Thursday, September 13, 2007

Ten Least Expensive States for Auto Insurance*

State
Annual Premium
1. Wisonsin
$1335
2. Ohio
$1342
3. Iowa
$1394
4. Maine
$1403 (Tie)
4. Oklahoma
$1403 (Tie)
5. Idaho
$1457
6. Indiana
$1481
7. Kansas
$1538
8. Illinois
$1548
9. Oregon
$1550



Ten Most Expensive Statesfor Auto Insurance*
State
Annual Premium
1. Louisiana
$2740
2. New York
$2601
3. New Jersey
$2568
4. Deleware
$2507
5. Washington D.C.
$2504
6. Rhode Island
$2375
7. West Virginia
$2163
8. Maryland
$2134
9. Michigan
$2077
10. Wyoming
$2062
Even in these days of almost universal nationwide mandatory coverage, about 15 percent of motorists drive uninsured, according to Insurance Research Council estimates. "The problem of uninsured motorists persists," said Elizabeth A. Sprinkel, IRC senior vice resident. "Responsible drivers who purchase insurance end up paying for injuries caused by uninsured drivers."

The Insurance Information Institute forecast a drop of 0.5 percent in 2007,

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