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Data-driven insights on auto insurance pricing

Short, sourced articles analyzing the state of auto insurance rates across the U.S. — most expensive states, biggest movers, year-over-year trends, and what's behind them.

MD: +66%, now #1 most expensiveMay 6, 2026

Maryland Now Tops U.S. Car Insurance Costs

Maryland's average annual premium climbed 66% in five years to $3,646 — far outpacing the 42% national increase and topping every state in our dataset.

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Top 5 states: avg $3,308/yrMay 6, 2026

The 5 Most Expensive States for Auto Insurance

Drivers in these five states pay 37–63% more than the national average for auto insurance — where premiums are highest in 2026 and what's driving them.

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30 of 40 states down YoYMay 6, 2026

Where Auto Insurance Rates Are Falling in 2026

Average auto insurance premiums are dropping again in 2026. We dug into state-by-state data to find where drivers are seeing the largest savings.

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