Illinois laws require drivers to carry minimum car insurance coverage of 25/50/20. It is important for all Illinois drivers to have at least the minimum coverage to comply with state law and drive legally. Skip to article
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Car insurance is required in almost every state, but the minimum amount drivers must purchase varies.
In Illinois, drivers must carry a minimum of 25/50/20 of auto insurance to legally drive a vehicle.
State minimum car insurance is the minimum liability coverage your state requires. It covers the accidental bodily injury and property damage you cause to others. It doesn’t, however, cover damage to your car or your injuries.
“Liability coverages will help protect you in the event you cause injury or damage to another person or other property,” says Rick Kautzer, director of product management at insurer Dairyland Insurance.
While meeting the minimum requirements in Illinois is a legal obligation, it is worth considering getting more than just bare-bones coverage. The state minimum is rarely enough to protect your finances in case of a costly accident. Paying for additional coverage can offer better protection and can help safeguard your finances.
Written by: Shivani Gite Contributing WriterShivani Gite is a personal finance and insurance writer with a degree in journalism and mass communication. She is passionate about making insurance topics easy to understand for people and helping them make better financial decisions. When not writing, you can find her reading a book or watching anime.
Reviewed by: Laura Longero Executive EditorLaura is an award-winning editor with experience in content and communications covering auto insurance and personal finance. She has written for several media outlets, including the USA Today Network. She most recently worked in the public sector for the Nevada Department of Transportation.
Table of Contents Table of ContentsSee the minimum liability insurance requirements for Illinois in the table below:
| Insurance coverage required | Coverage limits |
|---|---|
| Bodily injury liability | $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident |
| Property damage liability | $20,000 per accident |
| Uninsured/underinsured motorist bodily injury coverage | $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident |
This is the minimum coverage that drivers must purchase in Illinois to meet the state’s financial responsibility laws.
However, this is rarely sufficient protection in case of an accident, which is why Illinois drivers should consider getting more coverage than the state-mandated coverage limits.
CarInsurance.com editors recommend liability limits of 100/300/100 with full coverage for most drivers. These limits mean you’re protected within the following amounts:
A driver with a good driving record pays an average of $35 a month for state minimum liability car insurance in Illinois for the coverage limits of 25/50/20.
The three key aspects of liability coverage encompass bodily injury per individual, bodily injury per accident and property damage. The insurer covers up to $25 for bodily injuries inflicted on a single individual in a car crash. In case an accident results in injuries to multiple individuals, the insurance will cover a total amount up to $50. Furthermore, any property damage caused by an accident will be covered up to a limit of $20.
Car insurance rates can vary based on several factors, including your location, driving history, age and the insurance company you choose. Remember, this is liability insurance only – it won’t cover any damage to your vehicle or injury to your passengers in the case of an at-fault accident.
Drivers must find an insurer that offers competitive rates while still providing the necessary coverage to comply with Illinois’s legal requirements.
According to a CarInsurance.com analysis, Geico offers the cheapest state minimum car insurance in Illinois at an average of $23 a month, or $277 a year. Other than Geico, Erie Insurance and Auto-Owners also provide cheap car insurance to Illinois drivers for the coverage limit 25/50/20.
Below are the cheapest car insurance companies for minimum coverage in Illinois.
| Company | State Minimum Annual Rates | State Minimum Monthly Rates |
|---|---|---|
| Geico | $277 | $23 |
| Erie Insurance | $312 | $26 |
| Auto-Owners | $318 | $26 |
| Country Financial | $348 | $29 |
| State Farm | $410 | $34 |
| Travelers | $422 | $35 |
| USAA | $478 | $40 |
| Automobile Club MI (AAA) | $480 | $40 |
| Progressive | $524 | $44 |
| Allstate | $648 | $54 |
Driving without minimum car insurance in Illinois can result in hefty fines. The state of Illinois requires every driver to have minimum car insurance coverage to ensure that in case of an accident, everyone involved will have the necessary protection.
Here’s what can happen if you drive without minimum insurance in Illinois:
| Fine Amount | $500 |
| Jail Time | None |
| Registration Suspension | No |
| License Suspension | Yes |
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Illinois minimum car insurance includes liability coverage, which helps cover damages caused to others in an accident for which you are at fault – up to the policy’s limits.
However, it does not cover damages to your own vehicle or injuries you sustain in an accident.
“You should carefully review the amount of coverage you’re being quoted and determine whether it offers the protection you need,” Kautzer says.
Make sure you consider the value of your vehicle, your driving habits and your financial situation before you decide on a policy.
In addition to liability coverage, there are other types of car insurance coverage available in Illinois, including:
Comprehensive coverage in Illinois reimburses you for damage to your car caused by events such as theft, vandalism, animal strikes or weather events.
Collision coverage pays for damage to your car caused by a collision with another car or object.
Personal injury protection or medical payments coverage is optional in Illinois. It covers medical expenses for you and your passengers if you are injured in a car accident, regardless of who is at fault. PIP protection also may offer additional benefits, such as reimbursing you for lost wages.
Car insurance companies in Illinois offer roadside assistance coverage as an option if your car breaks down or you need a tow.
In Illinois, rental reimbursement coverage pays for a rental car while your car is being repaired after an accident.
Illinois drivers are required to purchase minimum liability car insurance of 25/50/20. Failing to meet these minimum requirements can result in fines, license suspension or other legal consequences.
Minimum liability car insurance provides some financial protection to drivers and others who drive the policyholder’s vehicle, but only up to the policy’s limits. This type of insurance covers the cost of repairing or replacing someone else’s vehicle, as well as covering the cost of their medical expenses up to the policy’s limits. It even covers legal fees that may arise from accidents.
However, it’s minimum coverage. Illinois drivers will face significant out-of-pocket expenses after an at-fault accident if their limits are low and damages exceed them.
CarInsurance.com commissioned Quadrant Information Institute to get state minimum car insurance rates from a 2023 data set. The rates are based on the sample profile of a 40-year-old male who drives a Honda Accord LX and has a clean driving record.
After an in-depth analysis, we have curated a list of companies that provide the cheapest state minimum car insurance rates. USAA is included in this list but it offers services only to current and former military members and their families.
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