How much does it cost to insure a car in BC?
The average monthly cost of car insurance in B.C. The base premium for basic insurance is $1,063. The base premium either rises or falls depending on your driving and insurance history. According to the Insurance Bureau of Canada, drivers pay an average of $1,832 a year for car insurance.
How do you calculate car insurance?
Own Damage premium = IDV X [Premium Rate (decided by insurer)] + [Add-Ons (eg. bonus coverage)] – [Discount & benefits (no claim bonus, theft discount, etc.)] This component of your car insurance premium goes beyond your car, and safeguards you, not only against accidents, but mishaps leading to a disability.
Is insurance cheaper once you are 25?
Usually, yes. At Progressive, rates drop by 9% on average at age 25. But there are other cost factors impacting your car insurance, such as your claims history. So if you're in an accident right before you turn 25, your rate may not drop.
Is auto insurance more expensive in BC?
A new report has found that B.C. and Saskatchewan were among the provinces with the lowest car insurance rates in Canada, while rates in Alberta and Ontario were the most expensive.