Kentucky

  • ~$50–$70
  • ~$130–$155
  • $25K/$50K/$25K
Kentucky features moderate insurance premiums, influenced by rural driving risks and a growing urban population in Louisville and Lexington. The state maintains a traditional tort system with no-fault coverage optional, while weather and terrain increase claims in mountainous areas.

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Kentucky Auto Insurance Facts *

Drivers

  • ~3.0–3.1 million licensed drivers as of 2023.
  • Vehicle ownership is high, with ~90% of households owning a car.
  • Pickup trucks and SUVs are popular, especially in rural counties.
  • Uninsured motorist rate around 14%.
  • Limited public transit outside urban centers.

Accidents

Year Reported Crashes Injury Crashes Fatal Crashes
2018 ~68,400 ~20,100 504
2019 ~69,800 ~20,600 517
2020 ~61,900 ~18,200 522
2021 ~67,300 ~19,800 538
2022 ~68,900 ~20,100 549

Laws & Regulations

  • Tort liability system.
  • Uninsured motorist coverage optional but recommended.
  • Electronic proof of insurance required.
* Resources:
U.S. Census Bureau
NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting
State Crash Data Portals
Federal Reserve / BLS