Texas Term Life Insurance

Texas Term Life Insurance
Rates, Carriers & How to Apply

Pure protection for a set period — no cash value complexity. Lock in low rates now while you're young and healthy.

29M+
Texans — fastest-growing state in America
1-in-3
Texas households with no life insurance coverage
$500K
Max no-exam coverage Network accelerated underwriting
$22/mo
Starting rate for a healthy 35-yr-old, $500K / 20-yr term
The Basics

What Is Term Life Insurance?

Term life pays your beneficiaries a lump-sum death benefit if you pass away during the policy term. You pay one fixed monthly premium — nothing fluctuates, nothing expires early.

Pure Protection

Every dollar of your premium buys death benefit coverage — no investment account, no cash value, no complexity. It's the most affordable way to get maximum coverage.

Locked-In Rate

Your premium is set at the start and never changes for the entire term. Apply while young and healthy — your rate locks in for 10, 20, or 30 years.

No Exam Required

Tower Hill uses Tower Hill carrier network's accelerated underwriting — most Texans get instant approval via a short health questionnaire. No blood draw, no nurse visit.

Term Options

Which Term Length Is Right for You?

TermBest ForFrom
10-YearBridge coverage, paying off short debts, children almost grown$14/mo
15-YearMid-range mortgage balance, private school years, income replacement$16/mo
20-YearMost popular — full child-raising span, typical 20-yr mortgage$22/mo
30-YearYoung families, new 30-yr mortgage, long income-replacement window$32/mo

Sample rates for healthy 35-year-old male, $500K coverage. Actual rates vary by age, gender, and health class.

Texas Term Life Insurance: Quick Facts

How much does term life insurance cost in Texas?
A healthy 35-year-old Texan pays $22-$35/month for $500,000 of 20-year term coverage. Women pay 10-15% less. Rates are locked for the full term.
What term lengths can I choose?
Texas carriers offer 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30-year terms. 20-year term is the most popular for mortgage and child-raising years.
How much coverage do I need?
10-12x your annual income, plus your mortgage balance and debts. A $75,000 earner with a family typically needs $750,000-$900,000.
Do I need a medical exam?
Most applicants qualify for $500,000+ with accelerated underwriting: a digital health questionnaire only, no blood draw, no nurse visit.
Which carriers are compared?
Tower Hill compares 30+ A-rated carriers including Banner Life, Pacific Life, Prudential, Protective, and Transamerica through the Back9 platform.
Is Tower Hill licensed in Texas?
Yes. Tower Hill Corp holds Texas Department of Insurance agency license #2608479TX and serves all 254 Texas counties.
Common Questions

Texas Term Life FAQ

How much does term life insurance cost in Texas?

A healthy 35-year-old Texan can get $500,000 of 20-year term coverage for as little as $22–$30/month. Rates vary by age, health class, coverage amount, and term length. Use our free quote tool to see your personalized rate in under 2 minutes.

What term lengths are available in Texas?

Most Texas carriers offer 10, 15, 20, and 30-year term policies. A 10-year term is ideal for short-term debts or bridge coverage; a 30-year term locks in a low rate while children are young and your mortgage is active.

Can I get term life insurance without a medical exam in Texas?

Yes. Tower Hill carrier network's accelerated underwriting program approves most applicants for up to $500,000 in coverage through a digital health questionnaire only — no blood draw, no nurse visit, no waiting weeks for lab results.

What happens when my term expires?

When the policy term ends, coverage stops. You can convert to permanent coverage (whole life or universal life) before expiration without a new medical exam, apply for a new term policy, or let coverage lapse if your obligations are paid off.

Is term life insurance regulated differently in Texas?

Yes. The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) requires all carriers operating in Texas to be licensed and follow state-specific consumer protection rules. Tower Hill Corp holds TX Agency License #2608479TX.

How much term life insurance does a Texas family need?

A common rule of thumb is 10–12× your annual income. For a $75,000 earner with a mortgage and two children, that suggests $750,000–$900,000 in coverage. Use our quote calculator to model your specific needs.

Lock In Your Rate Today

Rates only go up as you age. The best time to apply is now — your quote is free, instant, and requires no commitment.