Life Event Cost Tools

Teen Driver Cost Predictor

Adding a teen to your policy is the single most expensive life event in car insurance. Estimate the damage and learn how to minimize the financial shock.

Policy Configuration

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Note on Gender

Six states (CA, HI, MA, MI, NC, PA) have banned gender-based pricing. If you live there, the male/female gap shown above will not apply.

New Estimated Premium

Total Monthly Bill

$425 /mo

($5,098 per year)

Adding a 16yo male naturally causes a

+160% Rate Spike

The Math

Your Base Premium$180
Raw Teen Driver Surcharge+$288
Teen Discount Savings-$43
Net Teen Increase+$245/mo

Pro Tip

If possible, assign the teenager as the primary driver to your oldest, cheapest, and safest car (like a minivan or older sedan) and keep them far away from expensive luxury cars or sports cars.

Shop The Spike

Every Carrier Treats Teens Differently

A 160% spike at your current carrier might only be a 90% spike at a competitor. You MUST re-shop your rates when adding a teen.