🚗 Car insurance cost in Washington (2026)

The estimated average is $2,107 per yearabout the national average (-2% vs. the U.S. average of $2,150).

$2,107
Avg. car insurance
per year
#28
of 51 states
cheaper than avg
$2,150
U.S. average
per year
West
Region

Washington is home to about 7.8 million people, and car insurance here runs below the national average. Below, estimate a price for your own profile, then drill into your city — rates in a large metro like Seattle typically differ from smaller towns.

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Estimated$3,687/year

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Car insurance cost in Washington cities

Estimated car insurance per year in major Washington cities.
CityPopulationEst. car insurance
Seattle749,256$2,276
Spokane229,447$2,107
Tacoma219,346$2,107
Vancouver196,442$2,107
Bellevue151,854$2,107
Everett110,629$2,107

Washington car insurance FAQ

How much is car insurance in Washington?

The estimated average car insurance in Washington is $2,107 per year, which is about the national average (-2% vs. the U.S. average of $2,150). Washington ranks 28 of 51 states from most to least expensive.

Why is car insurance cheaper in Washington?

Car insurance pricing in Washington 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 Washington?

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

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