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How much is it to insure a Tesla?

I live in New Orleans and I am thinking about getting a new 2021 Tesla. I want to make sure I look at the total cost of owning a Tesla. Does it cost more to insure than other vehicles?

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Shannon Martin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“The cost of insurance for a Tesla will vary depending on factors like age, driving history, and location.
Louisiana
has the highest average insurance cost for Tesla and I am sure living in the Big Easy will cost even more than in other parts of the state.
Don’t let this discourage you, there are many things you can do to help lower the cost of your car insurance. All of the discounts that apply towards a gas vehicle will apply to an elective vehicle such as:
The best thing to do is to shop insurance premiums with as many providers as you can. Downloading the
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Also, do some research on the cost of ownership for a Tesla. They do have a much lower cost of yearly maintenance than other vehicles, which can help offset the price of
car insurance
.”
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