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Recently named the 10th-largest city in the U.S., Austin, Texas, is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.[1] The average cost of car insurance in Austin is $243 per month for full-coverage insurance and $129 per month for liability-only coverage.
Austin’s car insurance rates are lower than the state averages, which are $250 and $119, respectively. While Austin may rank low on the list for size nationally, it’s the fourth-largest city in Texas with a population of more than 974,000, according to U.S. Census data. The city’s population density and urban nature likely contribute to its car insurance costs.
Specific rates vary based on your driving record, age, and more, but some car insurance companies have lower average rates than others. Here’s what you need to know about finding cheap car insurance in Austin.
Quick Facts
Austin has a population density of more than 3,000 people per square mile, which can increase the risk of traffic accidents.
State Farm, GEICO, and Allstate are the cheapest car insurance companies in Austin.
3 of the cheapest car insurance companies in Austin
Many car insurance companies sell coverage to drivers in Texas, but some insurers will work better for you than others. The best car insurance in Austin for you depends on your personal financial situation and coverage needs, so it’s important to shop around and compare a few insurers.
Here are some of the best car insurance companies in the city.
Insurance Company
IQ Score
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Full Coverage
Liability Only
Best For
State Farm
9.3
$65
$37
Cheap rates
USAA
9.4
$116
$66
Military personnel
Mile Auto
7.5
$114
$55
Infrequent drivers
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
$37/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.
$65/mo
State Farm has some of the cheapest average car insurance rates in Austin. In addition to auto insurance, the company offers a variety of insurance products, including home, property, life, health, disability, and small-business insurance. State Farm advertises at least 10 car insurance discounts that can help you save money, including young driver, safe driver, policy bundling, and driver safety course discounts.
Pros
Lowest average rates in Austin
Wide selection of insurance products and discounts
The initial representative lied to me about the price of the policy. I'm paying $30 more a month than was quoted.
Matthew - July 25, 2024
Verified
Abandoned by State Farm
It was a negative experience. After 15 years with the company, I was dismissed due to two car accidents on my record, both of which had been previously reported as not my fault. They refused to communicate with me afterwards. I would advise others to consider this before choosing State Farm.
Janet - July 25, 2024
Verified
Too High
I have had State Farm for 5 years and have been very happy until this last renewal. My full coverage insurance jumped up by $400. This is why I keep looking for cheaper insurance.
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9.4/10
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.
$66/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.
$117/mo
USAA is the best car insurance company in Austin for active-duty, reserve, and retired military personnel — and their eligible family members. The company has an A++ (Superior) financial strength rating from AM Best and a below-average number of customer complaints with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. USAA advertises 10 car insurance discounts and provides cheap rates in Austin.
Pros
Many discounts available
Excellent third-party ratings
Cons
Only available to members of the military community
A few years ago, a minor male bicyclist collided with my car, which my wife was driving at the time. She was leaving a large intersection with a green light when the bicyclist, who was riding in a pedestrian lane, appeared from behind a stopped box truck that obscured his approach. The local police department in Belmont, MA, was called and the Traffic Control Officer wrote up the accident report, clearing my wife of any responsibility. I forwarded this report to USAA. However, when I applied for increased motor vehicle insurance coverage about a year later, I was denied. USAA cited the accident with the bicyclist as a chargeable accident against my wife, despite the police report, and they had never informed us about this. I was never able to resolve this issue. Another incident occurred on December 14, 2023. I wired $60,000 to USAA for a 7-month CD and received a receipt acknowledgment. However, on the same day, the deposit was withdrawn without any direct notice to me, except for a normal monthly bank statement reflecting the withdrawal without any explanation in mid-January. It took about 9 days for USAA to resolve the issue and return the $60,000. This was a very stressful 9 days for me, and I never received an apology or explanation. Trying to reach someone with authority through numerous phone calls was literally impossible. It took a two-page business letter with 7 enclosures to get the CEO's right-hand woman to take action and return the $60,000 to my credit union. As for insurance rates, we own, register, and insure two cars that are driven about 10 miles per week on average, sometimes 100 miles on a Saturday to visit our daughter. However, it seems that we do not receive any discount for this.
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.
$55/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.
$115/mo
Mile Auto offers pay-per-mile auto insurance, which can be a more affordable coverage option for infrequent drivers. You’ll need to send in your odometer reading once a month, but Mile Auto doesn’t require drivers to plug in a device to their vehicles. You pay based on the distance driven each month, plus a base rate. The company has below-average rates in Austin, but your actual rates will depend on your driving habits.
Pros
Affordable coverage for infrequent drivers
Doesn’t require you to install a telematics device
They're good, it just takes a while for them to do anything.
How to get the cheapest car insurance in Austin
If you’re looking for cheap car insurance in Austin, Texas, you should consider the following suggestions:
Look into company discounts. Most auto insurance companies in Austin provide a small discount to drivers who pay their annual premium up front and in full. Other common discounts reward safe drivers, good students, and loyal customers.
Take a defensive driving course. You can often get a car insurance discount for completing an approved defensive driving course.
Maintain a clean record. Having a clean driving record with no accidents, tickets, or other violations will help you get and maintain the lowest rate possible.
Bundle your policies. You can usually save money if you bundle a car insurance policy with a homeowners insurance or renters insurance policy.
Choose a high deductible. Selecting high deductibles for policies like collision or comprehensive insurance will typically result in a lower monthly premium.[3] Just make sure you’re comfortable paying the deductible amount out of pocket if you need to file a claim.
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Cheapest liability-only car insurance in Austin: State Farm
Liability-only car insurance covers your financial responsibilities when you cause an accident. If the other driver suffers bodily injury or property damage, your liability insurance policy will cover their medical expenses and vehicle repairs. It doesn’t cover your expenses.[4]
Though liability insurance is typically the cheapest policy you can get, it may not provide sufficient coverage unless you have an older vehicle.
The monthly average rate for liability coverage in Austin is $129. In the table below, you can see which car insurance companies in Austin have the lowest average quotes for liability-only insurance.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Monday, July 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company
Average Monthly Quote
State Farm
$37
GEICO
$40
Allstate
$53
Mile Auto
$55
Hugo
$58
USAA
$66
Nationwide
$83
Mercury
$85
Safeco
$86
Midvale Home & Auto
$98
Progressive
$99
Dairyland
$105
Chubb
$114
Clearcover
$114
National General
$121
21st Century
$131
Elephant
$132
Direct Auto
$133
Commonwealth Casualty
$137
Liberty Mutual
$137
The General
$140
Bristol West
$151
GAINSCO
$159
State Auto
$174
AssuranceAmerica
$176
Infinity
$196
Hallmark
$197
Foremost
$221
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 Austin: State Farm
“Full-coverage policies include collision and comprehensive insurance, which cover losses like accident damage, theft, and vandalism,” says Nick Schrader, a licensed insurance agent with Texas General Insurance.
For most drivers, full-coverage auto insurance is optional. But many lenders require full coverage if you lease or finance a vehicle. You may also want to consider this policy if you have a new or valuable vehicle that would be expensive to repair or replace after a covered loss.
The average rate for full coverage in Austin is $243 per month. You can see which car insurance companies in Austin have the cheapest rates for full-coverage insurance below.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Monday, July 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company
Average Monthly Quote
State Farm
$65
GEICO
$71
Allstate
$92
Mile Auto
$115
USAA
$117
Clearcover
$143
Mercury
$143
Hugo
$145
Nationwide
$167
Progressive
$173
Safeco
$174
Midvale Home & Auto
$180
Chubb
$198
Elephant
$222
21st Century
$229
AssuranceAmerica
$236
National General
$260
Direct Auto
$268
Dairyland
$271
Liberty Mutual
$280
The General
$298
Bristol West
$313
Infinity
$315
State Auto
$337
GAINSCO
$349
Commonwealth Casualty
$365
Foremost
$462
Hallmark
$464
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 Austin, Texas
Drivers using Insurify have found quotes as cheap as $37/mo for liability only and $65/mo for full coverage in Austin and other Texas cities.
*Quotes generated for Insurify users in and around Austin, Texas within the last 10 days. Last updated on July 25, 2024
Rates shown are real-time Insurify user quotes from 100+ 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 July 25, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
*Quotes generated for Insurify users in and around Austin, Texas within the last 10 days. Last updated on July 25, 2024
Rates shown are real-time Insurify user quotes from 100+ 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 July 25, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Texas is an at-fault, or tort, state. In the event of an accident, the at-fault driver’s insurance covers the other driver’s losses, including medical bills and property damage repairs.
You can find the specific Texas minimum requirements below.
Most Texas car insurance companies also offer optional auto coverages that fill gaps in your basic policy and provide more protection. Here are some of the most common endorsements that can be beneficial for drivers in Austin:
Collision coverage
Collision coverage pays for damages to your vehicle after an accident, regardless of fault. This includes hitting another vehicle, or an object like a tree, fence, or light pole. Collision will also pay for rollover accidents and pothole damage.
Comprehensive coverage
After a non-collision incident, comprehensive insurance pays for your vehicle repairs. For example, comprehensive insurance will cover theft, vandalism, weather damage, fires, and falling objects.
Gap coverage
If you lease or finance your car, gap insurance covers the difference between the car’s value and what you still owe the lender in the event of a total loss.
Roadside assistance coverage
Roadside assistance covers the cost of basic roadside repairs, like jump-starting a battery, flat tire changes, fuel delivery, extrication, and lockouts. Some policies also cover towing up to a certain mileage.
Cheapest car insurance for drivers with an incident
Your driving record is one of the most significant factors affecting your car insurance premium. Drivers with an incident, like a speeding ticket or an at-fault accident, usually pay higher rates for insurance than drivers with a clean record. More serious violations, like driving while intoxicated (DWI) or reckless driving, can have an even larger effect on your premium.[6]
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Cheapest car insurance for drivers with a speeding ticket: State Farm
If you have a speeding ticket on your record, you’ll likely pay more for car insurance. Compared to other types of violations, the rate increase after a speeding ticket is usually small. But the price of your policy after a ticket will depend on your insurance company, as well as whether you have other incidents on your record and how much you went over the speed limit.
Liability-only coverage for drivers with speeding tickets averages $183 per month in Austin, while the average for full coverage is $345. Here are the cheapest car insurance companies in Austin for drivers with a speeding ticket on their record.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Monday, July 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company
Clean Driving Record
With Speeding Ticket
State Farm
$37
$48
GEICO
$40
$52
Allstate
$53
$69
Mile Auto
$55
$75
Hugo
$58
$79
USAA
$66
$85
Nationwide
$83
$109
Mercury
$85
$118
Safeco
$86
$113
Midvale Home & Auto
$98
$132
Progressive
$99
$129
Dairyland
$105
$137
Chubb
$114
$150
Clearcover
$114
$150
National General
$121
$157
21st Century
$131
$175
Elephant
$132
$188
Direct Auto
$133
$173
Commonwealth Casualty
$137
$195
Liberty Mutual
$137
$195
The General
$140
$184
Bristol West
$151
$195
GAINSCO
$159
$226
State Auto
$174
$245
AssuranceAmerica
$176
$232
Infinity
$196
$265
Hallmark
$197
$255
Foremost
$221
$314
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: State Farm
Getting into an accident can affect your car insurance premium, especially if it results in a costly claim. Even if you weren’t fully responsible for the crash, you may still see an increased rate. If you have an at-fault accident on your record, getting new insurance quotes could help you find a cheaper policy.
If you’ve been accident-three for at least three years, you may be eligible for accident forgiveness coverage, which keeps your car insurance rates steady after your first at-fault accident.
Austin drivers with at-fault accidents on their motor vehicle records face average full-coverage costs of $372 per month and liability-only rates of $197. The following companies have the cheapest auto insurance for drivers in Austin with an at-fault accident.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Monday, July 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company
Clean Driving Record
With At-Fault Accident
State Farm
$37
$51
GEICO
$40
$56
Allstate
$53
$74
Mile Auto
$55
$82
Hugo
$58
$78
USAA
$66
$92
Nationwide
$83
$116
Mercury
$85
$125
Safeco
$86
$116
Midvale Home & Auto
$98
$144
Progressive
$99
$140
Dairyland
$105
$145
Chubb
$114
$159
Clearcover
$114
$169
National General
$121
$169
21st Century
$131
$186
Elephant
$132
$180
Direct Auto
$133
$189
Commonwealth Casualty
$137
$187
Liberty Mutual
$137
$207
The General
$140
$198
Bristol West
$151
$207
GAINSCO
$159
$213
State Auto
$174
$264
AssuranceAmerica
$176
$244
Infinity
$196
$269
Hallmark
$197
$264
Foremost
$221
$333
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 DWI: State Farm
A DWI is one of the most serious traffic violations. If you’re convicted of driving under the influence, you can expect to pay much more for your car insurance policy. Shopping around for new quotes can help you get a more affordable premium, but most car insurance companies charge high rates to drivers with a DWI.
In Austin, a DWI pushes average month rates to $421 for full coverage and $223 for liability-only insurance. Here are the car insurance companies with the cheapest average monthly premiums for Austin drivers with a DWI.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Monday, July 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company
Clean Driving Record
With DUI
State Farm
$37
$63
GEICO
$40
$68
Allstate
$53
$91
Mile Auto
$55
$84
Hugo
$58
$88
USAA
$66
$113
Nationwide
$83
$142
Mercury
$85
$131
Safeco
$86
$147
Midvale Home & Auto
$98
$167
Progressive
$99
$169
Dairyland
$105
$179
Chubb
$114
$195
Clearcover
$114
$195
National General
$121
$207
21st Century
$131
$224
Elephant
$132
$225
Direct Auto
$133
$227
Commonwealth Casualty
$137
$234
Liberty Mutual
$137
$234
The General
$140
$239
Bristol West
$151
$258
GAINSCO
$159
$272
State Auto
$174
$297
AssuranceAmerica
$176
$301
Infinity
$196
$335
Hallmark
$197
$336
Foremost
$221
$377
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: State Farm
Your age can affect your car insurance rates. Senior drivers often pay more expensive car insurance rates than middle-aged drivers. Although premiums tend to steadily decrease around the age of 35, they typically increase again for drivers around age 70.
Data shows that drivers 70 and older have higher fatal crash rates than middle-aged drivers, which could contribute to the higher cost of car insurance.[7]
Senior drivers in Austin see average monthly car insurance rates of $94 for liability-only coverage and $177 for full coverage. In the table below, you can see the cheapest car insurance companies in Austin for older drivers.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Monday, July 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company
Full Coverage
Liability Only
State Farm
$47
$27
GEICO
$53
$30
Allstate
$70
$40
Mile Auto
$81
$39
USAA
$88
$49
Hugo
$97
$39
Mercury
$102
$61
Clearcover
$108
$86
Progressive
$116
$66
Nationwide
$117
$58
Midvale Home & Auto
$129
$70
Safeco
$134
$66
Chubb
$136
$78
21st Century
$160
$92
Elephant
$166
$99
AssuranceAmerica
$167
$125
National General
$190
$89
Direct Auto
$195
$97
Dairyland
$203
$79
Liberty Mutual
$212
$104
Infinity
$222
$138
The General
$228
$107
Bristol West
$235
$114
State Auto
$242
$125
Commonwealth Casualty
$272
$102
GAINSCO
$272
$124
Hallmark
$332
$141
Foremost
$339
$162
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 teens: State Farm
Teen drivers pay the most expensive rates for car insurance. Newly licensed young drivers have the least amount of experience on the road, and they have higher rates of accidents than older drivers.[8]
On average, teen drivers in Austin pay $426 for full coverage and $226 for liability-only policies.
But teen drivers can still find ways to earn a more affordable rate for car insurance. Many insurance companies offer discounts for getting good grades in school, driving a safe vehicle, being away at college, and enrolling in a safe driver rewards program. Teens can also usually get cheaper insurance if they join a parent’s car insurance policy instead of buying their own. If you’re younger than 18, you’ll need the written consent of a parent or guardian to buy your own car insurance policy.
Below, you can see which Austin car insurance companies have the cheapest average quotes for teen drivers.
The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Monday, July 1 at 12:00 PM PDT.
Insurance Company
Full Coverage
Liability Only
State Farm
$109
$62
GEICO
$111
$62
Allstate
$160
$92
USAA
$192
$109
Mile Auto
$221
$106
Hugo
$250
$100
Mercury
$257
$153
Clearcover
$275
$219
Nationwide
$283
$141
Midvale Home & Auto
$307
$167
Progressive
$309
$177
Safeco
$357
$177
Elephant
$362
$215
Chubb
$364
$209
21st Century
$379
$217
AssuranceAmerica
$434
$323
Dairyland
$447
$173
The General
$476
$223
Direct Auto
$483
$240
National General
$497
$231
Liberty Mutual
$509
$249
Bristol West
$527
$254
Infinity
$572
$356
State Auto
$592
$306
GAINSCO
$612
$279
Commonwealth Casualty
$638
$239
Foremost
$812
$388
Hallmark
$813
$345
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.
Austin car insurance quotes by credit tier
In Texas, car insurance companies can use credit-based insurance scores, which means your credit score can affect your premium. Drivers with good credit scores typically pay lower rates than drivers with poor credit scores.
In the table below, you can see the average monthly full-coverage car insurance quotes in Austin based on credit tier.
Rates by Credit Tier
Disclaimer: Table data sourced from real-time quotes from Insurify's 50-plus partner insurance providers. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer's unique driver profile.
Is car insurance more expensive in Austin?
Compared to the national average cost of auto insurance, Austin is more expensive. On average, U.S. drivers pay $214 per month for full-coverage insurance and $105 per month for liability coverage. The average monthly rate for car insurance in Austin is $243 for full coverage and $129 for liability coverage.
Premiums can vary depending on your state, city, and ZIP code due to factors like population density, vehicle theft rates, accident rates, and more.
More cities in Texas
Because location is one of the factors that can affect the cost of auto insurance, certain cities and ZIP codes within Texas have higher and lower rates than others. For example, the average full-coverage rate in Houston is $324, compared to the Austin average of $243.
Below, you can see the average monthly quotes for some other Texas cities.
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.
Austin car insurance FAQs
Before deciding on a car insurance company, you should determine how much coverage you need and set your budget. The information below should help you navigate the process of finding cheap auto coverage in Austin, Texas.
How much is car insurance in Austin?
Austin drivers pay an overall average of $186 per month for car insurance. Full-coverage insurance averages $243 per month, while liability-only coverage is $129 per month. Your specific rate depends on your driving record, credit history, insurer, vehicle type, and more.
Which companies have the cheapest car insurance in Austin?
State Farm has the lowest car insurance rates in Austin, starting at $37 for liability-only policies and $65 for full coverage.
Austin drivers can also find cheap rates with GEICO and Allstate, which have monthly liability rates of $40 and $53, respectively.
What are the best car insurance companies in Austin?
With an Insurify Quality (IQ) Score of 9.3 and an A++ (Superior) financial strength rating from AM Best, State Farm is the best car insurance company in Austin. Other top insurers include GEICO, Allstate, and USAA.
Is car insurance high in Austin?
Drivers in Austin pay an overall average of $186 per month for auto coverage, which exceeds the national average of $160 per month and is similar to the Texas average of $185 per month. Still, Austin drivers pay less for coverage than residents of other Texas cities, such as including Dallas and Houston.
Is Texas a no-fault state?
No. Texas is an at-fault state. The driver responsible for the accident must cover the costs of vehicle damage and bodily injury they cause the other driver and their passengers. This includes medical expenses and vehicle repairs.
Methodology
Insurify data scientists analyzed more than 90 million quotes served to car insurance applicants in Insurify’s proprietary database to calculate the premium averages displayed on this page. These premiums are real quotes that come directly from Insurify’s 50+ partner insurance companies in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Quote averages represent the median price for a quote across the given coverage level, driver subset, and geographic area.
Unless otherwise specified, quoted rates reflect the average cost for drivers between 20 and 70 years old with a clean driving record and average or better credit (a credit score of 600 or higher).
Liability-only premium averages correspond to policies with the following coverage limits:
Bodily injury limits between state-minimum rates and $50,000 per person, $100,000 per accident
Property damage limits between $10,000 and $50,000
No additional coverage
Full-coverage premium averages correspond to the same bodily injury and property damage limits in addition to:
Comprehensive coverage with a $1,000 deductible
Collision coverage with a $1,000 deductible
Quotes for Allstate, Farmers, GEICO, State Farm, and USAA are estimates based on Quadrant Information Services’ database of auto insurance rates.
Elizabeth Rivelli is a freelance writer covering insurance and personal finance. She has extensive knowledge of various insurance lines, including property and casualty, health, and life insurance. Her byline has been featured in dozens of publications, including Investopedia, Forbes, Bankrate, NextAdvisor, and Insurance.com.
Edited byKatie PowersAuto and Life Insurance Editor
Katie PowersAuto and Life Insurance Editor
Licensed auto and home insurance agent
3+ years experience in insurance and personal finance editing
Katie uses her knowledge and expertise as a licensed property and casualty agent in Massachusetts to help readers understand the complexities of insurance shopping.
Mark FriedlanderDirector, Corporate Communications, Triple-I
Corporate communications director for Insurance Information Institute
20+ years in insurance and communications
As Director, Corporate Communications for Triple-I, Mark serves as the non-profit’s national spokesperson, sharing information and education on a wide array of insurance issues.
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