Auto Dealership is a business that works with customer vehicles combining garage operations, auto liability, and commercial auto exposure. The most important coverages for Auto Dealership operations are Workers' Compensation — protecting your business from the lawsuits, property losses, and employee injuries most common in this industry. Workers' compensation is legally required in most states for any employer with employees. Get rate data from top-rated carriers and your Certificate of Insurance in minutes. Rate data from top-rated carriers nationwide. Rates from $100/month.
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| State | Est. Monthly Rate | Cost vs National | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $88–$440/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Arizona | $105–$525/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Arkansas | $85–$425/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| California | $145–$725/mo | High Cost | View cities → |
| Colorado | $115–$575/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Connecticut | $130–$650/mo | High Cost | View cities → |
| Delaware | $105–$525/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Georgia | $105–$525/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Florida | $118–$590/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Idaho | $95–$475/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Illinois | $120–$600/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Indiana | $92–$460/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Iowa | $88–$440/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Kansas | $90–$450/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Kentucky | $88–$440/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Louisiana | $110–$550/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Maine | $100–$500/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Maryland | $125–$625/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Massachusetts | $135–$675/mo | High Cost | View cities → |
| Michigan | $125–$625/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Minnesota | $110–$550/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Mississippi | $82–$410/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Missouri | $95–$475/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Montana | $95–$475/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Nebraska | $90–$450/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Nevada | $115–$575/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| New Hampshire | $115–$575/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| New Jersey | $140–$700/mo | High Cost | View cities → |
| New Mexico | $90–$450/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| New York | $145–$725/mo | High Cost | View cities → |
| North Carolina | $105–$525/mo | Average | View cities → |
| North Dakota | $92–$460/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Ohio | $98–$490/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Oklahoma | $90–$450/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Oregon | $115–$575/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Pennsylvania | $110–$550/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Rhode Island | $120–$600/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| South Carolina | $98–$490/mo | Average | View cities → |
| South Dakota | $88–$440/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Tennessee | $95–$475/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Texas | $110–$550/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Utah | $105–$525/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Vermont | $105–$525/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Virginia | $115–$575/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| Washington | $125–$625/mo | Above Average | View cities → |
| West Virginia | $82–$410/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
| Wisconsin | $102–$510/mo | Average | View cities → |
| Wyoming | $88–$440/mo | Below Average | View cities → |
Required in most states for any employer with employees. Covers medical expenses, lost wages, and employer liability for on-the-job injuries.
These are common risks for Auto Dealership businesses — not all are covered under General Liability Insurance. Employee injuries require Workers' Compensation; alcohol-related liability requires a Liquor Liability policy.
National average: $100–$500/month ($1,200–$6,000/year). Rates vary significantly by state, city, revenue, employees, and claims history. High-cost metros like New York City and San Francisco run 50–80% above the national average.
General Liability Insurance protects against third-party bodily injury, property damage, and personal injury claims. For Auto Dealership businesses specifically, common covered scenarios include: customer or third-party claims arising from your operations, damage caused to client property, and incidents occurring at your business location. Note: employee injuries are covered by Workers' Compensation (not GL), and liquor liability requires a separate Liquor Liability policy if you serve alcohol.
Auto Dealership businesses face a range of exposures that may require multiple types of coverage — not all of which fall under General Liability Insurance. Common industry risks include: Vehicle damage during repair or service; Customer slip and fall; Employee injury from equipment; Fire in garage or shop; Test drive accident liability; Theft of customer vehicle or parts. A licensed broker can help match each risk to the right policy type.
Most commercial leases, client contracts, and licensing boards require proof of general liability insurance before you can operate. Even where not legally required, it's effectively mandatory to win commercial work.
Top carriers for Automotive businesses: The Hartford, Travelers, Liberty Mutual, Nationwide, Coterie, Thimble, CNA, Employers, and Markel. Availability and pricing vary by state and business profile.
Yes — most Auto Dealership policies can be quoted and bound same-day through ERGO Next's platform. A Certificate of Insurance is available instantly after binding.
Most contracts require $1M/$2M GL limits. Higher-risk operations or those working with enterprise clients often need $2M/$4M. Work with a licensed broker to match limits to your contracts.
Yes — business insurance premiums are generally tax deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Consult your tax advisor for specifics on your situation.
Most auto dealership businesses need more than GL coverage. Here are the other policies that typically apply:
Other automotive businesses that need similar GL coverage:
Rate estimates are national averages adjusted by state cost index (2026). Content reviewed by My Digital Kube editorial team, licensed commercial insurance professionals.
About this content: My Digital Kube is an independent insurance comparison platform operated by a licensed insurance agency. Commercial insurance rate estimates on this page are derived from publicly available carrier rate filings, NCCI data, and industry benchmarks — not live carrier quotes. Actual premiums vary by payroll, revenue, claims history, state, and individual underwriting. Coverage information was reviewed by licensed property and casualty professionals. Last reviewed: October 2026. Editorial Policy →