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Car Insurance Deductible Calculator

See how choosing a higher or lower deductible could shift your premium — and what you'd actually owe out of pocket if you filed a claim.

LowestPriceFinder Editorial Team · Reviewed August 2026

How this works: Enter your current (or estimated) 6-month premium and deductible below. We'll show illustrative comparisons for other common deductible levels using typical industry rules of thumb — not a real quote from any insurer. Actual rate changes vary by carrier, state, driving record and vehicle.
DeductibleEst. 6-mo premiumvs. currentYour cost on the sample claim

Estimates use typical published rules of thumb for how physical-damage premium tends to shift between common deductible tiers. They are illustrative only, apply to the comprehensive/collision portion of a policy, and are not a quote. Liability coverage generally does not use a deductible. Your real rate depends on your insurer, state, vehicle and driving record.

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Sources & further reading

National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) consumer auto-insurance guidance. For state-specific requirements, consult your state insurance department.

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