🚗 Car insurance cost in Maine (2026)

The estimated average is $1,333 per yearbelow the national average (-38% vs. the U.S. average of $2,150).

$1,333
Avg. car insurance
per year
#51
of 51 states
cheaper than avg
$2,150
U.S. average
per year
Northeast
Region

Maine is home to about 1.4 million people, and car insurance here runs below the national average. Below, estimate a price for your own profile, then drill into your city — rates in a large metro like Portland typically differ from smaller towns.

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Maine car insurance estimator

Estimated$2,333/year

Starts from the Maine average. Estimate only — get quotes to confirm.

Car insurance cost in Maine cities

Estimated car insurance per year in major Maine cities.
CityPopulationEst. car insurance
Portland68,313$1,280
Lewiston37,121$1,280
Bangor31,753$1,280

Maine car insurance FAQ

How much is car insurance in Maine?

The estimated average car insurance in Maine is $1,333 per year, which is below the national average (-38% vs. the U.S. average of $2,150). Maine ranks 51 of 51 states from most to least expensive.

Why is car insurance cheaper in Maine?

Car insurance pricing in Maine reflects local risk factors — weather and catastrophe exposure, accident/claim frequency, repair and medical costs, and state regulation. That’s why costs differ across the Northeast.

How can I save on car insurance in Maine?

Compare at least three quotes from insurers active in Maine, bundle policies, and re-shop every year. Use the calculator above to see how your profile changes the price.

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