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Clearwater drivers pay an average of $179 per month for auto coverage. The city’s rates are higher than the national average but slightly lower than the average for the rest of Florida.
Car insurance is generally more expensive for drivers living in densely populated areas, which could account for why Clearwater’s rates may be slightly cheaper than the statewide average.[1]
Fortunately, certain companies offer cheaper rates, including State Farm, Mile Auto, and GEICO. The cheapest liability rate averages $92 per month, according to Compare.com data.
Find out which are the cheapest insurers in Clearwater for various driver types, how to choose the best company, and how to save on car insurance.
State Farm has the cheapest average auto insurance premiums in Clearwater, with drivers paying $92 per month.
Clearwater drivers pay a monthly average of $162 for liability-only car insurance and $197 for full-coverage insurance.
Florida drivers must meet the state’s minimum personal injury protection and property damage liability coverage requirements to drive legally.
Auto insurance companies base premiums on a variety of factors, so your actual rates could be higher or lower depending on your unique profile. Since there are no standard rates across companies, it’s possible for one company to offer significantly lower premiums than another.
That’s why it’s a good idea to shop around and compare rates from multiple companies. You can start with the cheapest Clearwater insurers in the table below, according to Compare.com data.
Company  | Average Monthly Premium |
|---|---|
| State Farm | $92 |
| Mile Auto | $115 |
| GEICO | $138 |
| Direct Auto | $149 |
| Allstate | $161 |
| Mercury | $161 |
| Progressive | $163 |
| Infinity | $190 |
| Travelers | $191 |
| Bristol West | $198 |
| Root | $202 |
| The General | $214 |
| GAINSCO | $218 |
| National General | $218 |
| Dairyland | $285 |
| AssuranceAmerica | $314 |
| Liberty Mutual | $393 |
State Farm has the lowest monthly premiums, with Clearwater drivers paying an average of $92 per month.
Below, we’ll discuss how rates vary for different driver types and coverage needs.
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The insurers above offer the cheapest overall rates for Clearwater drivers, but your actual rates depend on things like your driving history, coverage choices, age, and ZIP code.
To give you an idea of what rates could look like in Clearwater based on different driver profiles and coverages, we’ve compiled a list of the cheapest companies and average monthly premiums for each.
Driver/Coverage Type | Cheapest Insurer | Insurer’s Average Monthly Premium |
|---|---|---|
| State-minimum coverage | State Farm | $92 |
| Full coverage | State Farm | $99 |
| Teens | State Farm | $169 |
| Seniors | State Farm | $74 |
| Drivers with a speeding ticket | State Farm | $118 |
| Drivers with an at-fault accident | State Farm | $116 |
| Drivers with a DUI | State Farm | $128 |
| Drivers with excellent credit | State Farm | $79 |
| Drivers with poor credit | State Farm | $131 |
We’ve included additional breakdowns for each category below.
Choosing just enough insurance to meet Florida state minimums may mean lower monthly premiums — $162 on average — but it could spell trouble if you get into a serious car accident.
State-minimum coverage won’t pay for your car repairs or expensive medical bills, which is why it often makes sense to opt for more coverage.
But if you need only basic coverage, the chart below shows insurers with the lowest average monthly premiums for Clearwater drivers, according to Compare.com data.
If you need more car insurance coverage to offset potential risks on the road, a full-coverage policy is best. Full coverage typically includes collision and comprehensive coverage on top of liability insurance. Keep in mind that auto lenders and leasing companies generally require full coverage if you’re financing or leasing a car.[2]
Full coverage is more expensive than state-minimum coverage, with Clearwater drivers paying an average of $197 per month. Despite the higher premiums, it’s still possible to find insurers that offer cheaper rates for a full-coverage policy.
The chart below shows the five cheapest full-coverage insurers in Clearwater, according to Compare.com data.
It’s no secret that teen drivers pay high car insurance rates, not just in Clearwater but also nationwide. Their lack of experience behind the wheel makes them a higher risk to insure. In fact, teens have higher fatal crash rates than other driver demographics, according to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).[3]
Clearwater teens pay an average of $306 per month for car insurance. Regardless of high average premiums, teen drivers may still be able to get cheaper coverage by comparing rates and looking for discounts.
Check out the companies in the chart below, where Clearwater teens can find the lowest average monthly premiums, according to our data.
If you moved to Clearwater to enjoy your retirement, you could also enjoy lower car insurance rates. Seniors typically pay the lowest insurance rates of any age group. Older drivers tend to drive fewer miles, which could be a primary reason for lower-than-average rates.
In Clearwater, older drivers pay an average of $159 per month for car insurance. And it may be possible to get even cheaper auto coverage.
The five insurance companies below offer the most affordable premiums for seniors, according to Compare.com data.
If you get a speeding ticket, you could be in for an unwelcome surprise: higher car insurance costs. Insurance companies view drivers with past incidents on their record as a higher risk to insure, so companies will charge these drivers higher rates to offset the risk.
In fact, one speeding ticket causes average car insurance rates to go up by 37% nationwide, according to our research. The average monthly rate for Clearwater drivers with a speeding ticket is $240, though several insurers may offer lower rates.
Here are some of the cheapest average rates available in Clearwater if you have a speeding ticket on your record, according to Compare.com data.
Worse than a speeding ticket, an at-fault car accident can cause your car insurance premiums to increase. Our research shows that a single at-fault crash results in an average increase of 41% nationwide.
Clearwater drivers pay an average of $224 per month after an accident, according to Compare.com data. You can find the cheapest rates in Clearwater from the following companies after an accident.
A DUI conviction will result in the highest car insurance rate increase, as insurers are more likely to view you as a high-risk driver. Some companies may even refuse to cover you. Average rates go up by an average of 61% following a DUI, according to our data.
In Clearwater, drivers with a DUI conviction pay an average of $233 per month for car insurance. Surprisingly, it’s still possible to get a better rate despite having a DUI on your record.
The chart below highlights the five cheapest insurers in Clearwater after a DUI, according to Compare.com data.
Certain insurers, though not all, consider your credit history to help determine your premiums. Our research shows that drivers with poor credit pay around 20% more for auto coverage than drivers with excellent credit.
Clearwater drivers with poor credit pay an average of $225 per month for auto insurance. But not all insurers look at your credit, and some may offer affordable rates no matter your credit history.
Don’t let your credit keep you from affordable car insurance. Here are five insurers with the cheapest rates for drivers with poor credit in Clearwater, according to our data.
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Florida requires drivers to buy car insurance, though its minimum coverage is fairly low compared to many other states. Drivers need to have the following coverages in the Sunshine State.
$10,000 of personal injury protection (PIP)
$10,000 of property damage liability (PDL)[4]
Personal injury protection, sometimes called no-fault insurance, pays for your and your passengers’ medical bills, lost wages, and more after a crash, regardless of fault. Property damage liability pays for damage to another driver’s vehicle or someone else’s property if you’re at fault in an accident.
State-minimum coverage can be affordable, but it’s typically not enough protection. And this is especially true if you lease or finance a car since most lenders require comprehensive and collision coverage to protect their collateral.
Consider that it won’t take much to exceed your $10,000 limit after a car crash. If another driver suffers a serious injury, they can sue you.[5] Florida drivers should consider strategies such as increasing their limits, purchasing uninsured motorist coverage, or adding bodily injury liability coverage for more protection.
Find the coverage you need for the best price in Clearwater.
If you still have questions about Clearwater auto insurance coverage, here are answers to some common questions people ask.
Car insurance in Clearwater averages $179 per month, according to Compare.com data. Drivers pay an average of $162 per month for liability coverage and $197 for full-coverage insurance.
State Farm offers the cheapest auto coverage in Clearwater, with monthly rates averaging $92, according to our data.
Yes, Clearwater car insurance rates are higher than average. Clearwater drivers pay an average of $179 per month, according to our data. For context, the national average is $143 per month. Remember, the cost of your car insurance will vary depending on your address, driving history, age, and other factors.
State Farm has the cheapest car insurance in Florida, at an average monthly rate of $97, according to Compare.com data. Remember to always shop around for the best coverage and company because the overall cheapest company in your state may not be your cheapest option.
Data scientists at Compare.com analyzed more than 50 million real-time auto insurance quotes from more than 75 partner insurers in order to compile the rates and statistics seen in this article. Compare.com’s auto insurance data includes coverage analysis and details on drivers’ vehicles, driving records, insurance histories, and demographic information.
All the rates listed in this article have been collected from a combination of real Compare.com quotes and external insurance rate data gathered in collaboration with Quadrant Information Services. Compare.com uses these observations to provide readers with insights into how auto insurance companies determine their premiums.
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Jess Ullrich is a personal finance writer who’s been creating financial and business content for over a decade. Her work has been published in Investopedia, MoneyWise, NextAdvisor, The HuffPost, and she's been contributing to Compare.com since 2024. Prior to writing full-time, Jess was an editor at Investopedia, The Balance, and FinanceBuzz.
Lequita Westbrooks is an insurance editor at Compare.com. Her writing and editing experiences span several industries, including insurance, personal finance, higher education, and more. She excels at explaining complex topics like auto insurance in simple, easy-to-understand language and is passionate about helping readers save money. Lequita graduated from the University of South Florida, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in English.
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