🚗 Car insurance cost in Arizona (2026)

The estimated average is $2,365 per yearabove the national average (+10% vs. the U.S. average of $2,150).

$2,365
Avg. car insurance
per year
#16
of 51 states
more expensive
$2,150
U.S. average
per year
West
Region

Arizona is home to about 7.4 million people, and car insurance here runs above the national average. Below, estimate a price for your own profile, then drill into your city — rates in a large metro like Phoenix typically differ from smaller towns.

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Arizona car insurance estimator

Estimated$4,139/year

Starts from the Arizona average. Estimate only — get quotes to confirm.

Car insurance cost in Arizona cities

Estimated car insurance per year in major Arizona cities.
CityPopulationEst. car insurance
Phoenix1,650,070$2,649
Tucson546,574$2,554
Mesa512,498$2,554
Chandler280,167$2,460
Gilbert275,424$2,460
Glendale250,104$2,460
Scottsdale242,753$2,365
Tempe184,118$2,365

Arizona car insurance FAQ

How much is car insurance in Arizona?

The estimated average car insurance in Arizona is $2,365 per year, which is above the national average (+10% vs. the U.S. average of $2,150). Arizona ranks 16 of 51 states from most to least expensive.

Why is car insurance expensive in Arizona?

Car insurance pricing in Arizona reflects local risk factors — weather and catastrophe exposure, accident/claim frequency, repair and medical costs, and state regulation. That’s why costs differ across the West.

How can I save on car insurance in Arizona?

Compare at least three quotes from insurers active in Arizona, bundle policies, and re-shop every year. Use the calculator above to see how your profile changes the price.

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