Coverage designed with you in mind
Finding the right car insurance for you means staying up to date on South Carolina requirements. The table below lists the coverages and minimum coverage limits that are required in South Carolina. Keep in mind, however, that minimum coverage limits are just a starting point. You may want to consider increasing your coverage limits for greater protection.
South Carolina car insurance state minimums
Coverage type | State requirements |
|---|---|
Bodily injury liability | $25,000 limit per person/$50,000 limit per accident |
Property damage liability | $25,000 limit |
Uninsured motorist | Bodily Injury: $25,000 limit per person/$50,000 limit per accident; $25,000 property damage |
Underinsured motorist | Not required |
Medical Expenses | Not required |
Collision | Not required¹ |
Comprehensive | Not required¹ |
All coverages are subject to the coverage limits stated in your policy.
¹Although South Carolina law does not require drivers to carry this coverage, it may be required by your lender if you are leasing or financing your vehicle.
Other types of car insurance coverage in South Carolina
Allstate also offer these other types of car insurance coverage:
- Roadside coverage
- Ride For Hire®
- Rental reimbursement coverage
Learn about these and other car insurance coverage types available.
South Carolina car insurance discounts
It's possible to get quality coverage at a lower rate than you might think. When you get a quote for South Carolina auto insurance from Allstate, you may be eligible for discounts that could help you save. Some available discounts can include:
- Multiple policy / bundling discount
- New car discount
- Early Signing Discount®
- Responsible payer discount
- Smart student discount
Review the different types of car insurance discounts tailored to you and enjoy savings without cutting coverage.
Insurance bundling discounts
Allstate offers discounts for having multiple polices together, when you need multiple types of protection — for instance, bundling your auto and homeowners insurance could save you up to 10%*. When you bundle multiple Allstate insurance policies, you can quickly access them with a single sign-in, where you can review your coverages and make payments.
Factors that can impact your car insurance rates in South Carolina
In addition to selecting the coverages, limits and deductibles that's right for you, these factors could also affect your car insurance rates in South Carolina:
- The type of car you're insuring (year, make, model)
- Your driving habits and annual mileage
- Demographic factors, like zip code
- Any discounts you may qualify for
Learn more about these factors that could impact your car insurance premium.
South Carolina's rules on electronic proof of insurance
If you are stopped by the police and asked to show proof of insurance, you may wonder if you need to find a paper copy of your insurance card, or if you can use an electronic version. In South Carolina, you are allowed to show an electronic copy of your insurance card on your mobile device.
You can use the Allstate mobile app for iPhone® and Android® to access a digital ID card.