Car Insurance in Minot, North Dakota
Estimated full coverage in Minot runs about $1,170 a year ($97/month) — ▲ +14% versus the North Dakota average, ranking 3rd most expensive of the 8 North Dakota cities we cover.
Why car insurance in Minot costs more than the North Dakota average
Insurers price by territory, and Minot's numbers explain most of the gap. With 47,440 residents on 27.7 square miles, the city's density (1,713 people per square mile) is 8.9 times the density where the typical North Dakota resident lives (193). The average commute is 19.7 minutes (North Dakota: 17.9), and 77% of workers drive alone. Together these put our location factor at 1.15× the state baseline for liability and collision, and 1.11× for comprehensive once FEMA weather risk for Ward County is included.
| Factor | Minot | North Dakota ref. | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population density | 1,713 / sq mi | 193 / sq mi | More vehicles per mile of road means more fender-benders and claims. |
| Average commute | 19.7 min | 17.9 min | Longer daily drives add exposure to crashes. |
| Commutes over 60 min | 7.1% | — | Long highway commutes raise mileage-based risk. |
| Drive alone to work | 77.2% | — | Share of workers commuting by car. |
| Public transit to work | 0.5% | — | Transit use lowers how much residents drive. |
| Work from home | 5.3% | — | Remote workers may qualify for low-mileage pricing. |
| Households without a car | 5.9% | — | Context for non-owner and occasional-driver policies. |
| Weather hazard score (FEMA) | 63.3 | 77.5 | Hail, wind, flood and hurricane exposure drive comprehensive claims. |
Car insurance cost by ZIP code in Minot
Rates can change from one ZIP code to the next. Across 3 Minot ZIP codes, our full-coverage estimate ranges from $1,030 in 58703 to $1,090 in 58707. Denser, longer-commute neighborhoods estimate higher. Click a column to sort.
| ZIP | Population | Density / sq mi | Commute | No car | Est. full / yr | vs. city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58701 | 33,086 | 141 | 20.1 min | 5.8% | $1,035 | −12% |
| 58703 | 22,139 | 142 | 19.3 min | 4.6% | $1,030 | −12% |
| 58707 | 500 | 4,386 | 6.1 min | — | $1,090 | −7% |
Minimum car insurance in Minot
Minot drivers follow North Dakota's rules: at least 25/50/25 liability coverage, personal injury protection, and uninsured motorist coverage. North Dakota is no-fault. We estimate state-minimum coverage in Minot at $315 a year, and $460 for 100/300/100 limits.
| Coverage | Required? | Minimum | What it pays for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bodily injury liability | Yes | $25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident | Injuries you cause to other people |
| Property damage liability | Yes | $25,000 | Damage you cause to other vehicles and property |
| Personal injury protection (PIP) | Yes | $30,000 Basic no-fault (PIP) benefits of $30,000 per person are required for economic losses such as medical expenses and lost work. | Your own medical bills and lost wages, regardless of fault |
| Uninsured motorist (UM) | Yes | 25/50 Uninsured motorist bodily injury coverage of at least 25/50 is required. | Your injuries when the at-fault driver has no insurance |
| Underinsured motorist (UIM) | Yes | 25/50 Underinsured motorist coverage equal to the uninsured motorist coverage is required. | The gap when the at-fault driver’s limits are too low |
| Medical payments (MedPay) | No | — Medical expenses are covered through required no-fault coverage. | Medical bills for you and your passengers |
Risk factors that shape Minot premiums
Accidents
North Dakota recorded 90 traffic deaths, or 0.90 per 100 million vehicle miles (U.S.: 1.19), in the latest full year of federal crash data. Local crash frequency is folded into our density and commute factors.
Vehicle theft
North Dakota's vehicle theft rate is 154 per 100,000 residents (U.S.: 197). The most-stolen vehicle in the state is the Chevrolet Pickup (Full Size) (NICB). Theft losses are paid by comprehensive coverage.
Weather
FEMA rates Ward County as relatively moderate for hail, relatively low for inland flooding and relatively moderate for strong wind.
Traffic & commuting
7.1% of Minot commuters spend an hour or more getting to work, and there are 1.79 vehicles per household. 5.3% work from home — worth mentioning to insurers that offer low-mileage pricing.
| Hazard | Risk rating | Score (0–100) | Insurance impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hail | 83.9 | Comprehensive (car); roof claims (home) | |
| Tornado | 66.1 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Hurricane | — | Comprehensive; wind/hurricane deductibles (home) | |
| Inland (river) flooding | 41.9 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Coastal flooding | — | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Strong wind | 61.3 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Winter weather | 98.9 | Collision (icy roads); frozen pipes (home) |
Scores are national percentiles of FEMA's county risk (higher means more expected loss than most other U.S. counties).
Estimated car insurance in Minot by driver profile
A clean-record driver in their 50s pays the least in our Minot model (about $1,075 for full coverage); an 18-year-old on their own policy pays about $3,210, and a DUI pushes a 30-something to $2,160.
| Driver | Minimum | Standard | Full coverage | Full / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teen driver (18, own policy) | $870 | $1,260 | $3,210 | $268 |
| Young adult (22) | $505 | $735 | $1,870 | $156 |
| Adult in their 30s | $315 | $460 | $1,170 | $98 |
| Adult in their 50s | $290 | $420 | $1,075 | $90 |
| Senior (72) | $355 | $515 | $1,310 | $109 |
| 30s, one at-fault accident | $460 | $665 | $1,695 | $141 |
| 30s, DUI on record | $585 | $850 | $2,160 | $180 |
Minimum vs. standard vs. full coverage in Minot
| Coverage level | What it includes | Per year | Per month | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State minimum liability | Only the liability (and PIP/UM where required) limits your state mandates. No coverage for your own car. | $315 | $26 | $260–$375 |
| Standard liability (100/300/100) | Higher liability limits plus uninsured motorist coverage. Still no coverage for damage to your own car. | $460 | $38 | $375–$540 |
| Full coverage | Standard liability plus collision and comprehensive, typically required on a financed or leased car. | $1,170 | $97 | $960–$1,380 |
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Cheap car insurance in Minot: how to lower your rate
The cheapest policy is the one that fits your situation. These levers are priced with Minot's own numbers:
| Change | Est. yearly savings | Good fit if… |
|---|---|---|
| Raise collision/comprehensive deductible from $500 to $1,000 | $100 | You have savings to cover a bigger out-of-pocket repair. |
| Low-mileage / usage-based pricing (under 7,500 mi) | $85 | You're among the 5.3% of Minot workers who work from home, or you rarely drive. |
| Drop collision & comprehensive on an older car | $390 | The car is paid off and worth little more than a year of premiums. |
| Standard (100/300/100) instead of full coverage | $710 | No loan or lease requires physical-damage coverage. |
| Avoid one speeding ticket | $255 | Everyone — violations typically affect rates for three to five years. |
Also ask about bundling, good-student, paid-in-full and defensive-driving discounts, and re-shop at every renewal — the same driver can be priced very differently by different insurers. We don't recommend specific companies. Common car insurance discounts.
Comparing car insurance quotes in Minot
- Use identical limits and deductibles on every quote — e.g. 100/300/100 liability with $1,000 deductibles — or prices aren't comparable.
- Get quotes from different channels: captive agents, independent agents who quote several insurers, and direct online insurers. There are 10 offices listed below.
- Check complaint records with the North Dakota Insurance and Securities Department (complaint information) before you buy.
- Mention your ZIP code accurately — within Minot, our estimates differ by up to $60 a year between neighborhoods.
Car insurance agents near Minot, ND
We found 10 insurance offices within about 4 miles of central Minot, from open map data. Hover over a listing to show it on the map, click it to open the address in Google Maps, or tap it on a phone to start navigation. We don't sell insurance, rate these offices or receive anything from them.
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Nicole Ann Brasfield - Farmers Insurance
7 3rd St SE, Minot, ND 58701 -
Michael Harlan Buseth - Farmers Insurance
6 1st St SW, Minot, ND 58701 -
Miranda Lynn Schuler - Farmers Insurance
811 S Broadway, Minot, ND 58701 -
Emily Grossman Agency, LLC
811 S Broadway, Ste C, Minot, ND 58701 -
Kellen Curtis Latendresse - Farmers Insurance
304 18th Ave SW, Minot, ND 58701 -
First Western Insurance
415 20th Avenue Southwest, Minot, ND 58701 -
Kim Albert Agency
2825 S Broadway, Ste 2, Minot, ND 58701 -
Lee W Amon - Farmers Insurance
1408 20th Ave SW, Minot, ND 58701 -
Michael A Lucy Agency Inc
605 31st Ave SW, Ste 2, Minot, ND 58701 -
Michael Braun - State Farm
816 31st Ave SW, Suite A, Minot, ND 58701
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Insurance cost of popular cars in Minot
| Model | Segment | Est. full coverage / yr | vs. average car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V | Small SUV | $865 | −26% |
| Subaru Outback | Wagon | $885 | −24% |
| Tesla Model 3 | Midsize car | $1,225 | +5% |
| Subaru Forester | Small SUV | $870 | −26% |
| Honda Civic | Compact car | $1,290 | +10% |
| Toyota Corolla | Compact car | $1,205 | +3% |
| Jeep Wrangler | Midsize SUV | $875 | −25% |
| Mazda CX-5 | Small SUV | $960 | −18% |
| MINI Cooper | Subcompact car | $870 | −26% |
| Tesla Model Y | Midsize SUV | $1,100 | −6% |
Car insurance in nearby North Dakota cities
- Mandan $1,150/yr · 99 mi
- Bismarck $1,160/yr · 101 mi
- Williston $1,110/yr · 108 mi
- Dickinson $1,130/yr · 117 mi
- Grand Forks $1,135/yr · 195 mi
- West Fargo $1,195/yr · 225 mi
- Fargo $1,175/yr · 228 mi
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Frequently asked questions
How much is car insurance in Minot, ND?
We estimate full coverage in Minot at about $1,170 a year ($97 a month) for a driver in their 30s with a clean record, and about $315 for North Dakota's minimum liability coverage. Real quotes vary by insurer, driver and vehicle.
Why is car insurance in Minot more expensive than the North Dakota average?
Our Minot estimate is 14% higher than the statewide figure. The model reflects a population density of 1,713 people per square mile (the typical North Dakota resident lives at about 193) and an average commute of 19.7 minutes versus 17.9 statewide. Denser traffic and longer drives mean more claims, which insurers price into local rates.
What car insurance is required in Minot?
Drivers in Minot follow North Dakota law: at least 25/50/25 liability coverage plus PIP and uninsured motorist coverage.
Which ZIP code in Minot has the cheapest car insurance?
Among Minot's 3 ZIP codes, 58703 has the lowest estimate (about $1,030 a year for full coverage) and 58707 the highest (about $1,090), mainly because of differences in density and commute times.
How much is car insurance for a teenager in Minot?
An 18-year-old with their own full-coverage policy would pay around $3,210 a year in Minot by our estimate ($870 for minimum coverage). Adding a teen to a parent's policy is usually cheaper.
Does weather affect car insurance in Minot?
FEMA's National Risk Index does not rate Ward County as high risk for hail, hurricanes, flooding or tornadoes, so weather has a smaller effect on the comprehensive part of local premiums.
Are there car insurance agents near me in Minot?
We list 10 insurance offices in and around Minot, with addresses, phone numbers where published, and directions. We don't sell insurance or rank these offices.
How we estimate this
We start from the state's average liability, collision and comprehensive premiums published by the NAIC, then apply a location factor (population density and commute time from the Census ACS, weather hazard scores from FEMA's National Risk Index), a vehicle factor (HLDI insurance-loss data where available, otherwise vehicle segment), and a driver-profile multiplier. Results are rounded ranges for comparison, not quotes. Read the full methodology.
- North Dakota Insurance Department: Auto
- N.D.C.C. chapter 26.1-41 (auto accident reparations; serious injury)
- NDDOT: Driver Record Services and Suspensions
- NDDOT: Drivers License FAQ
- North Dakota Insurance Department: Complaints
- NAIC 2022/2023 Auto Insurance Database Report
- NAIC Homeowners Insurance Report: Data for 2023
- Insurance Research Council uninsured motorist estimates (via Triple-I)
- IIHS Fatality Facts: state by state
- FBI Crime Data Explorer: Crime in the United States 2025 (Table 4)
- NICB 2022 Vehicle Theft Data: top 10 stolen vehicles by state
- FHWA Highway Statistics 2024, Table DL-1C (licensed drivers)
- FHWA Highway Statistics 2024, Table MV-1 (registrations)
- FHWA Highway Statistics 2024, Table VM-2 (vehicle-miles traveled)
- U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (Minot and ZIP code tabulation areas)
- U.S. Census Bureau population estimates and Gazetteer files
- FEMA National Risk Index (county hazard ratings)
- Insurance office locations: OpenStreetMap contributors and All The Places