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Cheapest recent rates near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Drivers using Insurify have found quotes as cheap as $42/mo for liability only and $80/mo for full coverage in Philadelphia and other Pennsylvania cities.
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Philadelphia is home to some of the worst traffic congestion in America. In fact, Inrix found that the city has the 10th-highest traffic delay time of cities worldwide.[1]
The city’s heavy traffic is one of the reasons Philadelphia residents pay higher-than-average car insurance rates: $231 per month compared to the national average of $152.
Here’s how to find cost-effective car insurance in the City of Brotherly Love.
Quick Facts
State Farm is the cheapest insurer in Philadelphia for liability policies, while Mile Auto is the cheapest for full coverage.
Liability-only insurance in Philadelphia costs $167 per month, and full coverage costs $295 per month, on average.
Insurers in Pennsylvania can consider your credit history when determining your rates.
3 of the cheapest car insurance companies in Philadelphia
When buying cheap auto insurance in Philadelphia, one size certainly doesn’t fit all. Your best option depends on different factors, including your driving history, location, vehicle type, and personal coverage needs.
The table above shows three of the most affordable car insurance companies in Philly to provide a starting point for your comparison shopping.
Insurance Company
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IQ Score
The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores.
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers and quote estimates from Quadrant Information Services. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Our editorial team spent more than 350 hours developing the Insurify Quality (IQ) Score and scoring insurance companies. The IQ Score objectively analyzes and calculates a score for insurers using more than 15 crucial criteria. The team weighted criteria by importance to the consumer — factors such as customer reviews and affordability influence the score more than availability and third-party ratings.
We rate each company on a 1 to 10 scale based on five categories: financial ratings, customer satisfaction, affordability, customer support and transparency, and availability. Insurify updates ratings once a year or as more recent information becomes available.
Third-party financial ratings: Insurify uses data from AM Best, S&P, Moody’s, and more to compare insurance companies’ credit and ability to pay out future claims.
Customer satisfaction: To calculate this score, Insurify analyzed more than 55,000 customer reviews across 155 car insurance companies. We also consider third-party ratings from J.D. Power, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, and Trustpilot.
Affordability: Our data scientists analyzed more than 90 million real-time auto insurance rates from our partners across the U.S., as well as available discounts, to calculate an affordability score.
Customer support and transparency: This measures coverage options, ease of claims filing, and the insurer's transparency surrounding discounts, coverages, and claims process.
Availability and reach: Insurify scores availability and reach by identifying the number of states in which insurers offer coverage and company size by market share.
The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores.
7.4 /10
Liability Only
Liability-only insurance, sometimes called minimum-coverage insurance, pays for bodily injury and property damage to others in an accident the policyholder causes. It does not pay for the insured’s own damages.
$152/mo
Full Coverage
Full-coverage car insurance generally includes liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage, and may include other optional coverages such as uninsured motorist coverage. Collision covers a policyholder’s repair or replacement costs in case of an accident. Comprehensive covers damages caused by non-accident events. The average quote displayed here reflects policies with the following coverage limits: $50,000 bodily injury liability per person; $100,000 bodily injury liability per accident; $50,00 property damage liability per accident; $1,000 collision deductible; and a $1,000 comprehensive deductible.
$460/mo
3.6
A solid optionBased on 19 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about Foremost
Drivers appreciate the patient customer service and flexible payment options but dislike the roadside service and inconsistent pricing.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
High-risk drivers
Collectible auto coverage
New and financed vehicles
How drivers feel about Foremost
Drivers appreciate the patient customer service and flexible payment options but dislike the roadside service and inconsistent pricing.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
High-risk drivers
Collectible auto coverage
New and financed vehicles
Reviews (12)
Kenneth
November 19, 2024
Verified Review
Not Worth It
They are not satisfactory. I have never made a claim, yet they raised my rate by 400 dollars. The coverage they provide is also insufficient. They are not worth it.
Barbara
October 22, 2024
Verified Review
Foremost Takes Care of My Home
I haven't had much contact with Foremost, but the interactions I've had have been very good and professional.
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
NR
NAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
1.4
A.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
A
Why we picked this company
Foremost is a good choice for new-car owners because you can tailor your coverage to include loan/lease gap coverage, which pays the difference between the actual cash value (ACV) of your car and your remaining loan balance if your car is totaled or stolen.
The company also offers new vehicle replacement coverage, which helps pay for a replacement vehicle of the same make, size, and type if your vehicle is totaled rather than paying out its depreciated value.
The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores.
7.5 /10
Liability Only
Liability-only insurance, sometimes called minimum-coverage insurance, pays for bodily injury and property damage to others in an accident the policyholder causes. It does not pay for the insured’s own damages.
$95/mo
Full Coverage
Full-coverage car insurance generally includes liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage, and may include other optional coverages such as uninsured motorist coverage. Collision covers a policyholder’s repair or replacement costs in case of an accident. Comprehensive covers damages caused by non-accident events. The average quote displayed here reflects policies with the following coverage limits: $50,000 bodily injury liability per person; $100,000 bodily injury liability per accident; $50,00 property damage liability per accident; $1,000 collision deductible; and a $1,000 comprehensive deductible.
$128/mo
4.2
Best choiceBased on 68 verified guest reviews and ratings
Best For
Low-mileage drivers
Senior drivers
Cheap full coverage
Best For
Low-mileage drivers
Senior drivers
Cheap full coverage
Reviews (36)
Richard
January 13, 2025
Verified Purchase
Loose Time Frames
They give you two days to submit a picture of your mileage, and then they threaten to charge you for 40 miles a day.
James
January 13, 2025
Verified Purchase
So far, so good. It's better than paying six or seven hundred a month. I'll let others know. Thanks.
So far, so good. It's better than paying six or seven hundred a month. I'll let others know. Thanks.
Matthew
January 9, 2025
Verified Purchase
Great Cheap Auto Insurance!
Give them a try if you are a new driver and drive an old car that will get totaled in any accident due to the repair costs exceeding the fair market value of your car.
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
NR
NAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
NR
A.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
NR
Why we picked this company
Philadelphia’s public transit system, bike-friendly streets, and walkable neighborhoods make it possible for residents to get around quite well without a vehicle.
If you own a vehicle but don’t drive it often, Mile Auto offers pay-per-mile insurance. This allows you to pay a base rate plus a per-mile rate. At the end of each month, you send a picture of your odometer to the company.
Pros
Pay-per-mile insurance plans
No telematics device required
Cons
Limited auto coverage options
Only sells auto insurance, so no bundling of home and auto coverages
The Insurify Quality (IQ) Score uses more than 15 criteria to objectively rate insurance companies on a one-to-ten scale. The Insurify editorial team researches insurer data to determine the final scores.
9.3 /10
Liability Only
Liability-only insurance, sometimes called minimum-coverage insurance, pays for bodily injury and property damage to others in an accident the policyholder causes. It does not pay for the insured’s own damages.
$88/mo
Full Coverage
Full-coverage car insurance generally includes liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage, and may include other optional coverages such as uninsured motorist coverage. Collision covers a policyholder’s repair or replacement costs in case of an accident. Comprehensive covers damages caused by non-accident events. The average quote displayed here reflects policies with the following coverage limits: $50,000 bodily injury liability per person; $100,000 bodily injury liability per accident; $50,00 property damage liability per accident; $1,000 collision deductible; and a $1,000 comprehensive deductible.
$190/mo
4.2
Best choiceBased on 9,480 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about State Farm
Drivers appreciate the helpful local agents and initial service but dislike the high prices and frequent rate increases.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Customer service
Competitive rates
Discounts for safe drivers
How drivers feel about State Farm
Drivers appreciate the helpful local agents and initial service but dislike the high prices and frequent rate increases.
AI-generated from the text of verified reviews collected by Insurify
Best For
Customer service
Competitive rates
Discounts for safe drivers
Reviews (5,221)
Gail
February 4, 2025
Verified Review
Changes Imminent
I have no tickets, no accidents, and everything is getting older, yet the prices keep going up. This isn't reasonable for anyone. This applies to all insurance companies.
Thomas
February 3, 2025
Verified Review
State Farm Rip Off
Expensive.
Fernando
February 3, 2025
Verified Review
Average
They are too expensive, but everything else is good.
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
842
NAIC Index
Average amount of customer complaints relative to competitors on a 0-5 scale. A lower score represents fewer complaints.
0.78
A.M. Best
A.M. Best analyzes an insurer’s financials, operating performance, business profile, and other factors to generate an opinion-based rating of a company’s financial and credit strength. Ratings range from A++ (exceptional) to D (poor).
A++
Why we picked this company
State Farm is an excellent option for families with teen drivers because it offers a range of policy options and discounts to make car insurance affordable. The company’s Steer Clear program, an educational app-based course for drivers younger than 25, helps policyholders earn discounts on their car insurance. It also offers discounts for maintaining good grades.
Pros
Several available discounts, including those for bundling homeowners, renters, or life insurance
AM Best financial strength rating of A++ (Superior)[2]
Cons
Higher rates than some competitors
Doesn’t offer gap insurance
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How to get the cheapest car insurance in Philadelphia
Insurance companies consider several factors when setting your rates, including your driving history, age, the type of vehicle you drive, and even your credit history.[3]
However, you can take steps to secure cheap car insurance:
Bundle policies. Many insurance companies offer discounts for bundling car insurance with other types of policies, such as homeowners or renters insurance.
Increase your deductible. Opting for a higher deductible can lower your monthly premiums because you agree to take on more financial responsibility in the event of a claim.
Shop around. Don’t settle for the first quote you receive. Compare rates from multiple companies to find the best deal.
Cheapest liability-only car insurance in Philadelphia: State Farm
Liability-only car insurance is the minimum coverage Philadelphia law requires. This type of insurance covers injuries and damage you may cause to others in an accident but doesn’t cover damages to your own vehicle.
State Farm offers the cheapest liability-only policies in Philadelphia, at $88 per month. The table below shows the companies offering the lowest average rates for liability-only coverage in the city.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM PST.
Insurance Company
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Average Monthly Quote
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State Farm
$88
Mile Auto
$95
Erie
$102
Auto-Owners
$110
Plymouth Rock
$110
National General
$119
Travelers
$133
GEICO
$136
Progressive
$138
Root
$150
Foremost
$152
Allstate
$153
The General
$162
Direct Auto
$167
Safeco
$171
Nationwide
$174
USAA
$179
Chubb
$207
Bristol West
$214
Dairyland
$214
CSAA
$228
Liberty Mutual
$303
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers and quote estimates from Quadrant Information Services. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Cheapest full-coverage car insurance in Philadelphia: Mile Auto
Full-coverage car insurance includes liability insurance as well as collision and comprehensive coverage. Collision insurance covers damage to your vehicle from accidents, and comprehensive insurance protects against non-collision incidents like theft, vandalism, or hail damage.
Full coverage is particularly beneficial for drivers with newer or higher-value vehicles, and lenders typically require it for anyone who has a car loan or lease.
Drivers can find the cheapest full-coverage insurance with Mile Auto, with rates of $88 per month.
To help you find affordable coverage in Philadelphia, here’s a table showing companies with the lowest average rates for full coverage.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM PST.
Insurance Company
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Average Monthly Quote
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Mile Auto
$128
State Farm
$190
Erie
$219
Plymouth Rock
$228
Auto-Owners
$240
Root
$262
National General
$269
Safeco
$278
GEICO
$284
Travelers
$284
Progressive
$290
CSAA
$300
Allstate
$322
Direct Auto
$328
Nationwide
$367
USAA
$374
Liberty Mutual
$386
Bristol West
$396
Infinity
$410
The General
$414
Chubb
$436
Foremost
$460
Dairyland
$493
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers and quote estimates from Quadrant Information Services. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Cheapest recent rates near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Drivers using Insurify have found quotes as cheap as $42/mo for liability only and $80/mo for full coverage in Philadelphia and other Pennsylvania cities.
*Quotes generated for Insurify users in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania within the last 10 days. Last updated on February 5, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Rates shown are real-time Insurify user quotes from 120+ insurance companies and Quadrant Information Services data. Insurify’s algorithm excludes anomalous quotes and anonymizes personal details, then displays refined quotes by price, date, and insurer popularity up to 10 days ago from February 5, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
*Quotes generated for Insurify users in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania within the last 10 days. Last updated on February 5, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Rates shown are real-time Insurify user quotes from 120+ insurance companies and Quadrant Information Services data. Insurify’s algorithm excludes anomalous quotes and anonymizes personal details, then displays refined quotes by price, date, and insurer popularity up to 10 days ago from February 5, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Car insurance requirements in Pennsylvania
All Pennsylvania drivers must have car insurance to show financial responsibility in case of an accident. Pennsylvania is a no-fault state, meaning a driver’s insurance pays for their own damages and injuries, regardless of who was at fault in an accident. However, the state has a unique version of no-fault car insurance.
In Pennsylvania, policyholders have two options: limited-tort coverage or full-tort coverage. Purchasing limited-tort coverage limits your right to receive financial compensation for injuries and other losses when another driver causes the accident.
You’ll pay a higher average annual rate for full-tort coverage, but buying this kind of policy essentially means opting out of the no-fault system. It gives you unlimited rights to financial compensation for injuries and other losses when another driver causes the accident.[4]
Coverage
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Minimum Requirements
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Bodily injury liability
$15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident
Property damage liability
$5,000
If you want more than the minimum insurance requirements in Pennsylvania, consider the following coverages:
Collision coverage
Collision insurance pays for your own vehicle expenses if you’re in a car accident or your car hits a stationary object, like a tree or telephone pole, no matter who’s at fault.
Comprehensive coverage
Comprehensive insurance pays to repair or replace your vehicle after damage from something other than car accidents, like fire, theft, or vandalism.
Cheapest car insurance for drivers with an incident
In auto insurance, an incident refers to an event that negatively affects your driving record, such as an at-fault accident, speeding ticket, driving under the influence (DUI), or other moving violation.
Insurance companies view drivers with incidents on their record as high-risk, so they increase their car insurance rates.
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Cheapest car insurance for drivers with a speeding ticket: Mile Auto
Getting a speeding ticket indicates risky driving behavior to car insurance companies, which usually leads to more claims. Each speeding ticket can lead to a rise in premiums when your policy renews.
The cheapest car insurance for Philadelphia drivers with a speeding ticket is $114 per month, from Mile Auto.
The table below shows the companies with the best rates for drivers with one speeding ticket on their record and how the rates offered to these drivers compare to those offered to drivers with a clean record.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM PST.
Insurance Company
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Clean Driving Record
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With Speeding Ticket
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State Farm
$88
$105
Mile Auto
$95
$114
Erie
$102
$128
Auto-Owners
$110
$135
Plymouth Rock
$110
$131
National General
$119
$144
Travelers
$133
$162
GEICO
$136
$164
Progressive
$138
$166
Root
$150
$197
Foremost
$152
$197
Allstate
$153
$185
The General
$162
$202
Direct Auto
$167
$202
Safeco
$171
$210
Nationwide
$174
$212
USAA
$179
$216
Chubb
$207
$253
Bristol West
$214
$261
Dairyland
$214
$258
CSAA
$228
$280
Liberty Mutual
$303
$393
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers and quote estimates from Quadrant Information Services. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Cheapest car insurance for drivers with an at-fault accident: Mile Auto
Causing an accident signals to insurance companies that you have a higher likelihood of being involved in future accidents or filing other claims. After an at-fault accident, your insurance company may raise your rates or cancel your policy when it comes up for renewal.
The cheapest car insurance you’ll find in Philadelphia with an accident is from Mile Auto, with liability rates of $124 per month.
The table below shows the cheapest Philly insurance companies for drivers with one at-fault accident on their record and how those rates compare to rates for drivers with a clean record.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM PST.
Insurance Company
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Clean Driving Record
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With Accident
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State Farm
$88
$112
Mile Auto
$95
$124
Erie
$102
$135
Auto-Owners
$110
$142
Plymouth Rock
$110
$150
National General
$119
$151
Travelers
$133
$172
GEICO
$136
$175
Progressive
$138
$180
Root
$150
$209
Foremost
$152
$207
Allstate
$153
$196
The General
$162
$213
Direct Auto
$167
$219
Safeco
$171
$222
Nationwide
$174
$225
USAA
$179
$230
Chubb
$207
$266
Bristol West
$214
$275
Dairyland
$214
$272
CSAA
$228
$304
Liberty Mutual
$303
$413
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers and quote estimates from Quadrant Information Services. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Cheapest car insurance for drivers with a DUI: State Farm
A DUI is one of the most serious incidents that can affect your car insurance rates. It signals a significant risk to insurers, as it suggests you’re more likely to engage in risky behavior behind the wheel and be involved in costly accidents.
The cheapest car insurance you’ll find in Philadelphia with a DUI is $138 per month, from State Farm.
To illustrate the effect of a DUI on car insurance rates in Philadelphia, here’s a comparison table showing the average rates for drivers with a DUI versus drivers with clean records.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM PST.
Insurance Company
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Clean Driving Record
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With DUI
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State Farm
$88
$138
Mile Auto
$95
$149
Erie
$102
$159
Auto-Owners
$110
$172
Plymouth Rock
$110
$172
National General
$119
$186
Travelers
$133
$208
GEICO
$136
$213
Progressive
$138
$216
Root
$150
$211
Foremost
$152
$238
Allstate
$153
$239
The General
$162
$253
Direct Auto
$167
$261
Safeco
$171
$253
Nationwide
$174
$272
USAA
$179
$280
Chubb
$207
$324
Bristol West
$214
$335
Dairyland
$214
$335
CSAA
$228
$321
Liberty Mutual
$303
$474
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers and quote estimates from Quadrant Information Services. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Cheapest car insurance for seniors: Mile Auto
Your age can have a big effect on your car insurance rates. While teens and young adults pay high premiums, rates tend to decrease around age 35 as drivers gain experience and pose a lower risk of accidents. However, this trend reverses as drivers reach around age 70 due to the higher risk of accidents associated with aging, such as slower reflexes and deteriorating vision.
The cheapest insurer for senior drivers in Philadelphia is Mile Auto, with a cost of $70 per month.
To help senior drivers in Philadelphia find the most budget-friendly insurance, here’s a table showing the insurance companies offering the cheapest average rates for both liability only and full coverage.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM PST.