Is State Farm a Good Insurance Company? Reviews From Over 16,250 Customers

State Farm customers rate it a 4.0 out of 5. Positive reviews focus on customer service, while less positive reviews mention issues with policy transparency.

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State Farm Insurance: Rated 4.0 out of 5 by customers

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Overall experience rating4.0
Customer service4.2
Value3.7
Claims handling4.1
Coverage options4.1
Discounts3.9
Policy transparency3.8
Policy flexibility4.0
Quick Facts
  • State Farm overall user rating: 4.0 out of 5

  • Insurify Quality (IQ) Score for State Farm: 9.3 out of 10

  • NAIC complaint index: 0.85 (Below average)

  • Average monthly full-coverage premium from State Farm: $107

Our take on State Farm insurance

Insurify gives State Farm a quality score of 9.3 out of 10. Overall, State Farm customer reviews are largely positive, but many Insurify customers with State Farm policies have mixed feelings about the insurer.

Customers who are happy with State Farm spotlight long-lasting relationships with local agents, quick response times, and satisfaction with the quality of coverage. But some negative reviews highlight disappointment with discount savings, slow claims handling, and premium increases at renewal.

Insurify’s customers with State Farm policies give the company an overall customer service rating of 4.2 out of 5.

State Farm customer service reviews: Rated 4.2 out of 5

State Farm customers rate the company 4.2 out of 5 for customer service. Customers who left positive reviews often appreciate their established relationships with knowledgeable and easy-to-work-with local agents. Unsatisfied customers cite frustration with slow follow-up and long wait times.

You can read real reviews from satisfied and unsatisfied State Farm customers below.

  • Louis
    Verified Review
    My State Farm Agency
    I believe that my current car insurance is, so far, the best.
    William
    Verified Review
    Excellent Service
    Excellent. Always helpful with recommendations.
    Robert
    Verified Review
    Very Good
    Good customer service.
    Joseph
    Verified Review
    Customer Service
    I am satisfied with their coverage.
    Michael
    Verified Review
    Excellent
    My premium has gone down since I first joined State Farm.
    Susan
    Verified Review
    It's been great
    They're great, but a little expensive.
    William
    Verified Review
    Bicket Blurb
    Too high a premium for us older folks with no accidents, tickets, or DUIs (not only in three years but EVER!)
    Freddie
    Verified Review
    I think I can beat their price.
    Customer service is excellent. I think their price is high.
    Elisabeth
    Verified Review
    State Farm Beware: They Are Not on Your Side
    I have State Farm and I have full coverage. They offered me a roadside assistance package for free. However, because I used it 5 times over several years, they are dropping me as a customer. So they give me a package for free, and I use it, and now I'm being punished for it. Really great, State Farm.
    Larry
    Verified Review
    State Farm - A Company That Has Lost Its Roots
    State Farm has changed a lot since big losses with forest fires and hurricane losses in California and Florida. They "established" their claims department as a separate profit center, and claims are difficult to get done. Home insurance is also very difficult as well. As an example, five homes around my home have had their roofs replaced due to hail damage. I have been with them for thirty years, and the company is not the same. Profits are driving all decisions! Getting quotes to change.
    Mike
    Verified Review
    Very disappointed
    They're okay, but the cost has skyrocketed for no apparent reason.
    Melanie
    Verified Review
    Be very cautious of the terms
    With 2 autos covered, if you cancel one for 1 day and then reinstate it, you are penalized for the remainder of the term.
    Carolyn
    Verified Review
    First time I called for roadside, Jessica took me off driving discount
    I've been with them for almost a year. I'm not getting my driving discount for being a good driver. They are overcharging for coverage on my 2014 Chevy Impala.
    Karen
    Verified Review
    Okay Insurance
    It's good for the money.
    Sally
    Verified Review
    Frustrated with Insurance Companies
    Car insurance, so far, is fine with State Farm. It's the homeowners policies I'm frustrated about. State Farm is higher priced and after about 40 years of paying them, when I needed help for the first time, they paid and then dropped me. Not okay!
    Darwin
    Verified Review
    Need Better Prices
    I have no tickets, no accidents, and the price keeps going up.

State Farm customer service ratings vs. Allstate

State Farm earns a customer service rating of 4.2 out of 5, which is higher than ratings for Allstate, which Insurify’s customers rated a 3.8 out of 5.

Allstate customers have lower satisfaction ratings than State Farm for customer service, with reviews mentioning feeling unsupported during complicated insurance issues.

Below, you can see how real Insurify customers rate these companies for customer service.

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State Farm4.2
Allstate3.8

State Farm discounts reviews: Rated 3.9 out of 5

State Farm has a discount rating of 3.9 out of 5 from Insurify’s customers with coverage from the insurer. Positive reviews mentioning discounts touch on State Farm’s bundling opportunities and occasional promotional savings. 

But many customers describe dissatisfaction with their actual discount savings, citing unclear terms.

Here are reviews from real State Farm customers about discounts. Read about common positive and negative experiences.

  • Linda
    Verified Review
    Review for State Farm
    I have been with them for over 25 years and they give me a loyalty discount. I have to watch closely because sometimes they have things on the policy that I don't have anymore, like watercraft, motorhome, etc. I thought it was high, but no one has beaten their price. I have my condo on there and a $1,000,000 umbrella. I have good coverage for accidents.
    Ellen
    Verified Review
    State Farm
    The only reason I'm changing my current car insurance is because I found cheaper insurance through someone else.
    John
    Verified Review
    Happy State Farm customer for over 25 years.
    If you're looking for multiple options at affordable rates, choose State Farm. I've been with them for over 25 years, and each time I try to find lower rates with comparable coverage, it ends without success at any other insurance company. The biggest difference I've experienced involves the annual premium for Homeowner's Insurance. I've received estimates from other carriers that have been twice the amount I pay at State Farm. Bundled with Auto coverage, I've not found a more affordable insurance company.
    Gloria
    Verified Review
    Friendly staff
    Very polite and friendly staff. They always answer my questions.
    Sid
    Verified Review
    Great Claim Service
    Great service through my agent!
    Sandrs
    Verified Review
    Five Star Insurance Agency
    Noelle is five-star excellent in every way and totally represents State Farm.
    Milton
    Verified Review
    Shining Like the Sun!
    I have had a good experience with State Farm! Thanks!
    Eugenia
    Verified Review
    State Farm makes me happy
    I've been with them for about 4 years now. They are wonderful; if I have a problem, they help solve it really fast. The staff members are very kind, and for the payment, being with them for four years, I'm in a good place. A lot of other insurance companies cost more money, sometimes double or triple, so I'm happy with State Farm.
    John S
    Verified Review
    Major Insurance Policy Changes
    Overpriced. Exorbitant policy renewal rates. No new policies offered for Homeowners, Renters, Earthquakes, and Personal Liability. Bundle all insurance needs.
    John S
    Verified Review
    Not Price Competitive
    Overpriced. Not accepting new applicants for auto, homeowners, renters, earthquake, and personal liability insurance policies for residents of California. The only way to get the best possible insurance price is to bundle several policies with the same insurance company at the time of purchase.
    Gerald
    Verified Review
    Okay
    Too expensive.
    Gracie
    Verified Review
    Too High
    I would say it's a good insurance company if you can afford the price. It's way too high for me.
    Tom
    Verified Review
    Get your act together
    Very poor. I’ve had State Farm for years and I just bought a new Tesla, and they want to charge me an additional $100 on top of a rate increase at the beginning of the year. I’m definitely looking for another insurance company. I have no DUI, no accidents.
    Larry
    Verified Review
    Not pleased that State Farm is overpriced
    Shop around. State Farm is high but good.
    Kim
    Verified Review
    State Farm's Insurance
    Very expensive.
    Lee
    Verified Review
    Average
    A little higher than some, but I’ve never had to use it, which is a blessing.

State Farm discounts ratings vs. Allstate

Insurify’s customers with coverage from State Farm give the company a discount availability rating of 3.9 out of 5, ranking higher than Allstate, which earned a comparable but slightly lower rating at 3.8 out of 5.

State Farm and Allstate have similar ratings for discount availability, with customers appreciating the bundling and loyalty discounts offered by both.

See how Insurify’s customers ranked State Farm and Allstate for discount availability.

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State Farm3.9
Allstate3.8

State Farm claims handling reviews: Rated 4.1 out of 5

State Farm has a claims handling rating of 4.1 out of 5. Customers who had good experiences describe a straightforward claims process, fast resolutions, and supportive adjusters. But other State Farm customers highlight long delays and dissatisfaction over claim denials or low settlements.

Below, you can read real claims handling reviews from Insurify’s customers with State Farm policies.

  • Nancy
    Verified Review
    Excellent
    Excellent customer service.
    Elizabeth
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    Rates are very high. I never received suggestions on how to lower monthly rates or answers to why my rates go up monthly.
    Rates are very high. I never received suggestions on how to lower monthly rates or answers to why my rates go up monthly.
    Leonard
    Verified Review
    I'm very happy to have been with them for more than five years.
    Always very helpful.
    Alan
    Verified Review
    State Farm High Price
    A great business, but the price is just too high.
    Paul
    Verified Review
    Quality Experience
    We've had two cars insured by State Farm and recently added a third. They are very friendly and professional on the phone.
    Michael
    Verified Review
    4x4 Insurance Costs Double
    Check rates with other companies!
    Ilene
    Verified Review
    State Farm Insurance is Great
    Great rate. Great service.
    Mary Robin
    Verified Review
    Friendly Assistance Matters
    The office personnel are very helpful and friendly.
    Jeffrey
    Verified Review
    Confused
    I’ve been with State Farm for over 25 years and it has been a great company to work with. Four months ago, I lapsed on a monthly payment. I received one email notifying me that my payment was not processed, and today, almost four months later, I received a call from my agent saying that my policy had been canceled! No previous phone calls, no other emails, no letters that I saw! Now, to reinstate, the new rate is $100 more per month! Not good business practice, especially for a loyal customer!
    Brenda
    Verified Review
    Expensive
    I find it expensive for someone on social security! No marks on my record and still no discounts!
    Jennifer
    Verified Review
    Insurance
    They are very helpful in trying to save a person money.
    Neuronsy
    Verified Review
    Doesn't Hurt to Check
    It's just time for a change if someone could beat them. So far, they're the best by comparison.
    Kelly
    Verified Review
    Agents never notify you when documents are expiring. I was charged a higher premium due to not providing the documents in a timely manner.
    Agents never notify you when documents are expiring. I was charged a higher premium due to not providing the documents in a timely manner.
    Tonisha
    Verified Review
    Average
    Expensive rates keep increasing without notification.
    Steven
    Verified Review
    I'm 79 years old and I drive twice a week, less than 3,000 miles a year, but the policy is too expensive. I have a perfect driving record.
    I'm 79 years old and I drive twice a week, less than 3,000 miles a year, but the policy is too expensive. I have a perfect driving record.
    Gary
    Verified Review
    Good customer service
    Raised my rates without explaining why.

State Farm claims handling ratings vs. Allstate

State Farm customers gave the insurer a claims handling rating of 4.1 out of 5, outranking Allstate, which Insurify’s customers gave a 3.8 out of 5.

Allstate has a similar rating to State Farm but ultimately ranks lower, with dissatisfied customers citing unmet expectations throughout the claims process.

Compare how Insurify’s customers rated these two companies for claims handling below.

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State Farm4.1
Allstate3.8

State Farm value for money reviews: Rated 3.7 out of 5

Insurify’s customers with State Farm policies give the insurer a value-for-money rating of 3.7 out of 5. Satisfied State Farm customers categorized pricing as fair or competitive for the quality of coverage received. Some negative reviews claim that premiums were too high and rising at each renewal.

Here are real reviews about State Farm’s value for money from Insurify’s customers with coverage from the insurer.

  • Nannette
    Verified Review
    Review
    Last year was okay, but I have not received my bill for this year. If it keeps going up, I will have to find another insurer. I am a senior on Social Security.
    David
    Verified Review
    Best Prices and Earliest Notification
    I have no complaints; the prices are unbeatable.
    Melton
    Verified Review
    A Good Place to Start
    I've never had a claim, just paid the bill. They are very nice, but I wish they would have decreased my payment so I could stay.
    Percy
    Verified Review
    Excellent service and coverage
    Excellent, friendly, and professional.
    Doshia
    Verified Review
    Excellent
    My current insurance is a lot cheaper than State Farm insurance.
    Joanna
    Verified Review
    Long time customer
    Dependable.
    Terry
    Verified Review
    Not worth 20 bucks
    My rate is great and the support is excellent. The support number is easy to reach, and the app is great. I wouldn’t change my insurance company easily because I’ve been with State Farm for a long time and I love them.
    Martin
    Verified Review
    Outstanding Customer Service
    Excellent customer service by Alexandra Lee.
    James
    Verified Review
    Average
    Good service but too expensive.
    Norvell
    Verified Review
    Average
    To add a second vehicle, the price increased, and they are always trying to upsell.
    Bunny
    Verified Review
    Stayed with State Farm since about 1982(?)
    I haven't had a claim. I'm disappointed that windshields aren't covered when damaged.
    Ir
    Verified Review
    Average
    Don't deal with an agent that doesn't respond to your questions or needs.
    Sandra
    Verified Review
    So Far Good Experience
    My experience was good. I have a problem using the app.
    Lynn
    Verified Review
    All Good
    All good experiences, just getting a little expensive.
    Trudi
    Verified Review
    Best Coverage for the Best Cost
    My agent is easy to get in contact with and has always been helpful with whatever questions or concerns I have had.
    Robert
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    Service expected is extremely needed, however, charges inflated!
    I think the coverage is adequate, but I am being overcharged for it!

State Farm value for money ratings vs. Allstate

State Farm has a value-for-money rating of 3.7 out of 5, which ranks higher than Allstate, which Insurify's customers rated 3.3 out of 5. Some Allstate reviews claim its coverage isn’t worth the high premium.

Below, you can see how real Insurify customers rate each company’s overall value for money.

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State Farm3.7
Allstate3.3

State Farm policy transparency reviews: Rated 3.8 out of 5

State Farm earns a policy transparency rating of 3.8 out of 5 from Insurify customers. Positive reviews mention access to information online and helpful agents who can answer policy questions. Customers who left negative reviews say they lacked a clear understanding of their coverage and experienced surprise billing.

Read real reviews about policy transparency from Insurify’s customers with State Farm auto insurance.

  • Glynn
    Verified Review
    Glynn’s Review
    It's okay. I do like the safe driving profile they have.
    Glenda
    Verified Review
    Blame Claim
    A horse and buggy hit my car, and they claimed it was my fault because it was not a motor vehicle. They considered my car totaled. The title is missing, so the claim is still open. It's been a year this month.
    Vance
    Verified Review
    Too Expensive
    The only problem I have is the cost of my insurance.
    Anthony
    Verified Review
    Takes a while on the phone
    Easy to work with to buy insurance. I have not had any claims, so I don't know yet about that.
    Paul
    Verified Review
    Excellent
    Good company. Probably not the cheapest price though.
    Paul
    Verified Review
    Helpful agents over the 60 years of having coverage with State Farm.
    I have not had any claims in recent years. No problems over the years when there was a claim.
    Paul
    Verified Review
    Excellent service, so far.
    Best I could find.
    Charles
    Verified Review
    Bye
    Excellent. Saved half price.
    Charles
    Verified Review
    Expensive
    Very expensive compared to other quotes.
    Reanna
    Verified Review
    Too expensive
    Too expensive and they didn't offer to try to get me a better rate.
    Ernie
    Verified Review
    State Farm is Great
    Overall, I was trying to get quotes from several insurance companies. I had a third-party agent who contacted several insurance companies, but she wasn't able to find me a quote for less than $150 a month, which would be my monthly payment. That's crazy for an old car like my 1999 Honda Accord EX, and at the time, my car wasn't insured. So, I started my own search. I found State Farm, and let's just say I was able to get insured for less than $100. I paid that for 5 months. Before my birthday on February 1st, I called and spoke to an agent, and she was able to reduce my monthly payment to $47 and change.
    Mark
    Verified Review
    Stay away!
    Rates just keep going up. We have friends with State Farm who have newer cars, and they pay way less than we do! What's up with that?
    Arturo
    Verified Review
    Expensive Insurance
    The insurance is okay, I guess. I've never had a claim, but they are very expensive. They are so expensive that it's getting to the point where I cannot afford it.
    Wendy
    Verified Review
    Average
    The price of covering my car has gone up. Other companies are offering a lower rate.
    Wade
    Verified Review
    Insurance Ripoff
    The agents have all been top-notch since I was 16 years old. I went with Progressive for a few years but have come back to them. I'm 61, a retired crane/heavy equipment operator for 40 years. If you have any idea about the operation of machinery and the concentration it demands, that bleeds over to personal life decisions daily. I have had no accidents since 2003, no DUI or speeding tickets in I can't remember how long. I pay $393.12 a month.
    Tina
    Verified Review
    Price is too high
    I've had my current car insurance company for over 30 years. They are okay. However, now that I'm retired and their prices keep going up, the fact that they are doing away with the defensive driving discount, and they don't offer any incentives for seniors or someone who doesn't drive as much, I had no choice but to switch companies. The new company will save me about $30.00 a month.

State Farm policy transparency ratings vs. Allstate

State Farm’s policy transparency rating of 3.8 out of 5 outranks Allstate, which is rated 3.6 out of 5.

Allstate has a lower ranking than State Farm, and some customers feel their coverage is less robust than the policy they thought they were buying.

See how policy transparency ratings from real Insurify customers compare for these two insurers below.

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State Farm3.8
Allstate3.6

State Farm vs. Allstate and GEICO

Overall, State Farm earns high customer ratings from Insurify customers with policies from the insurer. The insurer ranks particularly well for customer service and claims handling, due to the helpfulness of its many local agents, when compared to competitors like Allstate and GEICO.

Below, you can see how State Farm stacks up against more top car insurance companies.

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State Farm customer reviews: Read what over 16,250 Insurify customers have to say about State Farm

You can learn more about State Farm by reading reviews from more than 16,250 customers written during the last 12 months.

Karen
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Excellent
Shannon was excellent. She got the job done and knew what she was doing! Very happy!
Colette
Verified Review
Love the staff
Very expensive.
Janice
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The only time I hear from them is during renewal.
They are too expensive.
Nancy
Verified Review
Excellent
Great company but higher prices.
Val
Verified Review
Well-rounded, all insurance types & competitive rates!
Excellent!
Stephen
Verified Review
Too High
The rates keep increasing, and they say there's no discount after 30 years and no major claims.
Douglas
Verified Review
False Advertisement
I left State Farm thinking perhaps I could find a better price, now that I don't drive as much. I switched to Progressive. Progressive offered me a great deal, but after signing with them, they began immediately to raise their rates. I contacted them and was told the original offer was a promotion and that it was described in the fine print. I have looked back several times and can find no fine print stating that. I will return to State Farm.
Lisa
Verified Review
Great coverage but too costly
It's good coverage but expensive.
Vicki
Verified Review
Always check for rates
State Farm is okay. You never hear from them until it is payment or renewal time. I have not had a claim in a very long time. They are expensive, and I will change if I get a better price.
Jerome
Verified Review
Don't get State Farm
State Farm is terrible. They raise your rates and then refuse to tell you why when asked. They also won’t return your calls regarding the rate increase.
Tim
Verified Review
Watch your agent. He quoted me one thing and charged me another, even after we went over my coverage before I paid.
Watch your agent. He quoted me one thing and charged me another, even after we went over my coverage before I paid.
Gerardo
Verified Review
Not worth paying just for the name
They were good at first. I've been with them for many years, but their rates keep going up. I started paying $260 for two cars with full coverage and a $250 deductible, but then it went up to $360. So I adjusted it back down to $280, and now it’s back up to $306. I'm definitely going to get another insurance company.
Michael
Verified Review
State Farm is overpriced and customer service from agent is lacking
Poor response to billing questions. It takes a week to get answers. Charged a late fee when no bill was received.
Vicki
Verified Review
Billing Trouble
We are having issues with billing. They can't seem to get all our policies together on one bill, and our bill just keeps going up. I love Seria; she is wonderful and does the best she can. I believe it is the computer system that is the biggest issue.
Kurt
Verified Review
Getting Taken
They keep raising the rates and don't have good customer service.
Steven
Verified Review
Poor customer service
They increase prices on some products. If you contact them about it, they never return your call to explain why the price increased. Then they send emails to try and get you to pay the premium. I get tired of paying higher premiums because someone else files claims somewhere across the country. That actually has nothing to do with me. Buy insurance somewhere else.

Katie Powers
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