Car Insurance in Florida: Average Rates, Top Carriers, and Calculator (April 2026)
Average annual premium
$2,694
vs. national
56.6% above
Minimum liability
10/20/10 + $10k PIP
Car insurance estimate — Florida
Client-side estimate using Florida's average annual premium as the baseline and typical underwriting multipliers. Not a quote. For actual pricing, request quotes from licensed carriers.
Why rates look this way in Florida
Florida's average car insurance premium sits around $2,694 per year, which is roughly 56.6% above the national figure of $1,720. Individual quotes vary significantly with age, driving record, vehicle type, and credit-based rating where it is allowed. The table below shows the carriers with the largest market share in the state alongside a complaint index (1.00 is the national median; lower is better).
Premium differences between states reflect a mix of minimum-coverage requirements, weather and disaster exposure, medical-cost inflation in the tort claims market, and state-level regulation of rating factors. In Florida, the no-fault system shifts a portion of cost into required personal injury protection, which affects the composition of the typical premium. Hurricane exposure and high rates of uninsured motorists keep Florida among the most expensive states.
- Minimum coverage: Florida is a no-fault state, so drivers must carry personal injury protection (PIP) on top of property damage liability.
- Average premium position: 56.6% above the national figure.
- Largest carriers by market share: State Farm, GEICO, Progressive.
Note: the editorial commentary above is a templated summary while our per-state Claude-assisted commentary pipeline rolls out. Every figure is drawn from the sources listed at the top of this page; the prose does not introduce numbers beyond them.
Top 10 car insurance carriers in Florida
| Carrier | Avg annual premium | Market share | Complaint index |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Farm | $2,586 | 17.1% | 0.82 |
| GEICO | $2,452 | 14.2% | 1.05 |
| Progressive | $2,640 | 13.8% | 1.12 |
| Allstate | $2,883 | 10.4% | 0.91 |
| USAA | $2,263 | 6.3% | 0.44 |
| Liberty Mutual | $3,017 | 5.1% | 1.28 |
| Farmers | $2,802 | 4.6% | 1.15 |
| Nationwide | $2,721 | 2.4% | 0.97 |
| Travelers | $2,936 | 2.0% | 1.02 |
| American Family | $2,748 | 1.8% | 0.88 |
Source: NAIC Market Share (illustrative fixture), 2024. Complaint index: 1.00 = national median.
5-year premium trend in Florida
Trend reflects average annual premium across all policy types. Inflation adjustments are disclosed in the source notes below.
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See quotesFrequently asked questions
What is the minimum car insurance in Florida?
The legal minimum in Florida is 10/20/10 + $10k PIP. Florida is a no-fault state, so drivers must carry personal injury protection (PIP) on top of property damage liability.
How much does car insurance cost in Florida on average?
The average annual premium in Florida is approximately $2,694, compared with a national figure near $1,720. Individual quotes vary significantly with age, driving record, and credit.
Is Florida a no-fault state?
Yes. Florida uses a no-fault system, which means drivers must carry personal injury protection and typically recover medical costs from their own insurer regardless of fault.
Which carriers write the most policies in Florida?
State Farm, GEICO, Progressive, Allstate, and USAA generally dominate market share in Florida, though exact rankings shift year to year. The carrier table above shows the latest figures.
Does Florida allow credit-based insurance scores?
Most states allow insurers to use credit-based insurance scores as a rating factor. California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, and Michigan restrict or ban the practice. Florida's specific rule is listed on the state insurance department's website.
How often does RateOrchard refresh Florida data?
NAIC market share and complaint data update on a roughly annual cadence. FRED-based figures (interest rate indices used in our calculators) update daily. The box below lists the last refresh for this page.
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