Colorado Car Insurance
In Colorado, whether you’re adventuring out along the San Juan Skyway to Durango and Ouray or commuting into Boulder for your day job, a Farmers Flex® Personal Auto policy offers new, affordable coverage options designed for how you drive today. Discounts can help you save even more.
What is the average cost of car insurance in Colorado?
Colorado drivers paid an average of $1,330 a year for full coverage (liability, collision and comprehensive) in 2020, according to the most recent data available from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). Keep in mind that insurance premiums in most states have changed since then. Your cost will also depend on how much coverage you choose, as well as your driving history, the car you drive and other factors.
What auto insurance is mandatory in Colorado?
A car insurance policy with a minimum amount of liability coverage is required in Colorado. However, minimum coverage may not be the full extent of coverage you want.
As of January 2023, 25/50/15 liability coverage limits are the minimum required in Colorado.
COVERAGE TYPE
COLORADO MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bodily injury liability
$25,000 per person; $50,000 per accident
Property damage liability
$15,000 per accident
COVERAGE TYPE
Bodily injury liability
COLORADO MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
$25,000 per person; $50,000 per accident
COVERAGE TYPE
Property damage liability
COLORADO MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
$15,000 per accident
What does car insurance typically cover in Colorado?
A car insurance policy with a minimum amount of liability coverage is required in Colorado. However, minimum coverage may not be the full extent of coverage you want. A typical car insurance policy in Colorado includes coverage for bodily injury and property damage liability, as well as optional collision and comprehensive coverage in case of covered damage or theft.
Farmers® also offers optional Rental or Rental Alternative coverage (for when your car is in the shop), Vehicle Replacement Plus (if your newer car is totaled), Enhanced Roadside and Ride Assistance and other coverages.
Read more about coverage options in Colorado with a Farmers Flex Personal Auto policy.
Colorado car insurance discounts
Farmers offers a variety of discounts for drivers in Colorado. For example:
- Welcome Discount
- Loyalty Discount
- Five-Year Accident-Free Discount
- Multi-Policy Discount
- Signal®, which can reward you with an initial discount when you use our Signal app
See more information about additional discounts that may be available in Colorado.
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Learn From Experience
Still have questions about cars and car insurance in Colorado? We have answers.
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