Kentucky & Indiana Rank Top 10 Best States for Teen Drivers

Calling all teen drivers - and their anxious parents! Grab your seatbelt, because here’s something awesome: WalletHub just ranked Kentucky at #5 and Indiana at #7 among the Best States for Teen Drivers in 2025 – a major win in the “road rules” hall of fame!

What Makes Kentucky So Cool for Teen Drivers?

#5 overall thanks to awesome laws, low DUI rates, and a friendly economic environment for young drivers.
It shines particularly with the fewest teen DUIs per population – talk about responsible cruising!

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Why Indiana Earns a Top 10 Spot

At #7 overall, Indiana brings its A-game with a solid safety ranking (#5) and commendable driving laws (#12).
While not topping any single category, the state’s overall balance – safety, cost, laws – makes it a great place to hit the road for teens.

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A Win for Families Across the Tri-State

Learning to drive can be both thrilling and nerve-wracking. And WalletHub didn’t take this lightly – they evaluated all 50 states across 23 key metrics, from teen fatalities and repair costs to traffic laws and insurance impacts. These rankings aren’t just numbers – they reflect safer roads, smarter laws, and calmer nerves for both teens and their parents.

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Check out the full report to see all of the data about the Best & Worst States for Teen Drivers. You can also scroll over the map below for a quick glimpse of each state's rank.

Source: WalletHub

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LOOK: Here are the 25 best places to live in Kentucky

Stacker compiled a list of the best places to live in Kentucky using data from Niche. Niche ranks places to live based on a variety of factors including cost of living, schools, health care, recreation, and weather. Cities, suburbs, and towns were included. Listings and images are from realtor.com.

On the list, there's a robust mix of offerings from great schools and nightlife to high walkability and public parks. Some areas have enjoyed rapid growth thanks to new businesses moving to the area, while others offer glimpses into area history with well-preserved architecture and museums. Keep reading to see if your hometown made the list.

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