Cheapest Car Insurance in Hastings, NE

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Which cars are cheapest to insure?

When comparing rates for all models, the vehicles with the lowest cost average car insurance prices in Hastings, NE, tend to be compact SUVs like the Kia Soul, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and Hyundai Venue. Average auto insurance quotes for the vehicles ranked in the top ten cost $1,756 or less per year ($146 per month) for full coverage.

Some other models that rank in the top 20 in the comparison table below are the Acura RDX, Buick Envista, Nissan Murano, and Volkswagen Tiguan. Insurance rates are a little bit more for those models than the cheapest crossovers and small SUVs that rank near the top, but they still have an average insurance cost of $1,866 or less per year ($156 per month).

The next table shows the vehicles with the cheapest overall insurance rates in Hastings, ordered by cost.

Top 30 Cheapest Cars, Trucks, and SUVs to Insure in Hastings
Rank Make/Model Annual Premium Cost Per Month
1Subaru Crosstrek$1,584$132
2Chevrolet Trailblazer$1,610$134
3Kia Soul$1,672$139
4Nissan Kicks$1,686$141
5Honda Passport$1,708$142
6Buick Envision$1,718$143
7Toyota Corolla Cross$1,728$144
8Hyundai Venue$1,740$145
9Mazda CX-5$1,750$146
10Ford Bronco Sport$1,756$146
11Volkswagen Tiguan$1,776$148
12Acura RDX$1,794$150
13Nissan Murano$1,800$150
14Buick Encore$1,820$152
15Honda CR-V$1,826$152
16Subaru Outback$1,826$152
17Buick Envista$1,832$153
18Volkswagen Taos$1,836$153
19Kia Niro$1,844$154
20Toyota GR Corolla$1,864$155
21Honda HR-V$1,866$156
22Subaru Ascent$1,866$156
23Nissan Leaf$1,876$156
24Chevrolet Colorado$1,888$157
25Honda Civic$1,898$158
26Lexus NX 250$1,898$158
27Volkswagen Atlas$1,902$159
28Acura Integra$1,906$159
29Subaru Forester$1,908$159
30Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport$1,910$159

Data Methodology: Rated driver is a 40-year-old married male with no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle and also for all Hastings, NE Zip Codes. Updated June 27, 2025

Top 30 cheapest vehicles to insure in Hastings, NE with the Subaru Crosstrek ranking first at $1,584 per year
Top 30 cheapest vehicles to insure in Hastings, NE with the Subaru Crosstrek ranking first at $1,584 per year

Some other popular models making the top 30 above include the Chevrolet Colorado, the Acura Integra, the Nissan Leaf, and the Subaru Forester. Auto insurance rates for those models cost between $1,866 and $1,910 per year in Hastings, NE.

To put the rates of the cheapest vehicles in perspective, some models with much more expensive insurance include the Toyota Mirai costing an average of $222 per month, the Audi S3 at $200, and the Lexus LC 500h which averages $268.

How much does car insurance cost in Hastings?

The average car insurance cost in Hastings is $2,140 per year, which is 3.7% less than the U.S. overall average rate of $2,221. The average cost per month for car insurance in Hastings is $178 for full coverage.

Average auto insurance cost in Nebraska is $2,188 per year, so drivers in Hastings pay an average of $48 less per year than the Nebraska state-wide rate. When compared to other larger cities in Nebraska, the cost of auto insurance in Hastings is $6 per year more expensive than in Fremont, $34 per year less than in Kearney, and $32 per year more expensive than in Lincoln.

The chart below shows average Hastings auto insurance rates for 2024 model year vehicles not only by the age of the driver, but also by three different policy deductible amounts.

Average full-coverage car insurance premium in Hastings, NE for different ages of drivers.
Figure 1: Average full-coverage car insurance premium in Hastings, NE for different ages of drivers. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

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Data Methodology: Average premiums are based on all 2024 model year vehicles. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision coverage is included as well as UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premiums are averaged across all Hastings, NE Zip Codes.

Average Car Insurance Cost in Hastings, NE
Driver Age Deductible Annual Premium Cost Per Month
20$1,000$3,648$304
$500$4,310$359
$250$5,012$418
30$1,000$1,916$160
$500$2,284$190
$250$2,670$223
40$1,000$1,802$150
$500$2,140$178
$250$2,496$208
50$1,000$1,606$134
$500$1,900$158
$250$2,206$184
60$1,000$1,504$125
$500$1,778$148
$250$2,066$172

Data Methodology: Rated driver is a 40-year-old married male with no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all Hastings, NE Zip Codes. Updated June 26, 2025

Average car insurance rates in the prior chart range from $1,504 per year for a policy with high deductibles for a 60-year-old driver to $5,012 per year for a 20-year-old driver with low physical damage deductibles.

When the rates shown in the chart are converted to monthly figures, the average cost of car insurance per month in Hastings ranges from $125 to $418.

Hastings car insurance rates are priced differently for every driver and small changes in driver risk profiles can have substantial effects on car insurance cost. Due to the fact that rates are so variable, this stresses the need for multiple auto insurance quotes when shopping online for the cheapest car insurance coverage.

The age of the driver has the single biggest impact on the price of auto insurance. The list below illustrates these differences by showing the difference in average car insurance rates in Hastings for driver ages from 16 to 60.

Average car insurance rates in Hastings, Nebraska, for drivers age 16 to 60

  • 16 year old – $7,631 per year or $636 per month
  • 17 year old – $7,394 per year or $616 per month
  • 18 year old – $6,625 per year or $552 per month
  • 19 year old – $6,031 per year or $503 per month
  • 20 year old – $4,310 per year or $359 per month
  • 30 year old – $2,284 per year or $190 per month
  • 40 year old – $2,140 per year or $178 per month
  • 50 year old – $1,900 per year or $158 per month
  • 60 year old – $1,778 per year or $148 per month

The rates in the list above for average cost of car insurance for teen drivers assumed the gender of the driver was male. The next chart goes into more detail for teenage car insurance rates and illustrates average teen driver rates in Hastings by gender. Females generally have cheaper auto insurance rates, especially as teenagers.

Average cost to insure teenage drivers on an average 2024 model year vehicle with full coverage.
Figure 2: Average cost to insure teenage drivers on an average 2024 model year vehicle with full coverage. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Teenage driver rates are for the 2024 model year with $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles. Average car insurance cost in Hastings includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents.

Average Car Insurance Cost in Hastings, NE for Teenage Drivers
Driver Age Male Driver Female Driver
16-Year-Old$7,631$7,127
17-Year-Old$7,394$7,083
18-Year-Old$6,625$6,114
19-Year-Old$6,031$5,101

Data Methodology: Rated teen drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium amounts are averaged for all trim levels available on the 2024 Average Car. Updated June 26, 2025

Car insurance for a 16-year-old female in Hastings costs an average of $504 less than a male driver per year, while at age 19, the cost difference is less but females still cost $930 less per year.

This next article section goes into more detail about the average cost of car insurance by vehicle segment. The average rates shown in the chart will provide a good idea of which vehicles have the most affordable Hastings auto insurance rates.

Cheapest insurance rates by type of vehicle

If you’re shopping for a new or “new to you” vehicle, it’s important to have a basic understanding of which types of vehicles have more affordable insurance rates.

As an example, maybe you’re wondering if compact SUVs have more affordable insurance than compact cars or if sports cars cost more to insure than regular cars.

The chart below shows average car insurance cost by vehicle segment in Hastings. In general, compact SUVs and midsize pickup trucks tend to have the least expensive rates, with luxury, performance, and sports cars having the most expensive insurance.

Car insurance average cost by automotive segment in Hastings, NE.
Figure 3: Car insurance average cost by automotive segment in Hastings, NE. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Car insurance premium by automotive segment is based on 2024 model year vehicles. The rated driver is a 40-year-old male with no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and rates are averaged for all Hastings Zip Codes.

Car Insurance Rates by Automotive Segment in Hastings, NE
Automotive Segment Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Compact SUV$1,968$164
Midsize SUV$2,116$176
Compact Car$2,118$177
Minivan$2,120$177
Midsize Pickup$2,162$180
Midsize Car$2,184$182
Compact Luxury SUV$2,324$194
Compact Luxury Car$2,356$196
Large SUV$2,366$197
Half-ton Pickup$2,374$198
Heavy Duty Pickup$2,464$205
Midsize Luxury SUV$2,544$212
Midsize Luxury Car$2,628$219
Sports Car$2,944$245
Large Car$3,082$257
Large Luxury SUV$3,316$276
Large Luxury Car$3,426$286

Data Methodology: Rated driver is a 40-year-old married male with no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all 2024 model year vehicles and also for all Hastings, NE Zip Codes. Updated June 26, 2025

Due to significant variation within each segment, regard insurance cost by segment as a rough guide, because it’s best to look at specific models to determine which vehicles in each segment have the cheapest car insurance rates.

For example, in the large luxury SUV segment, average Hastings insurance rates range from the Infiniti QX80 costing $2,402 per year for full coverage insurance to the Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG at $4,606 per year, a difference of $2,204 just within that segment.

As another example, in the midsize car segment, the average cost of insurance can range from the Kia K5 costing $2,064 per year to the Tesla Model 3 at $2,516 per year, a difference of $452 within that segment.

Finally, in the midsize luxury car segment, average rates can vary from the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 costing $2,204 per year to the BMW M8 at $3,610 per year.

The car insurance costs referenced previously consist of an average based on every 2024 vehicle model, which is useful when making overall comparisons such as the cost difference between driver ages or locations. Average auto insurance rates work well when presented with a question like “is car insurance in Hastings cheaper than Grand Island?” or “is car insurance cheaper in Nebraska or Colorado?”.

But for more useful rate comparisons, the data will be more precise if we instead use rates for the specific make and model of vehicle being insured. Each individual model has unique characteristics for calculating the cost of auto insurance and this data makes it possible to perform insurance cost comparisons.

The list below displays average annual and monthly insurance rates for the more popular models cruising around Hastings.

Average auto insurance rates for popular Hastings vehicles

If you check to see which of the popular vehicles are in the previous table of the top 30 models with the cheapest car insurance rates, the vast majority actually have more expensive rates on average. Expensive insurance could be due to a higher-priced vehicle, like a Toyota Tundra with an average price of $39,965 or a Tesla Model Y with an average purchase price of $31,890. Another reason could be higher medical or liability insurance cost like a Ford F-250 Super Duty pickup, GMC Yukon XL, or Dodge Challenger.

Let’s take a look at some of the key concepts that we covered in this first section.

  • Hastings, NE, average car insurance cost is less than the U.S. average – $2,140 (Hastings average) compared to $2,221 (U.S. average)
  • Insuring teenagers is expensive in Hastings – The average cost ranges from $5,101 to $7,631 per year for car insurance for teens in Hastings.
  • Hastings car insurance prices are cheaper than the Nebraska state average – $2,140 (Hastings average) versus $2,188 (Nebraska average)
  • Low deductible car insurance costs more – A 20-year-old driver pays an average of $1,152 more per year for $250 deductibles versus $1,000 deductibles.
  • Average car insurance cost per month ranges from $148 to $636 – That’s the average car insurance cost range for drivers age 16 to 60 in Hastings.

To help you understand the amount the cost of car insurance can change between drivers (and also emphasize the importance of accurate rate quotes), the examples below visualize a wide range of rates for three popular vehicles in Hastings: the Ram Truck, Kia Forte, and Nissan Rogue.

Each illustration uses a range of risk profiles to demonstrate how much rates can vary with only small changes in driver profile or coverage limits.

Ram Truck insurance rates

The least-expensive 2024 Ram Truck trim to insure in Hastings is the Tradesman Crew Cab 4WD model, costing an average of $2,192 per year, or around $183 per month. This model costs $43,270.

The most expensive 2022 Ram Truck to insure in Hastings is the TRX Final Edition 4WD, costing an average of $2,712 per year, or around $226 per month. The retail cost for this model is $109,435, before documentation and delivery charges.

When Hastings insurance rates for the Ram Truck are compared to the average cost for the entire U.S. for the same model, the cost is $204 to $254 less per year in Hastings, depending on trim level.

The bar chart below helps to visualize how the cost of insurance on a Ram Truck can be significantly different for different driver ages and common risk profiles.

For our example drivers, cost varies from $2,056 to $5,704 per year, which is a cost difference of $3,648 caused by changes to the driver risk profile.

Average 2024 Ram Truck insurance premiums in Hastings for different driver ages and risk scenarios.
Figure 4: Average 2024 Ram Truck insurance premiums in Hastings for different driver ages and risk scenarios. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Average rates are for a 2024 model year Ram Truck with safe driver and claim-free discounts applied to qualifying risk profiles. Discount Rate includes all possible rate discounts including multi-vehicle, multi-policy, homeowner, and others which vary by company. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 except for low and high deductible estimates which are $100 and $1,000, respectively. Average Ram Truck car insurance cost in Hastings includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels.

2024 Ram Truck Insurance Cost in Hastings, NE
Driver Risk Profile Annual Premium Cost Per Month
High Risk Driver Age 30$5,704$475
Safe Driver Age 20$4,994$416
At-fault Accidents Age 40$3,512$293
Low Deductibles Age 40$3,240$270
Safe Driver Age 30$2,642$220
Safe Driver Age 40$2,480$207
Safe Driver Age 50$2,194$183
High Deductibles Age 40$2,086$174
Discount Rate Age 40$2,056$171
Safe Driver Age 60$2,052$171

Data Methodology: Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 except for low and high deductible estimates which are $100 and $1,000, respectively. Discount Rate includes all possible rate discounts including multi-vehicle, multi-policy, homeowner, and others which vary by company. Rates are averaged for all 2024 Ram Truck trim levels. Updated June 26, 2025

The Ram Truck is considered a full-size truck, and other popular same-segment models include the Toyota Tundra, GMC Sierra, and Ford F150.

Kia Forte insurance rates

The least-expensive 2024 Kia Forte trim to insure in Hastings is the LX model, costing an average of $2,002 per year, or about $167 per month. This model has a MSRP of $19,790.

The most expensive 2022 Kia Forte trim to insure in Hastings is the GT Manual, costing an average of $2,174 per year, or about $181 per month. The MSRP for this trim is $25,190, before destination charges and documentation fees.

When Hastings car insurance quotes on a Kia Forte are compared to the overall national average cost on the same vehicle, rates are $188 to $206 less per year in Hastings, depending on the exact model being insured.

The next chart can help to visualize how the cost of insurance on a Kia Forte can be very different for a variety of different driver ages, policy deductibles, and policy risk factors.

Average 2024 Kia Forte insurance premiums in Hastings for different driver ages and risk scenarios.
Figure 5: Average 2024 Kia Forte insurance premiums in Hastings for different driver ages and risk scenarios. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Average rates are for a 2024 model year Kia Forte with safe driver and claim-free discounts applied to qualifying risk profiles. Discount Rate includes all possible rate discounts including multi-vehicle, multi-policy, homeowner, and others which vary by company. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 except for low and high deductible estimates which are $100 and $1,000, respectively. Average Kia Forte car insurance cost in Hastings includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels.

2024 Kia Forte Insurance Cost in Hastings, NE
Driver Risk Profile Annual Premium Cost Per Month
High Risk Driver Age 30$4,736$395
Safe Driver Age 20$4,122$344
At-fault Accidents Age 40$2,946$246
Low Deductibles Age 40$2,664$222
Safe Driver Age 30$2,220$185
Safe Driver Age 40$2,090$174
Safe Driver Age 50$1,868$156
High Deductibles Age 40$1,788$149
Safe Driver Age 60$1,742$145
Discount Rate Age 40$1,736$145

Data Methodology: Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 except for low and high deductible estimates which are $100 and $1,000, respectively. Discount Rate includes all possible rate discounts including multi-vehicle, multi-policy, homeowner, and others which vary by company. Rates are averaged for all 2024 Kia Forte trim levels. Updated June 27, 2025

The Kia Forte belongs to the compact car segment, and other popular models in the same segment include the Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla, and Honda Civic.

Nissan Rogue insurance rates

In Hastings, the cheapest insurance rates on a 2024 Nissan Rogue are on the S 2WD trim, costing an average of $1,824 per year, or around $152 per month. This model stickers at $29,360.

The most expensive 2022 Nissan Rogue model to insure in Hastings is the Platinum AWD model, costing an average of $2,018 per year, or around $168 per month. The retail cost for this model is $39,230, before destination and documentation charges.

When Hastings auto insurance rates for the Nissan Rogue are compared to the cost averaged for the entire U.S. for the same vehicle, rates are anywhere from $172 to $188 cheaper per year in Hastings, depending on the specific model being insured.

The chart below may help illustrate how the price of car insurance on a Nissan Rogue can change based on driver age, policy deductibles, and risk profiles. For our example drivers, cost varies from $1,600 to $4,398 per year, which is a difference of $2,798 caused by changing from low-risk to high-risk drivers.

Average 2024 Nissan Rogue insurance premiums in Hastings for different driver ages and risk scenarios.
Figure 6: Average 2024 Nissan Rogue insurance premiums in Hastings for different driver ages and risk scenarios. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Average rates are for a 2024 model year Nissan Rogue with safe driver and claim-free discounts applied to qualifying risk profiles. Discount Rate includes all possible rate discounts including multi-vehicle, multi-policy, homeowner, and others which vary by company. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 except for low and high deductible estimates which are $100 and $1,000, respectively. Average Nissan Rogue car insurance cost in Hastings includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels.

2024 Nissan Rogue Insurance Cost in Hastings, NE
Driver Risk Profile Annual Premium Cost Per Month
High Risk Driver Age 30$4,398$367
Safe Driver Age 20$3,838$320
At-fault Accidents Age 40$2,726$227
Low Deductibles Age 40$2,478$207
Safe Driver Age 30$2,050$171
Safe Driver Age 40$1,926$161
Safe Driver Age 50$1,716$143
High Deductibles Age 40$1,638$137
Safe Driver Age 60$1,602$134
Discount Rate Age 40$1,600$133

Data Methodology: Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 except for low and high deductible estimates which are $100 and $1,000, respectively. Discount Rate includes all possible rate discounts including multi-vehicle, multi-policy, homeowner, and others which vary by company. Rates are averaged for all 2024 Nissan Rogue trim levels. Updated June 27, 2025

The Nissan Rogue is part of the compact SUV segment, and other models in that segment include the Ford Escape, Chevrolet Equinox, Mazda CX-5, and Toyota RAV4.