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This page reveals the latest facts and figures regarding auto insurance in the state of Alaska.

Scroll down and find out how to score the cheapest car insurance premium package for your individual needs.

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average auto insurance premiums

The Average Annual Auto Insurance Premium for Alaska was $1,200 this year, quite a bit lower than the national average of $1,365 for the same time period. See the link for a state by state auto insurance quote comparison.

Alaska's low crime rates and low population density bring down the premium costs, while factors such as harsh weather conditions can drive premiums upward.

So, these factors counterbalance each other. All in all, Alaska has a relatively low average annual rate for auto insurance.

penalties for uninsured drivers

If you are ticketed for driving without insurance in Alaska, you can reasonably expect to have your license suspended or revoked.

If this happens, the you must file an SR-22 form (proof of minimum coverage) to reinstate your driving privileges.

Current estimates indicate that more than 15% of vehicles driven on Alaska roads are uninsured.

minimum liability coverage for vehicles in alaska

The minimum required insurance coverage for each vehicle owned in Alaska is 50/100/25.

This means no less than:

$50,000 in accident-related damages to insured drivers
$100,000 to cover others who suffer death or injury
$25,000 for property damage.

Maine and Alaska have the highest minimum personal liability limits in the whole United States.

Still, many smaller Alaskan villages do not require auto registration or insurance. The Alaska DMV publishes an annual list of remote areas with no car insurance requirements.

lowering the cost of alaska car insurance

Auto insurance companies in Alaska offer various discounts to promote and encourage safe driving habits.

Super safe drivers might score an Accident-Free Discount or a Good Driver Discount.
High academic performance earns a Good student discount.
Seniors earn Defensive Driving Course discounts.
Holders of more than one insurance policy may be eligible for the multiple auto and/or multiple policy discounts.

Additional auto insurance discounts include passive restraint discounts for factory-installed airbags, and anti-theft device discounts, among others.