Which company has the cheapest car insurance in Nevada for a bad driving record?

State Farm, Travelers, Mercury Insurance are the cheapest options. State Farm has the lowest annual rate at $2,309 per year.

Having accidents, DUIs or traffic tickets on your driving record, will make you pay more for insurance. Most tickets will affect your rates for three to five years. A DUI can affect your rates for up to 10 years and can stay on your record for life.

CompanyAverage annual premium for clean recordAnnual premium for high-risk driver
State Farm$1,443$2,309
Travelers$1,995$3,033
Mercury Insurance$2,156$3,315
Allstate$2,614$3,434
Progressive$2,482$3,480
American Family$2,429$3,540
Farmers$2,328$3,799
GEICO$1,708$3,947
CSAA Insurance (AAA)$3,651$4,997
USAA$1,672$2,607

How much is high-risk car insurance in Nevada?

A problematic driving record or poor credit score may mean higher insurance rates, but affordable options exist. In Nevada, high-risk car insurance costs $3,072 per year. However, you can get rates as low as $2,309 annually from State Farm.

Many things can make you a high-risk driver, but some affect your rates more than others. For example, having multiple speeding tickets or a ticket for speeding in a school zone will increase your rates more than a single basic speeding ticket.

Read on as we explain high-risk car insurance factors and rates below.

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Average annual car insurance rate for At-fault bodily injury accident in Nevada, NV is $3,293
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CompanyAnnual premium for clean recordAnnual premium after violation
State Farm$1,443$1,663
USAA$1,672$2,333
Travelers$1,995$2,887
GEICO$1,708$3,495
Allstate$2,614$3,577
Farmers$2,328$3,644
Progressive$2,482$3,749
Mercury Insurance$2,156$4,003
American Family$2,429$4,060
CSAA Insurance (AAA)$3,651$6,383
Average annual rate

PEOPLE ASK:

Who is considered a high-risk driver in Nevada?

Each insurance company has its own rules for deciding who is a high-risk driver. But usually, things like a DUI, several tickets or accidents, or serious violations like reckless driving will put you in the high-risk category.

What company offers the cheapest car insurance in Nevada after a DUI?

Although many insurance companies provide coverage after a DUI, State Farm offers the most affordable rate at $1,543 a year.

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious traffic violation that damages your driving record. It can raise auto insurance premiums for nearly 10 years, on top of fines and other penalties. Multiple DUIs drive rates even higher, but consistent safe driving over time can gradually lead to lower premiums.

The table below compares average car insurance premiums in Nevada for drivers with a clean record versus those with a DUI.

CompanyAverage annual premium for clean recordAnnual premium for a DUI
State Farm$1,443$1,543
Travelers$1,995$3,070
Progressive$2,482$3,480
Allstate$2,614$3,548
Mercury Insurance$2,156$3,821
American Family$2,429$4,022
GEICO$1,708$4,189
Farmers$2,328$4,552
CSAA Insurance (AAA)$3,651$5,110
USAA$1,672$3,352

Cheapest car insurance in Nevada with multiple tickets

For drivers with multiple tickets, State Farm offers the lowest premiums, averaging $1,543 per year or $129 per month.

A single ticket can raise your car insurance premiums, but multiple tickets will push them even higher. Repeatedly violating speed limits and other traffic laws signals risky behavior, increasing the likelihood that insurers will have to pay claims.

This table shows drivers in Nevada how much having multiple tickets can raise their insurance premiums.

CompanyAverage annual premium for clean recordAnnual premium with a speeding ticket
State Farm$1,443$1,543
Allstate$2,614$2,907
Travelers$1,995$2,924
Farmers$2,328$3,023
Mercury Insurance$2,156$3,031
American Family$2,429$3,107
Progressive$2,482$3,185
GEICO$1,708$4,041
CSAA Insurance (AAA)$3,651$4,782
USAA$1,672$1,963

tip iconKey insight

Two minor tickets can sometimes cost you more on insurance in the end than one major violation.

Which company offers the cheapest insurance for reckless driving in Nevada?

State Farm offers the most affordable rates for drivers with reckless driving convictions, averaging $1,543 per year.

Engaging in driving behaviors that put others at risk can lead to a reckless driving charge. A conviction for reckless driving results in higher car insurance rates.

The table below compares car insurance premiums for drivers with a clean record and those with a reckless driving conviction.

CompanyAverage annual premium for clean recordAnnual premium for reckless driving
State Farm$1,443$1,543
Travelers$1,995$3,070
Allstate$2,614$3,548
Progressive$2,482$3,631
Mercury Insurance$2,156$3,821
American Family$2,429$4,022
Farmers$2,328$4,554
GEICO$1,708$4,727
CSAA Insurance (AAA)$3,651$5,110
USAA$1,672$2,751

tip iconKey insight

A reckless driving conviction can limit your car insurance options and significantly raise rates, so shopping around is critical.

Which company has the cheapest car insurance for drivers with bad credit in Nevada?

The cheapest Nevada insurer for bad credit is GEICO, with rates averaging $2,643 per year or $220 per month. The good news is that drivers with bad credit can still get affordable auto insurance.

Your credit score may not be related to your driving skills, but it can affect your car insurance rates and put you in a higher-risk category. From an insurer's perspective, higher risk means an increased chance of filing a claimAn insurance claim is a request you make to your insurance company for coverage after your car is damaged or you have an accident. You can file a claim online, by phone, or in writing., and statistics show that drivers with lower credit scores are in this category.

Check the table below to see how your credit score affects Nevada car insurance.

CompanyAnnual premium for good creditAnnual premium for bad credit
GEICO$1,708$2,643
Mercury Insurance$2,156$3,155
Travelers$1,995$3,284
American Family$2,429$3,877
Progressive$2,482$4,211
Farmers$2,328$4,619
Allstate$2,614$4,789
CSAA Insurance (AAA)$3,651$5,417
State Farm$1,443$6,138
USAA$1,672$3,654

What company has the cheapest car insurance in Nevada after an accident?

State Farm has the lowest average rates after an accident at $1,663 a year. Travelers also offers affordable rates, averaging $2,802 per year.

Drivers with accidents on their record typically pay higher insurance rates than those with a clean record. While car insurance rates may increase after one accident, multiple accidents can increase rates even more.

This table shows rates for drivers with a clean record, one at-fault accident and multiple accidents.

CompanyAverage annual premium for clean recordAnnual premium for one at-fault accidentAnnual premium for multiple accident
State Farm$1,443$1,663$1,663
Travelers$1,995$2,802$3,510
GEICO$1,708$3,495$6,033
Allstate$2,614$3,577$4,463
Farmers$2,328$3,644$4,768
Progressive$2,482$3,749$5,449
Mercury Insurance$2,156$4,003$5,705
American Family$2,429$4,060$5,002
CSAA Insurance (AAA)$3,651$6,121$9,024
USAA$1,672$2,333$3,937

tip iconKey insight

Accident forgiveness programs can prevent rate increases, but eligibility varies by insurer, and often only minor accidents qualify.

Which city has the cheapest car insurance for high-risk drivers in Nevada?

Wells has the cheapest car insurance rates in Nevada, averaging $2,521 a year. However, the most expensive city is Las Vegas, with average insurance rates of $3,871 annually.

Where you live in Nevada also affects car insurance rates. For example, if you live in a high-traffic or high-theft area, rates will increase because your vehicle is more likely to be damaged or stolen.

CityAverage annual premium for clean recordAnnual premium for high-risk driver
Wells$1,699$2,521
Carlin$1,703$2,527
Elko$1,712$2,544
Ely$1,732$2,571
Fallon$1,828$2,717
Sparks$1,958$2,926
Mesquite$1,997$2,986
Indian Springs$2,086$3,081
Henderson$2,331$3,484
Las Vegas$2,594$3,871

How can high-risk drivers lower their car insurance rates in Nevada?

Finding affordable car insurance in Nevada is possible, even with a bad driving record. Ways to lower car insurance rates include:

Where you live in Nevada also affects car insurance rates. For example, if you live in a high-traffic or high-theft area, rates will increase because your vehicle is more likely to be damaged or stolen.

  • Carefully consider filing claims. Paying for minor damage out of pocket may be cheaper than filing an insurance claim and increasing rates for years.
  • Avoid costly infractions. Drive carefully to avoid adding traffic infractions to your record. Tickets only affect insurance rates for a few years, which will decrease if more tickets aren't added.
  • Improve your credit score. Raising your credit score lowers car insurance rates. Make on-time payments and consider credit usage to improve your rating.
  • Take a defensive driving course. Many insurance companies offer a discount for doing so, and some states remove driver's license points for successfully completing the class.
  • Shop around for coverage. Every car insurance company weighs factors differently and offers different rates. Compare quotes to find the cheapest rates.

PEOPLE ASK:

How long are you considered a high-risk driver in Nevada?

Three years is common, but how long you are considered a high-risk driver in California depends on the insurance company's guidelines. The state determines how long a violation stays on your record, but the insurance company determines how long you're charged for that violation.

What are Nevada's insurance requirements for high-risk drivers?

If you're a high-risk driver in Nevada, you may need to file an SR-22. Your insurer submits this form to confirm you carry the state's minimum required coverage. The court will specify how long you must maintain the SR-22.

An SR-22 is not a type of insurance; it's simply a form. You don't need special coverage, but your premiums may be higher since you're classified as high risk. Additionally, not all insurance companies offer policies for high risk drivers or handle SR-22 filings.

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National and state average rates are based on three coverage levels: state minimum, 50/100/50 liability-only, and full coverage with 100/300/100 liability and $500 deductibles.

All base rate averages are based on our full coverage data set. This data set is based on:

  • Bodily injury liability of $100,000 per person and $300,000 per incident
  • Property damage liability of $100,000 per incident
  • Comprehensive and collision deductibles of $500
  • 40-year-old driver
  • Honda Accord LX
  • Good credit
  • A clean driving record
  • 12-mile commute, 10,000 annual mileage

Our data is then adjusted to reflect the rate increase from this base rate for the following infractions and issue:

  • DUI
  • Reckless driving
  • Multiple speeding tickets
  • Bad credit
  • One at-fault accident over $2,000
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