“The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of a low price is forgotten” - Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)
Many factors affect the cost, we have provided rate factors below but for an exact premium use our Quick Quote
or call us at
(800) 477-7140.
You can customize your quote using our edit and shop options or quickly compare quotes for additional boats.
The location of the boat has a significant impact on the cost. Insurance premiums in Florida and the Gulf coast are the highest in the country. You can have a boat in Florida with a premium of $1,600 and move the boat north into fresh water, and the same boat will have an insurance cost of $600. The length of the boating season is another item that affects the premium. Boats located south with a 12 month boating season will have a higher premium than boats located in the north with a limited season.
The type of boat affects the premium. Performance boats will have the highest rates due to the speed and machinery on these boats. A bass boat, ski boat, pontoon, cruiser, houseboat, and PWC will all have different rate structures.
Other Factors That Affect Cost
- Boat's Value
- Boat's Length
- Use Of The Boat
- Age Of The Boat
- Type of Engines
- Navigational Area
- Insurance Claims
- Boat Ownership Experience
- Boating Education and Safety Equipment
- Age Of The Operators
- Your Credit Score
- Motor Vehicle Driving Record
Best Rates
Shopping for the best boat at the best insurance cost, use our Quick Quoteto get a quote in about 90 seconds for most boats or you can call 800-477-7140. Once you have the quote, you can customize it using our edit and shop options or quickly compare quotes for additional boats.
Boat Insurance Discounts
Increasing the deductible is a way for you to save on your insurance premium. Most programs use 1% of the vessel value for minimum hull deductible. A $25,000 boat will have a minimum deductible of $250. Selecting a 2% ($500) deductible may apply up to 15% credit for the hull rate. Insurance companies have a variety of ways to reduce the premium, including discounts for:
- Boat Ownership Experience
- Diesel Engines
- Automatic Firefighting Systems
- Gasoline Fume Detector
- Claims Free
- Safety Courses and Equipment
- Lay-Up
- Renewal Discounts
