Last Updated: November 2020
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Can life insurance at 67 years old still be affordable? Can you even qualify at age 67?
These are very common questions and most people believe that they are no longer able to find affordable life insurance in their 60s. This is a common misconception and most senior citizens are actually surprised to see just how affordable a life insurance plan can be.
In this guide, we will show you:
- How to Choose a Life Insurance Policy at Age 67
- Sample Rates: The Cost of Term Life Insurance for 67-Year-Olds
- The Best Life Insurance Companies at Age 67
- The 5 Best Burial Insurance Companies for Seniors Over 60
- Choosing the Best Life Insurance Policy for 67-Year-Olds
- The Easiest Way to Apply for Life Insurance for 67-Year-Olds
Life Insurance is Boring. Let’s Get To The Root Of It! Here are the key takeaways…
To find the lowest life insurance rates at 67 years old, compare companies & rates before purchasing a policy. A 67-year-old man can find a $50,000, 10-year term life insurance policy for as low as $57 a month. A 67-year-old woman can find the same policy for around $37 a month. Rates will be higher if you have health problems.
The fastest way to find life insurance quotes is to use an online free quote tool, like the one on our own website.
How to Choose a Life Insurance Policy at Age 67
To get started, you have to know why you’re buying life insurance. The reason behind the plan is going to change how much you buy and the type of policy you buy.
How Much Coverage Does a 67-Year-Old Need?
At 67, you likely do not have dependents, and you may even be retired. If someone is dependent on your income, whether it be from a job or a pension, you might need life insurance.
A few questions you should ask yourself are:
- How much money would my spouse or family need if I passed away tomorrow?
- What about 5, or 10 years from now?
Typically someone at age 67 just needs enough money to cover final expenses, so a smaller policy is a better fit. However, some 67-year-olds may want to leave a larger financial legacy for their kids or grandchildren, so a larger policy makes sense.
How Long Do You Need Life Insurance?
After you know what the policy is for, think about how long you’ll need it for. Some people only need it up until the point that they retire or they think their debts will be paid off. Others, decide they need a life insurance policy until you die.
If you passed away in 10 years, would your dependents still need money? If not, then a 10-year term policy may be right for you.
If however, your family will need a payout, no matter the time, a permanent policy will be better.
Sample Rates: The Cost of Term Life Insurance for 67-Year-Olds
To give you a place to start, we have prepared some sample quotes for people age 67. Remember that these quotes are samples only, since rates fluctuate based on your health and other factors.
Also, the rates below are for non-smokers. If you do smoke, expect the rates to be double.
Rates for Males
Term life insurance for a 67-year-old male “Preferred” health class (minor or no health issues), monthly rates:
| Term | $50,000 | $100,000 | $250,000 | $500,000 | $1,000,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year | $57 | $71 | $167 | $288 | $599 |
| 15-Year | $79 | $103 | $224 | $430 | $840 |
| 20-Year | $164 | $152 | $338 | $639 | $1270 |
Term life insurance for a 67-year-old male “Standard” health class (controlled health issues), monthly rates:
| Term | $50,000 | $100,000 | $250,000 | $500,000 | $1,000,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year | $69 | $93 | $224 | $421 | $835 |
| 15-Year | $94 | $147 | $358 | $692 | $1236 |
| 20-Year | $164 | $214 | $492 | $931 | $1905 |
Rates for Females
Term life insurance for a 67-year-old female “Preferred” health class (minor or no health issues), monthly rates:
| Term | $50,000 | $100,000 | $250,000 | $500,000 | $1,000,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year | $37 | $43 | $90 | $174 | $330 |
| 15-Year | $48 | $60 | $129 | $250 | $480 |
| 20-Year | $164 | $87 | $206 | $386 | $765 |
Term life insurance for a 67-year-old female “Standard” health class (controlled health issues), monthly rates:
| Term | $50,000 | $100,000 | $250,000 | $500,000 | $1,000,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year | $42 | $58 | $109 | $213 | $419 |
| 15-Year | $67 | $96 | $224 | $429 | $767 |
| 20-Year | $164 | $136 | $323 | $608 | $1208 |
The Best Life Insurance Companies at Age 67
Depending on your health and what type of life insurance policy you need, one company might be better for you than another. In general for people at age 67, these three companies are great options.
- Protective Life Insurance Company – Best for term life insurance. They have low rates for people in their 60’s.
- Mutual of Omaha Life Insurance – Best for whole life insurance. They have great rates for whole life insurance in smaller amounts to cover burial costs and final expenses.
- Banner Life Insurance – Best for high-risk life insurance. Banner Life prices their substandard business rates at a lower cost for high-risk individuals. They also approve many health conditions and risks that other carriers decline for coverage.
We highly recommend you compare one or more of the companies above to other top life insurance companies. Purchasing a policy from the first company you see can cost you thousands. Shopping around and comparing prices can ensure that you find the lowest rates possible.
The 5 Best Burial Insurance Companies for Seniors Over 60
For most seniors, burial insurance is the best type of coverage because of its affordability and value. The 5 companies below are the best burial insurance companies for anyone over age 60.
- Mutual of Omaha – Great for low rates, and reputation with strong financial ratings.
- Family Benefit Life Insurance – Great for low rates, especially for high-risk applicants. Only available in 28 states.
- Prosperity Life – Good rates for non-cigarette smokers (marijuana, chew, dip, or cigar smokers) & diabetics.
- Guarantee Trust Life – Great for high-risk applicants who can’t qualify for level coverage with other companies. Only 5 health questions on the application. Graded death benefit life insurance policy, but cheaper and better than other guaranteed acceptance policies.
- Royal Neighbors of America – Great for extra benefits with your coverage. They also accept a lot of risks that other companies won’t.
Choosing the Best Life Insurance Policy for 67-Year-Olds
When looking at different types of policies, you first need to decide how long you need coverage, and how much coverage you need. That will determine the type of policy you get.
Most people at 67-years-old purchase one of these types of policies.
Term Life Insurance
You saw term life insurance rates above. This is a good type of policy for people who will not need life insurance after a certain age. If, for example, at 77 you expect to retire and have all debts paid off, you may only need a 10-year term policy.
At age 67, you can typically only choose up to a 20-year term.
Burial or Final Expense Insurance
At the age of 67, whole life insurance can be a bit expensive depending on the policy you select. If all you were looking to cover though is your burial fees, then you can buy a whole life policy which is much smaller called burial insurance.
There are burial insurance plans that offer coverage from $5,000 to $50,000. The advantage of a policy like this is you don’t even need to undergo a medical exam.
Guaranteed Universal Life Insurance
Guaranteed Universal Life Insurance is a good route to explore if you are looking for a cheap policy that will never expire. Policies like this are popular because they are permanent and the premiums are never going to increase. They are a cheaper option for coverage, but you will still have to go through the exam process.
If you want a whole or universal life policy we recommend you do it sooner rather than later. Even getting permanent life insurance at age 69 instead of age 67 will make your premium prices much higher.
The Easiest Way to Apply for Life Insurance for 67-Year-Olds
Aside from using the tool, you should get in touch with one of our agents. We aren’t contracted by one carrier, we work with more than 60 of them. One phone call lets you compare all of them at once.
Maybe you’re not in the best health, that’s okay. Even if you have some health problems, or you haven’t been to your doctor in years, we can still secure you an affordable life insurance plan.
Since we do this every day for seniors over 60, we are true professionals and always get the best rates for our clients.
Getting life insurance when you are over 65 is easy if you contact an independent life insurance agency, like us. We will go around to all the best carriers out there.
Fill out the quote tool on this page to compare rates for life insurance for 67-year-olds, then give us a call to secure an affordable policy or if you have any additional questions.
I am 67. I am U.S. citizen living permanently in Costa Rica. I want to purchase a WHOLE LIFE policy, $500,000 with my daughter(in California) as beneficiary. Cost is not an issue.
Jane,
We’re happy to help. Thanks for reaching out. We’ve sent you an email.
Who to get a quote on male and female age 67 for 30 term life…. Could send me a email
We sent you an email. However 30 year term on a 67 year old doesn’t exist. There are ways using guaranteed universal life insurance to structure it that way though.
I was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in 2009 but have since had an I create in my EFR. I only take a beta blocker and blood pressure medication. I did have 3 stents in 2009 and last check showed no blockage. Do you think I could get insurance?
Hi Eugene,
Yes, you can absolutely qualify for a final expense life insurance policy without any exams. Would need more info on your CHF if you’re looking for term coverage. Fill out a form on this page and we’ll go over your options after learning more about your health situation.
Jeff
I am 67years old and I want to buy a term insurance policy for my family after my death. please help me. I am a permanent resident of INDIA.
You would need to take a medical exam and sign the life insurance application in the United States to secure coverage. Please reach out prior to your next trip to the states.
Is there a 20 year or longer GULI policy out there for a man 67 years old/no health issues? My family has a long life gene. Dad transitioned at 89 a couple years ago and Mom is well at age 94. Dad was a heavy smoker and probably cut off 5 or more years of his life. I do not smoke or drink alcoholic beverages.
Hi Joseph,
Yes, there is a GUL policy out there for 67 year olds. Many actually. I would recommend acting fast as we expect rates to rise on GUL policies in the near future because of the low interest rate environment.
For those not familiar, GUL means “Guaranteed Universal Life”. Which means the policy cannot expire unless you stop making your payments and your payments can never go up.
Hello,
I am a 67- year old retired single female in great medical condition. I am looking for a simple final expenses policy for less than $40 per month. Can you provide any recommendations?
Thank you,
Sandra Lornes
Hi Sandra,
Please give us a call at 888-430-7668. You’ll be able to get a $8000 policy for $38/mo from a few different carriers – we’ll recommend the best option.
I am 67 looking for a 20 year term policy valued around 150K. I have had health issues which I will be glad to present during the application process. But, before that is it worth it to apply to your service? so far in the last few days it appears I am trying to climb Mt Everest
thank you michael farnham
Hi Michael,
Depends what your health issues are. We’ll let you know upfront what you can qualify for and how much it will be before applying.
We work with high risk applicants every day to secure them affordable coverage. I can see how it could feel like you’re climbing Everest – hopefully we can clarify everything for you. Give us a call at 888-430-7668 and we’ll shoot you straight.