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Life insurance pays a lump sum of money when you die or become terminally ill.
You can select how much you want to receive. Options typically range from $100,000 to $25 million.
The money is given to the people you nominate as the beneficiaries when you take out a policy. This means, if you die, your loved ones will still be able to afford mortgage payments, ongoing bills and other living expenses.
A $500,000 life insurance policy costs an average of $35 per month for non-smoking 30- and 40-year-olds, according to our 2023 Finder Awards research.
To get this price, we gathered 40 quotes from 13 brands including TAL, NobleOak and Zurich for 30- and 40-year-olds (20 males and 20 females) applying for a life insurance policy. The payout selected was $500,000. They had no pre-existing conditions and did not smoke.
Actual quotes will vary depending on your personal circumstances. The cost of life insurance depends on your age, health, occupation and the benefit amount you select – for example, a $500,000 policy will cost less than a $1 million life insurance policy.
NobleOak's life insurance policy won this year's Finder Award. It won because it was cheaper than 8 of the 10 insurers we researched and covers more than most. For example, it can pay out up to $25 million if you die or are diagnosed with a terminal illness – most policies have a $1.5 million cap.
TPD covers you if you get severely injured or sick. For example, if you become blind or paralysed after a car accident and become permanently disabled.
Typical cover range: $50,000 to $5 million.
Trauma cover, sometimes called critical illness cover, is a policy add-on that pays a lump sum if you're diagnosed with a major medical condition, such as cancer or a heart attack.
Typical cover range: $500,000 to $2 million.
Income protection insurance pays a monthly benefit if you're unable to work due to illness or injury. Usually, it will only pay up to 70% or 75% of your typical wage for a period of 2 or 5 years.
A recent report by Monash University found that Australians are skipping genetic screening tests because they’re worried it might impact their life insurance premiums.
Under the current guidelines, life insurance providers can require you to provide the results of your genetic tests for policies over $500k. They can deny you cover or charge you more based on the findings.
Monash University academic Jane Tiller said the government needs to protect consumers from genetic discrimination.
Our life insurance guides can help you compare and understand what cover option is right for you.
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Up to 15% off your TAL Life, Critical Illness or TPD insurance policy Applicable for the life of your policy if you have a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 19 and 28 at the time of your application. T&C’s apply. Last verified |
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10% off for ahm health members ahm health members save 10% on their life insurance premiums. Last verified |
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One month free Get the first month free and a 10% discount if you take out a second life insurance policy (discount applies to second policy). T&C’s apply. Last verified |
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Get 10% of premiums back in the first 12 months Receive 10% of premiums you’ve paid in the first 12 months with The Real Reward program. Last verified |
As a general guide, life insurance should cover at least the total of your home mortgage and, if you have children, 5–10 times your salary.
Brenton Tong
Financial planner
While it may be confronting to walk through potential 'what if' scenarios around illness, disability and death, it's absolutely a worthwhile investment of your time and helps provide a safety net – financially and mentally.
Pascale Heylar-Moray
Financial literacy advocate
People tend to underestimate the importance of life cover. With the right policy in place, your family's finances and wellbeing can be protected for decades. One feature I always tell people not to overlook is TPD cover. It isn't automatically included in a policy.
James Martin
Finder's life insurance editor
No one is ever really prepared for life's harsh surprises, but insurance can help soften the blow... Life insurance is about protecting what matters most. That's the people around you, rather than just material possessions like cars or boats.
Phil Thompson
Financial adviser at Skye Wealth
When I moved to Australia, I cancelled the life insurance in my super. For me, the payout wasn't big enough. A standalone life insurance policy, outside of super, typically pays out much more and won't eat into your retirement savings.
Gary Hunter
Finder's life insurance senior writer
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