Car Insurance Cost in Watertown, SD – 2025 Rates + Comparisons

What does average car insurance cost in Watertown, South Dakota? We compare insurance rates for 120 different cars, trucks, and SUVs to find the cheapest car insurance quotes.

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  • Watertown car insurance rates average $2,254 per year for full coverage, or about $188 on a monthly basis.
  • Car insurance rates for a few popular models in Watertown include the Nissan Sentra at $172 per month, Nissan Altima at $203, and Hyundai Elantra at $204.
  • Crossover vehicles like the Buick Encore, Ford Bronco Sport, Toyota Corolla Cross, and Kia Soul have the best chance of getting cheap car insurance in Watertown.
  • Vehicles with segment-leading car insurance rates include the Chevrolet Tahoe ($2,116 per year), Jaguar E-Pace ($2,106 per year), Toyota GR Corolla ($1,958 per year), and Nissan Titan ($2,110 per year).

How much does Watertown car insurance cost?

In Watertown, the average price for car insurance is $2,254 per year, which is 1.5% more than the overall national average rate of $2,221. Per month, Watertown car insurance costs about $188 for full coverage auto insurance.

In the state of South Dakota, the average cost of car insurance is $2,524 per year, so the cost in Watertown averages $270 less per year. The cost to insure a vehicle in Watertown compared to other South Dakota cities is around $72 per year cheaper than in Sioux Falls, $624 per year cheaper than in Rapid City, and $58 per year cheaper than in Aberdeen.

The next chart shows different average Watertown auto insurance rates based on a range of driver ages and common policy situations.

Average car insurance rates in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios.
Figure 1: Average car insurance rates in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

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Data Methodology: Average rates are for the 2024 model year 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 car insurance cost in Watertown includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels.

2024 Average Car Insurance Cost in Watertown, SD
Driver Risk Profile Annual Premium Cost Per Month
High Risk Driver Age 30$5,184$432
Safe Driver Age 20$4,536$378
At-fault Accidents Age 40$3,194$266
Low Deductibles Age 40$2,948$246
Safe Driver Age 30$2,404$200
Safe Driver Age 40$2,254$188
Safe Driver Age 50$1,998$167
High Deductibles Age 40$1,896$158
Safe Driver Age 60$1,870$156
Discount Rate Age 40$1,870$156

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. Updated June 27, 2025

In the chart above, the cost of car insurance in Watertown ranges from $1,870 per year for a 40-year-old driver with a discount rate policy to $5,184 per year for a 30-year-old driver who has a few accidents and violations and has to buy a high risk policy. From a monthly standpoint, the average cost ranges from $156 to $432 per month.

Watertown car insurance rates can have a wide range and are impacted by a lot of factors. The high chance of significant rate differences stresses the need to get accurate auto insurance quotes when searching online for the cheapest auto insurance policy.

Driver age is the factor that has the most impact on the price you pay for auto insurance, so the list below illustrates these differences by showing average car insurance rates in Watertown for young, middle-age, and senior drivers.

Watertown, SD, car insurance cost for drivers age 16 to 60

  • 16 year old – $8,031 per year or $669 per month
  • 17 year old – $7,782 per year or $649 per month
  • 18 year old – $6,972 per year or $581 per month
  • 19 year old – $6,348 per year or $529 per month
  • 20 year old – $4,536 per year or $378 per month
  • 30 year old – $2,404 per year or $200 per month
  • 40 year old – $2,254 per year or $188 per month
  • 50 year old – $1,998 per year or $167 per month
  • 60 year old – $1,870 per year or $156 per month

The rates in the list above for insuring teen drivers age 16 to 19 were based on the driver being male. The chart below separates the average cost for car insurance for teen drivers in Watertown by gender. In general, female drivers tend to have cheaper auto insurance, 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 27, 2025.

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Data Methodology: Teenage driver rates are for the 2024 model year with $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles. Average car insurance cost in Watertown 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 Watertown, SD for Teenage Drivers
Driver Age Male Driver Female Driver
16-Year-Old$8,031$7,501
17-Year-Old$7,782$7,455
18-Year-Old$6,972$6,434
19-Year-Old$6,348$5,367

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 27, 2025

Car insurance for a 16-year-old female driver in Watertown costs an average of $530 less than male drivers each year, while at age 19, females don’t save quite as much at $981 per year.

The car insurance rates discussed up to this point are averaged for every 2024 model year vehicle, which is practical when making overall comparisons like the difference in average auto insurance cost for two different locations in South Dakota.

For more accurate rate comparisons, however, the rates will be more accurate if we perform a rate analysis for the exact make and model of vehicle being insured. In the next few sections, we explore all kinds of rates for specific models, but for now, we will just use the more popular vehicles to see how car insurance prices compare in Watertown.

This next chart details average car insurance cost in Watertown for a handful of the more popular vehicles. Later in this article, we examine additional factors that affect the cost of insuring some of these vehicles in much more detail.

Average cost to insure popular 2024 model year vehicles in Watertown.
Figure 3: Average cost to insure popular 2024 model year vehicles in Watertown. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Average car insurance cost is based on 2024 model year vehicles with safe driver and claim-free discounts applied. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverages are included. Rates are averaged for all Watertown Zip Codes.

Watertown, SD, Car Insurance Rates for Popular Vehicles
Make/Model Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Subaru Crosstrek$1,666$139
Mazda CX-5$1,838$153
Honda CR-V$1,920$160
Honda Civic$1,994$166
Subaru Forester$2,004$167
Nissan Rogue$2,024$169
Ford Explorer$2,046$171
Ford Escape$2,056$171
Chevrolet Equinox$2,076$173
Toyota RAV4$2,078$173
Chevrolet Traverse$2,104$175
Ford Ranger$2,154$180
Honda Pilot$2,194$183
Toyota Tacoma$2,282$190
Hyundai Santa Fe$2,292$191
Toyota 4Runner$2,418$202
Toyota Camry$2,422$202
Ford Mustang$2,478$207
GMC Sierra$2,488$207
Chevrolet Silverado$2,492$208
Ford Bronco$2,500$208
Ford F150$2,522$210
Ram Truck$2,608$217
Chevrolet Corvette$3,122$260

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 for the 2024 model year and also for all Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 27, 2025

The vehicles that have high popularity in Watertown tend to be compact or midsize cars like the Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, and Honda Accord and compact or midsize SUVs like the Chevy Equinox, Honda CR-V, and Subaru Outback.

Other popular models from other segments include luxury models like the BMW 530i, BMW X5, and Cadillac XT5 and sports cars like the Chevy Corvette, Ford Mustang, and Nissan GT-R.

We will get into rates for lots more vehicles coming up in the article, but before that, let’s rehash some of the concepts that were discussed so far.

  • Watertown car insurance prices are cheaper than the South Dakota state average – $2,254 (Watertown average) versus $2,524 (South Dakota average)
  • Watertown, South Dakota, car insurance costs more than the U.S. average – $2,254 (Watertown average) compared to $2,221 (U.S. average)
  • Car insurance is generally cheaper as you get older – Average car insurance rates for a 40-year-old driver in Watertown are $2,282 per year cheaper than for a 20-year-old driver.
  • Low deductible car insurance costs more – A 50-year-old driver pays an average of $938 more per year for $250 physical damage deductibles versus $1,000.
  • Monthly car insurance cost ranges from $156 to $669 – That is the average car insurance price range for insured drivers age 16 to 60 in Watertown, South Dakota.
  • Teenage females have cheaper rates than teenage males – Teenage females pay $981 to $530 less per year than male drivers of the same age.

What vehicles have cheap car insurance in Watertown, SD?

The vehicles with the cheapest average insurance quotes in Watertown, SD, tend to be compact SUVs like the Kia Soul, Subaru Crosstrek, Buick Envision, and Toyota Corolla Cross.

Average car insurance quotes for those models cost $1,832 or less per year for full coverage car insurance.

Some other models that rank well in the comparison table below are the Volkswagen Taos, Honda CR-V, Subaru Outback, and Volkswagen Tiguan. Insurance rates are a few dollars per month higher for those models than the cheapest small SUVs and crossovers that rank at the top, but they still have an average insurance cost of $1,960 or less per year ($163 per month) in Watertown.

The following table lists the top 20 models with the cheapest car insurance rates in Watertown, sorted by annual and monthly insurance cost.

Cheapest Auto Insurance Rates in Watertown
Rank Make/Model Annual Premium Cost Per Month
1Subaru Crosstrek$1,666$139
2Chevrolet Trailblazer$1,694$141
3Kia Soul$1,758$147
4Nissan Kicks$1,776$148
5Honda Passport$1,796$150
6Buick Envision$1,806$151
7Toyota Corolla Cross$1,814$151
8Hyundai Venue$1,832$153
9Mazda CX-5$1,838$153
10Ford Bronco Sport$1,844$154
11Volkswagen Tiguan$1,866$156
12Acura RDX$1,884$157
13Nissan Murano$1,894$158
14Buick Encore$1,914$160
15Subaru Outback$1,918$160
16Honda CR-V$1,920$160
17Buick Envista$1,926$161
18Volkswagen Taos$1,930$161
19Kia Niro$1,940$162
20Toyota GR Corolla$1,958$163

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 Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 27, 2025

Top 20 cheapest vehicles to insure in Watertown, SD with the Subaru Crosstrek ranking first at $1,666 per year
Top 20 cheapest vehicles to insure in Watertown, SD with the Subaru Crosstrek ranking first at $1,666 per year

A table of 20 vehicle models with cheap Watertown car insurance really is not a great way to present a detailed view of car insurance rates in Watertown. Due to the fact that we track over 700 vehicles, a lot of vehicles get left off the list. Let’s dig a little deeper into the data and display the vehicles with the best rates in a better format.

This next section goes into the average price of car insurance in Watertown for each vehicle segment. These rates should give a good idea of the vehicle segments that have the overall least expensive Watertown auto insurance rates. Then the six sections following the chart show the cheapest rates for individual models for each segment.

Average rates by automotive segment

If a different vehicle is in your future, it is useful to know which types of vehicles have less expensive car insurance rates in Watertown.

As an example, maybe you want to know if midsize cars are more affordable to insure than midsize SUVs or if luxury cars cost less to insure than luxury SUVs.

The chart below shows the average car insurance cost in Watertown for each automotive segment. In general, compact SUVs and midsize pickup trucks have the least expensive rates, while sports cars, large luxury cars, and performance exotic cars have the most expensive average cost to insure.

Car insurance average cost by automotive segment in Watertown, SD.
Figure 4: Car insurance average cost by automotive segment in Watertown, SD. 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 Watertown Zip Codes.

Car Insurance Rates by Automotive Segment in Watertown, SD
Automotive Segment Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Compact SUV$2,070$173
Midsize SUV$2,224$185
Compact Car$2,226$186
Minivan$2,230$186
Midsize Pickup$2,274$190
Midsize Car$2,298$192
Compact Luxury SUV$2,444$204
Compact Luxury Car$2,478$207
Large SUV$2,490$208
Half-ton Pickup$2,498$208
Heavy Duty Pickup$2,594$216
Midsize Luxury SUV$2,676$223
Midsize Luxury Car$2,762$230
Sports Car$3,100$258
Large Car$3,244$270
Large Luxury SUV$3,488$291
Large Luxury Car$3,606$301

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 Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 26, 2025

Average rates by segment are sufficient for comparing estimates, but the insurance cost for specific vehicles ranges greatly within each segment listed in the chart above.

For example, in the midsize luxury car segment, average Watertown insurance rates range from the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 at $2,318 per year for full coverage insurance to the BMW M8 at $3,798 per year. For another example, in the large truck segment, the cost of insurance ranges from the Nissan Titan costing $2,110 per year to the Toyota Tundra costing $2,684 per year, a difference of $574 within that segment.

In the next sections, we reduce this variability by looking at car insurance cost in Watertown for specific cars, trucks, and SUVs.

Cheapest car insurance rates in Watertown, SD

Taking the top spot in Watertown for the lowest-cost average insurance in the non-luxury sedan segment is the Toyota GR Corolla, coming in at $1,958 per year. Second place is the Nissan Leaf costing $1,974 per year, and in third place is the Honda Civic, costing an average of $1,994 per year.

Additional models that have cheaper rates include the Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius, Honda Accord, and Chevrolet Malibu, with an average cost of $2,196 per year or less.

Some additional models that make the list include the Volkswagen Arteon, Mitsubishi Mirage G4, Hyundai Sonata, and Nissan Versa, which cost between $2,196 and $2,330 per year for insurance in Watertown.

As a cost per month, auto insurance on this segment in Watertown for a middle-age safe driver will start around $163 per month, depending on your location and insurance company.

When ranked by vehicle size, the cheapest non-luxury compact car to insure in Watertown is the Toyota GR Corolla at $1,958 per year, or $163 per month. For midsize cars, the Kia K5 has the cheapest rates at $2,172 per year, or $181 per month. And for large cars, the Chrysler 300 is most affordable to insure at $2,148 per year, or $179 per month.

The next table ranks the twenty cars with the most affordable auto insurance rates in Watertown, starting with the Toyota GR Corolla at $1,958 per year and ending with the Mazda 3 at $2,330 per year.

Cheapest Cars to Insure in Watertown, SD
Make and Model Vehicle Size Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Toyota GR CorollaCompact$1,958$163
Nissan LeafCompact$1,974$165
Honda CivicCompact$1,994$166
Nissan SentraCompact$2,064$172
Subaru ImprezaCompact$2,072$173
Toyota PriusCompact$2,106$176
Kia K5Midsize$2,172$181
Honda AccordMidsize$2,176$181
Chevrolet MalibuMidsize$2,186$182
Toyota CorollaCompact$2,196$183
Kia ForteCompact$2,200$183
Volkswagen ArteonMidsize$2,214$185
Nissan VersaCompact$2,222$185
Subaru LegacyMidsize$2,224$185
Hyundai Ioniq 6Midsize$2,242$187
Mitsubishi Mirage G4Compact$2,276$190
Toyota CrownMidsize$2,280$190
Volkswagen JettaCompact$2,280$190
Hyundai SonataMidsize$2,286$191
Mazda 3Compact$2,330$194

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 Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 26, 2025

Ranking of the cheapest compact, midsize, and large cars to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Toyota GR Corolla ranking first at $1,958 per year.
Ranking of the cheapest compact, midsize, and large cars to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Toyota GR Corolla ranking first at $1,958 per year.

See our guides for compact car insurance, midsize car insurance, and full-size car insurance to compare rates for all makes and models.

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SUVs with affordable car insurance in Watertown

The three highest ranking non-luxury SUVs with the cheapest insurance in Watertown are the Subaru Crosstrek at $1,666 per year, the Chevrolet Trailblazer at $1,694 per year, and the Kia Soul at $1,758 per year.

Other models that have affordable insurance rates include the Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Venue, Ford Bronco Sport, and Buick Envision, with average insurance cost of $1,844 per year or less.

Some additional vehicles that make the list include the Nissan Murano, Buick Envista, Buick Encore, Honda CR-V, and Volkswagen Tiguan, which average between $1,844 and $1,962 per year for auto insurance.

Full-coverage auto insurance for this segment in Watertown for a middle-age safe driver will start around $139 per month, depending on your location.

The cheapest non-luxury compact SUV to insure in Watertown is the Subaru Crosstrek at $1,666 per year. For midsize models, the Honda Passport is cheapest to insure at $1,796 per year. And for full-size non-luxury SUVs, the Chevrolet Tahoe is the cheapest model to insure at $2,116 per year.

The next table ranks the twenty SUVs with the cheapest average insurance rates in Watertown, starting with the Subaru Crosstrek at $139 per month and ending with the Subaru Ascent at $164 per month.

Cheapest SUVs to Insure in Watertown, SD
Make and Model Vehicle Size Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Subaru CrosstrekCompact$1,666$139
Chevrolet TrailblazerCompact$1,694$141
Kia SoulCompact$1,758$147
Nissan KicksCompact$1,776$148
Honda PassportMidsize$1,796$150
Buick EnvisionCompact$1,806$151
Toyota Corolla CrossCompact$1,814$151
Hyundai VenueCompact$1,832$153
Mazda CX-5Compact$1,838$153
Ford Bronco SportCompact$1,844$154
Volkswagen TiguanCompact$1,866$156
Nissan MuranoMidsize$1,894$158
Buick EncoreCompact$1,914$160
Subaru OutbackMidsize$1,918$160
Honda CR-VCompact$1,920$160
Buick EnvistaMidsize$1,926$161
Volkswagen TaosCompact$1,930$161
Kia NiroCompact$1,940$162
Honda HR-VCompact$1,960$163
Subaru AscentMidsize$1,962$164

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 Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 26, 2025

Ranking of the cheapest compact, midsize, and large SUVs to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Subaru Crosstrek ranking first at $1,666 per year.
Ranking of the cheapest compact, midsize, and large SUVs to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Subaru Crosstrek ranking first at $1,666 per year.

See our guides for compact SUV insurance, midsize SUV insurance, and full-size SUV insurance to compare rates for all makes and models.

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Luxury cars with cheap auto insurance rates

Ranking highest for the lowest-cost Watertown auto insurance rates in the luxury car segment are the Acura TLX, BMW 330i, Acura Integra, Lexus IS 300, and Mercedes-Benz CLA250. Auto insurance rates for these models average $2,330 or less per year, or around $194 per month.

Additional luxury cars that are affordable to insure are the Lexus RC 300, Cadillac CT4, Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA35, and Genesis G70, with average insurance cost of $2,368 per year or less.

From a monthly standpoint, full-coverage auto insurance in Watertown on this segment for a middle-age safe driver starts at an average of $167 per month, depending on where you live and the company you use. The next table ranks the luxury cars with the cheapest insurance rates in Watertown.

Cheapest Luxury Cars to Insure in Watertown, SD
Make and Model Vehicle Size Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Acura IntegraCompact$2,002$167
BMW 330iCompact$2,294$191
Mercedes-Benz CLA250Midsize$2,318$193
Lexus IS 300Midsize$2,324$194
Acura TLXCompact$2,330$194
Cadillac CT4Compact$2,352$196
Lexus ES 350Midsize$2,354$196
Genesis G70Compact$2,358$197
Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA35Midsize$2,362$197
Lexus RC 300Midsize$2,368$197
Lexus IS 350Compact$2,378$198
Jaguar XFMidsize$2,384$199
Cadillac CT5Midsize$2,426$202
Lexus ES 250Midsize$2,438$203
Lexus RC 350Compact$2,444$204
BMW 330eCompact$2,446$204
BMW 228iCompact$2,450$204
BMW 230iCompact$2,470$206
Lexus ES 300hMidsize$2,474$206
Audi S3Compact$2,526$211

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 Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 26, 2025

Ranking of the cheapest compact, midsize, and large luxury cars to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Acura Integra ranking first at $2,002 per year.
Ranking of the cheapest compact, midsize, and large luxury cars to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Acura Integra ranking first at $2,002 per year.

For more luxury car insurance comparisons, see our complete guide for luxury car insurance.

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Most affordable luxury SUV insurance rates

The top four luxury SUV models with the lowest-cost insurance in Watertown are the Acura RDX at $1,884 per year, Lexus NX 250 at $1,996 per year, Cadillac XT4 at $2,036 per year, and Jaguar E-Pace at $2,106 per year.

Additional luxury SUVs that have affordable average insurance rates include the Lexus UX 250h, Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, Lincoln Corsair, and Lexus NX 350h, with average rates of $2,172 per year or less.

Additional 2024 luxury models that rank well include the Infiniti QX60, Cadillac XT6, Lexus NX 350, and Mercedes-Benz GLA250, which average between $2,172 and $2,262 per year to insure.

Full-coverage insurance for this segment in Watertown for a middle-age safe driver starts at an average of $157 per month, depending on where you live and the company you use.

If vehicle size is considered, the most affordable small luxury SUV to insure in Watertown is the Acura RDX at $1,884 per year. For midsize luxury models, the Jaguar E-Pace is the cheapest model to insure at $2,106 per year. And for large luxury SUV models, the Infiniti QX80 has the most affordable rates at $2,526 per year.

The comparison table below ranks the luxury SUVs with the most affordable car insurance in Watertown, starting with the Acura RDX at $1,884 per year and ending with the Lexus RX 350 at $2,262 per year.

Cheapest Luxury SUVs to Insure in Watertown, SD
Make and Model Vehicle Size Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Acura RDXCompact$1,884$157
Lexus NX 250Compact$1,996$166
Cadillac XT4Compact$2,036$170
Jaguar E-PaceMidsize$2,106$176
Cadillac XT5Midsize$2,126$177
Lexus NX 350hCompact$2,126$177
Lincoln CorsairCompact$2,152$179
Mercedes-Benz GLB 250Compact$2,158$180
Lexus UX 250hCompact$2,160$180
Lexus NX 450hCompact$2,172$181
Infiniti QX50Midsize$2,190$183
Mercedes-Benz GLA250Compact$2,196$183
Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMGCompact$2,204$184
Cadillac XT6Midsize$2,206$184
Infiniti QX60Midsize$2,216$185
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35Midsize$2,218$185
Land Rover EvoqueCompact$2,250$188
Acura MDXMidsize$2,254$188
Lexus NX 350Compact$2,258$188
Lexus RX 350Midsize$2,262$189

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 Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 26, 2025

Ranking of the cheapest compact, midsize, and large luxury SUVs to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Acura RDX ranking first at $1,884 per year.
Ranking of the cheapest compact, midsize, and large luxury SUVs to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Acura RDX ranking first at $1,884 per year.

For more car insurance comparisons, see our guide for luxury SUV insurance.

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Pickups with cheap car insurance rates

The Chevrolet Colorado takes the top ranking for the most budget-friendly pickup to insure in Watertown, followed closely by the Nissan Titan, Nissan Frontier, Ford Ranger, and Ford Maverick. The 2024 model costs an average of $1,984 per year for a policy with full coverage.

Additional pickups that have good average insurance rates include the GMC Canyon, Honda Ridgeline, Toyota Tacoma, and GMC Sierra 2500 HD, with an average cost of $2,318 per year or less.

Auto insurance rates for this segment in Watertown will start around $165 per month, depending on the company and where you live.

The table below ranks the twenty pickups with the most affordable average auto insurance rates in Watertown.

Cheapest Pickups to Insure in Watertown, SD
Make and Model Vehicle Size Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Chevrolet ColoradoMidsize$1,984$165
Nissan TitanFull-size$2,110$176
Nissan FrontierMidsize$2,132$178
Ford RangerMidsize$2,154$180
Ford MaverickMidsize$2,186$182
Honda RidgelineMidsize$2,236$186
Hyundai Santa CruzMidsize$2,272$189
Toyota TacomaMidsize$2,282$190
GMC Sierra 2500 HDHeavy Duty$2,294$191
GMC CanyonMidsize$2,318$193
Jeep GladiatorMidsize$2,374$198
GMC Sierra 3500Heavy Duty$2,388$199
Chevrolet Silverado HD 3500Heavy Duty$2,410$201
Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500Heavy Duty$2,476$206
GMC SierraFull-size$2,488$207
Chevrolet SilveradoFull-size$2,492$208
Nissan Titan XDHeavy Duty$2,492$208
Ford F150Full-size$2,522$210
GMC Hummer EV PickupFull-size$2,584$215
Ram TruckFull-size$2,608$217

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 Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 27, 2025

Ranking of the cheapest midsize, full-size, and heavy-duty trucks to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Chevrolet Colorado ranking first at $1,984 per year.
Ranking of the cheapest midsize, full-size, and heavy-duty trucks to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Chevrolet Colorado ranking first at $1,984 per year.

For all pickup insurance comparisons, see our guides for midsize pickup insurance and large pickup insurance.

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Sports cars with cheap insurance rates

The four cheapest sports cars to insure in Watertown are the Mazda MX-5 Miata at $2,084 per year, Toyota GR86 at $2,376 per year, Ford Mustang at $2,478 per year, and BMW Z4 at $2,488 per year.

Not the cheapest sports cars to insure, but still very reasonable, are cars like the Subaru BRZ, Toyota GR Supra, BMW M2, and Nissan Z, with average annual insurance rates of $2,696 per year or less.

From a monthly standpoint, full-coverage auto insurance in this segment for a safe driver starts at an average of $174 per month, depending on the company.

The next table ranks the twenty sports cars with the cheapest average auto insurance rates in Watertown.

Cheapest Sports Cars to Insure in Watertown, SD
Make and Model Vehicle Type Annual Premium Cost Per Month
Mazda MX-5 MiataSports Car$2,084$174
Toyota GR86Sports Car$2,376$198
Ford MustangSports Car$2,478$207
BMW Z4Sports Car$2,488$207
Subaru WRXSports Car$2,528$211
Toyota GR SupraSports Car$2,532$211
BMW M2Sports Car$2,606$217
Nissan ZSports Car$2,610$218
Lexus RC FSports Car$2,662$222
Subaru BRZSports Car$2,696$225
BMW M3Sports Car$2,846$237
Porsche 718Sports Car$2,904$242
Chevrolet CamaroSports Car$2,930$244
Chevrolet CorvetteSports Car$3,122$260
Porsche 911Sports Car$3,230$269
BMW M4Sports Car$3,366$281
Lexus LC 500Sports Car$3,380$282
Jaguar F-TypeSports Car$3,556$296
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53Sports Car$3,730$311
Porsche TaycanSports Car$3,818$318

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 Watertown, SD Zip Codes. Updated June 26, 2025

Ranking of the cheapest sports cars to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Mazda MX-5 Miata ranking first at $2,084 per year.
Ranking of the cheapest sports cars to insure in Watertown, SD, with the Mazda MX-5 Miata ranking first at $2,084 per year.

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Variability and car insurance rates

To aid in understanding the extent to which the cost of a car insurance policy can fluctuate for different applicants (and also emphasize the importance of accurate rate quotes), the sections below visualize a wide range of rates for four popular models in Watertown: the Ford F150, Toyota Corolla, Honda CR-V, and Honda Pilot.

The example for each vehicle shows average rates for different driver profiles to demonstrate how rates can be very different based on changes in the type of driver rated on the policy.

Ford F150 insurance rates

Auto insurance for a Ford F150 in Watertown averages $2,522 per year, or around $210 per month, and has a range of $2,092 to $5,826 annually for the driver ages and coverage limits shown in the next chart.

Average 2024 Ford F150 insurance premiums in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios.
Figure 5: Average 2024 Ford F150 insurance premiums in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Average rates are for a 2024 model year Ford F150 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 Ford F150 car insurance cost in Watertown includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels.

2024 Ford F150 Insurance Cost in Watertown, SD
Driver Risk Profile Annual Premium Cost Per Month
High Risk Driver Age 30$5,826$486
Safe Driver Age 20$5,100$425
At-fault Accidents Age 40$3,578$298
Low Deductibles Age 40$3,304$275
Safe Driver Age 30$2,692$224
Safe Driver Age 40$2,522$210
Safe Driver Age 50$2,232$186
High Deductibles Age 40$2,122$177
Discount Rate Age 40$2,092$174
Safe Driver Age 60$2,088$174

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 Ford F150 trim levels. Updated June 26, 2025

The Ford F150 is classified as a full-size truck, and other popular same-segment models include the Toyota Tundra, GMC Sierra, and Chevrolet Silverado.

Toyota Corolla insurance rates

Auto insurance for a Toyota Corolla in Watertown averages $2,196 per year, or about $183 per month, and has a range of $1,824 to $5,034.

Average 2024 Toyota Corolla insurance premiums in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios.
Figure 6: Average 2024 Toyota Corolla insurance premiums in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Average rates are for a 2024 model year Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla car insurance cost in Watertown includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels.

2024 Toyota Corolla Insurance Cost in Watertown, SD
Driver Risk Profile Annual Premium Cost Per Month
High Risk Driver Age 30$5,034$420
Safe Driver Age 20$4,392$366
At-fault Accidents Age 40$3,118$260
Low Deductibles Age 40$2,818$235
Safe Driver Age 30$2,336$195
Safe Driver Age 40$2,196$183
Safe Driver Age 50$1,956$163
High Deductibles Age 40$1,872$156
Safe Driver Age 60$1,826$152
Discount Rate Age 40$1,824$152

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 Toyota Corolla trim levels. Updated June 26, 2025

The Toyota Corolla is a compact car, and other popular models include the Honda Civic, Volkswagen Jetta, and Hyundai Elantra.

Honda CR-V insurance rates

Honda CR-V insurance in Watertown averages $1,920 per year, or about $160 per month, and varies from $1,598 to $4,418 per year for the driver examples in the chart.

Average 2024 Honda CR-V insurance premiums in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios.
Figure 7: Average 2024 Honda CR-V insurance premiums in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Average rates are for a 2024 model year Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V car insurance cost in Watertown includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels.

2024 Honda CR-V Insurance Cost in Watertown, SD
Driver Risk Profile Annual Premium Cost Per Month
High Risk Driver Age 30$4,418$368
Safe Driver Age 20$3,864$322
At-fault Accidents Age 40$2,720$227
Low Deductibles Age 40$2,506$209
Safe Driver Age 30$2,048$171
Safe Driver Age 40$1,920$160
Safe Driver Age 50$1,706$142
High Deductibles Age 40$1,620$135
Safe Driver Age 60$1,598$133
Discount Rate Age 40$1,598$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 Honda CR-V trim levels. Updated June 27, 2025

The Honda CR-V is a compact SUV, and other models popular in Watertown include the Ford Escape, Subaru Forester, and Mazda CX-5.

Honda Pilot insurance rates

Insurance for a Honda Pilot in Watertown costs an average of $2,194 per year (about $183 per month) and ranges from $1,822 to $5,076 annually.

Average 2024 Honda Pilot insurance premiums in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios.
Figure 8: Average 2024 Honda Pilot insurance premiums in Watertown for different driver ages and risk scenarios. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Average rates are for a 2024 model year Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot car insurance cost in Watertown includes all Zip Codes and vehicle trim levels.

2024 Honda Pilot Insurance Cost in Watertown, SD
Driver Risk Profile Annual Premium Cost Per Month
High Risk Driver Age 30$5,076$423
Safe Driver Age 20$4,450$371
At-fault Accidents Age 40$3,108$259
Low Deductibles Age 40$2,902$242
Safe Driver Age 30$2,346$196
Safe Driver Age 40$2,194$183
Safe Driver Age 50$1,940$162
High Deductibles Age 40$1,832$153
Discount Rate Age 40$1,822$152
Safe Driver Age 60$1,818$152

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 Honda Pilot trim levels. Updated June 26, 2025

The Honda Pilot is part of the midsize SUV segment, and other popular models in the same segment include the Kia Sorento, Kia Telluride, Ford Edge, and Ford Explorer.

How to find cheaper Watertown car insurance quotes

Resourceful drivers should always be thinking of ways to cut the monthly cost of insurance So glance through the money-saving ideas in this next list and maybe you’ll find a way to save a little dough on your next car insurance policy.

  • Cheaper rates come with better credit scores. Having excellent credit of 800+ may save $354 per year when compared to a credit score ranging from 670-739. Conversely, a less-than-perfect credit history could cost up to $410 more per year. Not all states use credit score as a rating factor, so check with your agent or company.
  • Find cheaper rates by qualifying for discounts. Discounted rates may be available if the policyholders are loyal customers, are good students, insure their home and car with the same company, are military or federal employees, belong to certain professional organizations, or many other discounts which could save the average Watertown driver as much as $384 per year.
  • Compare auto insurance rates before buying a car. Different vehicle models can have very different insurance premiums, and insurers can price policies with very different rates. Get multiple insurance quotes before you buy a new vehicle to prevent insurance sticker shock when you get your insurance bill.
  • Don’t file small claims. Most insurers reduce rates a little if you do not file any claims. Car insurance is intended to be used for significant claims, not minor claims.
  • Buy vehicles with more affordable car insurance rates. Vehicle performance has a huge impact on the cost of car insurance. For example, a Volkswagen Atlas costs $698 less per year to insure in Watertown than a Subaru BRZ. Lower performance vehicles cost less to insure.
  • Obey the law to get lower policy cost. To get affordable car insurance in Watertown, it pays to be a safe driver. In fact, just one or two moving violations could result in increasing insurance rates by up to $602 per year.
  • Save by raising your deductibles. Raising the comprehensive and collision deductibles from $500 to $1,000 could save around $374 per year for a 40-year-old driver and $724 per year for a 20-year-old driver.