Field report · MN

Car insurance in Minnesota

Minnesota is a no-fault state with a minimum liability requirement of30/60/10. Here's what that means, what it costs, and what to check before you buy.

Minimum coverage30/60/10
Fault systemNo-fault
Uninsured motoristRequired
RegulatorMinnesota Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS), a division of the Department of Public Safety

What the minimums actually mean

$30,000 per injured person, $60,000 total per accident for injuries, and $10,000 for property damage, plus mandatory no-fault PIP of $40,000 ($20,000 medical + $20,000 wage-loss/other expenses) - among the highest PIP minimums in the country.

Both UM and UIM bodily-injury coverage are required at a 25/50 minimum on every policy, in addition to the no-fault PIP.

Estimated cost

Illustrative estimate: roughly $600-$605/year for minimum coverage.

Why this is a range, not a quote

Rates depend heavily on your driving record, exact ZIP code, vehicle, and the insurer's own pricing model — two neighbors can legally pay very different amounts for the same coverage. Use ourcost calculator for a figure based on your own details, orget matched with carriers directly.

SR-22 & high-risk filings

Typically required after a DUI/DWI, driving uninsured, or reckless driving convictions.

Local conditions worth knowing

Minnesota is a high-risk state for deer-vehicle collisions, and its no-fault structure with a relatively high $40,000 PIP minimum contributes to premiums above some Midwest neighbors.

Frequently asked

What is the minimum car insurance requirement in Minnesota?
Minnesota requires liability limits of at least 30/60/10. $30,000 per injured person, $60,000 total per accident for injuries, and $10,000 for property damage, plus mandatory no-fault PIP of $40,000 ($20,000 medical + $20,000 wage-loss/other expenses) - among the highest PIP minimums in the country.
Is Minnesota an at-fault or no-fault state?
Minnesota is a no-fault state for car insurance claims.
Do I need an SR-22 in Minnesota?
Typically required after a DUI/DWI, driving uninsured, or reckless driving convictions.
Is uninsured motorist coverage required in Minnesota?
Both UM and UIM bodily-injury coverage are required at a 25/50 minimum on every policy, in addition to the no-fault PIP.

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