpatrick headshot

Mark Fitzpatrick, a Licensed Property and Casualty Insurance Producer, is MoneyGeek's resident Personal Finance Expert. He has analyzed the insurance market for over five years, conducting original research for insurance shoppers. His insights have been featured in CNBC, NBC News and Mashable.

Fitzpatrick holds a master’s degree in economics and international relations from Johns Hopkins University and a bachelor’s degree from Boston College. He's also a five-time Jeopardy champion!

He writes about economics and insurance, breaking down complex topics so people know what they're buying.