Florida Car Insurance

Whether you’re putting the top down for a jaunt out to the Keys or commuting into Tallahassee for work, a Farmers® Smart Plan Auto policy offers coverage options designed for how you drive today. Discounts can help you save even more.

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What is the average cost of car insurance in Florida?

Florida drivers paid an average of $1,458 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). That’s more than the national average of $1,176, according to the same report. 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 Florida?

A car insurance policy with a minimum amount of personal injury protection and property damage liability coverage is required in Florida. However, minimum coverage may not be the full extent of coverage you want.

As of February 2023, these are the minimum requirements in Florida.

COVERAGE TYPE

FLORIDA MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Personal injury protection

$10,000 per accident

Property damage liability

$10,000 per accident

COVERAGE TYPE

Personal injury protection

FLORIDA MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

$10,000 per accident

COVERAGE TYPE

Property damage liability

FLORIDA MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

$10,000 per accident

What does car insurance typically cover in Florida?

A typical car insurance policy in Florida includes coverage for personal injury protection and property damage liability, as well as optional collision and comprehensive coverage in case of covered damage or theft.

Read more about Smart Plan Auto coverage options in Florida.

Florida car insurance discounts

Discounts may help lower your insurance costs. Farmers offers a variety of discounts for drivers in Florida. For example:

  • Multi-vehicle
  • Multi-policy
  • Youthful driver

See more information about additional discounts that may be available in Florida.

Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

Hemingway and his wife, Pauline, purchased their Key West house in 1931. Hemingway wrote some of his best-known works here — and provided a home for a six-toed cat named Snow White, whose polydactyl descendants still roam the grounds. — Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum


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Learn From Experience

Still have questions about cars and car insurance in Florida? We have answers.


Why Did My Car Insurance Premium Go Up When Nothing Else Has Changed?

To understand rate increases, it’s important to know that premium calculations are based on your risk and the projected cost it would take to repair or replace your car. Anything that impacts these factors can explain why rates may increase.  

What These Auto Pros Know About Adding Years to a Car’s Life — and You Should, Too

Why do some cars stay safe and reliable for years longer than others? These car pros say it’s more about the owner’s habits than good engineering.

What Happens if a Friend Wrecks My Vehicle?

Many auto policies, including Farmers® policies, cover you and any person using your insured car with your permission. Make sure your policy has this provision before letting anyone drive your car.