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Insurance Deductible Break-Even Calculator

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About Deductible Break-Even Analysis

Formula: Break-even Years = Deductible Difference / Annual Premium Difference

Annual Premium Difference = Low Deductible Premium - High Deductible Premium

Example: If high deductible is $2,000 ($1,200/year premium) and low deductible is $500 ($1,800/year premium):

  • Annual premium savings with high deductible: $600
  • Additional deductible risk: $1,500
  • Break-even: 2.5 years without a claim