Cheapest Auto Insurance in Washington (2024)

Direct Auto has the cheapest liability insurance in Washington, with rates as low as $47 per month.

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Cheapest recent rates in Washington

Drivers in and around Washington have found policies from GEICO, Direct Auto, Safeco, and more, through Insurify in the last few days.

*Quotes generated for Insurify users from Washington within the last 10 days. Last updated on November 28, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.

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 November 28, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.

*Quotes generated for Insurify users from Washington within the last 10 days. Last updated on November 28, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.

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 November 28, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.

Drivers in Washington state pay slightly less for car insurance than the national average. Liability insurance in the Evergreen State costs an average of $76 per month, while the national average is $104 per month.

The relatively low average cost of insurance isn’t surprising, considering Washington has a low population density of 116 people per square mile.[1] Drivers in areas with higher population density typically face a higher risk of vehicle accidents and property damage.

Here’s what drivers in Washington state need to know about comparing auto coverage options and finding the best insurance coverage at the right price.

Quick Facts
  • Direct Auto, State Farm, and USAA have the cheapest liability coverage in Washington.

  • The average cost of full-coverage insurance in Washington is $153 per month, which is lower than the national average of $204.

  • Washington has the 12th-highest percentage of uninsured drivers in the country, at 16.5%.[2]

3 of the cheapest car insurance companies in Washington

The cheapest car insurance company will look different for each driver because insurers use a variety of factors to determine your car insurance rates, including your driving history, marital status, ZIP code, credit-based insurance score, location, coverage level, and vehicle.

The best way to find the right insurance company for you is to compare quotes from multiple insurers. State Farm, USAA, and GEICO have some of the lowest average rates in Washington, so you may want to begin your search with these companies.

Insurance Company
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Full Coverage
Liability Only
Best For
State Farm9.3$119$52Cheap rates
USAA9.4$121$53Military members and veterans
GEICO9.0$146$64Discounts
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Best insurer for cheap rates: State Farm

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4.2
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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.
$52/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.
$119/mo
4.2
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How drivers feel about State Farm

Drivers appreciate the helpful local agents and initial service but dislike the high prices and frequent rate increases.

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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.

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Best For
Customer service
Competitive rates
Discounts for safe drivers
Reviews (4,989)

Mary

November 26, 2024

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Life

It's just fine. However, like everything else, costs just keep going up. I'm looking for a way to save more as living paycheck to paycheck is not fun.

Robert

November 26, 2024

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Claimed

State Farm helped me quickly when UPS totaled my motorcycle and paid it FAST.

Donald

November 26, 2024

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No Bargains Here, Just Premium Increases

Way too expensive.
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842
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0.78
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Why we picked this company

State Farm is the largest auto insurance company by market share.[3] Not only does the company offer affordable rates and a variety of discounts, but it also has a robust list of coverage options, including car rental and travel expenses, roadside assistance, medical payments, and rideshare coverage.

State Farm also ranks above the regional average for customer satisfaction in the Northwest, according to the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Auto Insurance Study.

Pros
  • Offers rideshare coverage

  • Discount programs specifically tailored to young drivers

Cons
  • Doesn’t offer gap insurance

  • Must purchase a policy through State Farm agent

Best for military members and veterans: USAA

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4.9
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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.
$53/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.
$121/mo
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How drivers feel about USAA

Drivers appreciate the ease of working with the carrier, competitive rates, and responsive service but dislike the price increases and lack of rideshare add-ons in some areas.

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Best For
Members of the military community
Outstanding customer service
Competitive rates
How drivers feel about USAA

Drivers appreciate the ease of working with the carrier, competitive rates, and responsive service but dislike the price increases and lack of rideshare add-ons in some areas.

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Best For
Members of the military community
Outstanding customer service
Competitive rates
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Susan

November 25, 2024

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New to USAA

I have had limited contact with USAA since I started working with them. I wish my car insurance and homeowners policy were less expensive. I drive less than 50 miles a week and feel I am paying too much.

Andrew

November 25, 2024

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Great Insurance but Expensive

The customer service and claims process are outstanding.

Arnie

November 25, 2024

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Ratings

I have been with them for 50 years.
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1.35
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Why we picked this company

USAA has been serving members of the military and their families for more than 100 years. The Evergreen State has a high veteran population, with around 500,000 veterans. USAA provides a high level of customer service, and the company has the highest score on the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Auto Insurance Study in the Northwest region.

Pros
  • Has usage-based insurance options

  • Offers banking and investment products in addition to insurance

Cons
  • No gap insurance

  • Only available to military members, veterans, and their families

Best for discounts: GEICO

User Reviews
4.0
IQ Score
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9.0 /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.
$64/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.
$146/mo
4.0
Best choiceBased on 10302 verified guest reviews and ratings
How drivers feel about GEICO

Drivers appreciate the excellent customer service and initial low prices but dislike the frequent price increases.

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Best For
Teen drivers
Cheap rates
Accident forgiveness
How drivers feel about GEICO

Drivers appreciate the excellent customer service and initial low prices but dislike the frequent price increases.

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Best For
Teen drivers
Cheap rates
Accident forgiveness
Reviews (5,664)

Elijah

November 27, 2024

Verified Review

Disappointed

Although you may have a 6-month policy, your rates are subject to change monthly.

Vickie

November 27, 2024

Verified Review

Experience with Geico

I have been with Geico for quite a while and I believe if insurance can be cheaper, they should adjust their prices accordingly. Otherwise, I might consider switching to another company.

Douglas

November 26, 2024

Verified Review

Watch Out

Be careful. They increase the rates every six months.
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NAIC Index
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0.74
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

Budget-conscious Washington drivers may want to check out GEICO auto insurance. GEICO has a wide variety of discount options. According to the insurer’s own estimation, each discount could save drivers upwards of 25%. And with the large list of discounts available, drivers can potentially stack multiple discounts on top of each other for more savings.

Pros
  • Award-winning mobile app and website

  • Many available discounts

Cons
  • Below-average J.D. Power customer satisfaction rating in the Northwest region

  • Limited agent network

How to get the cheapest car insurance in Washington

Finding cheap car insurance isn’t like other types of comparison shopping. The cheapest companies won’t be the same for every driver because each insurer bases your rates on a variety of factors, including the type of coverage you choose, your driving record, and your vehicle, as well as your age, gender, marital status, and location.

Customers can potentially lower the cost of their insurance policy by using these strategies:

  • Drive safely. A clean driving record is one of the most effective methods of keeping your rate low.

  • Bundle insurance products. The best auto insurance companies often offer other types of insurance, like homeowners insurance, life insurance, business insurance, and umbrella insurance. Getting all your necessary insurance coverage through a single insurer will often unlock money-saving discounts.

  • Increase your deductible. Your deductible is the money you’re responsible for paying before your coverage pays for a claim. A higher deductible means paying lower premiums — although you want to make sure you have enough money to cover the higher deductible in case of a car accident. Remember, you’ll have to pay the deductible before the insurance company pays for your property damage.

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Cheapest liability-only car insurance in Washington: Direct Auto

Liability-only car insurance is the minimum coverage you need to drive legally in Washington. This car insurance policy includes bodily injury liability and property damage liability coverage. Liability-only car insurance pays for medical expenses stemming from an accident you caused and pays to repair or replace the other party’s damaged property.

Washington drivers pay an average of $76 per month for liability insurance. The following insurance companies offer the best car insurance at the lowest prices for drivers looking for liability-only coverage.

The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM PDT
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Insurance Company
Average Monthly Quote
Direct Auto$47
State Farm$52
USAA$53
GEICO$64
Allstate$69
American Family$78
Safeco$79
Nationwide$81
National General$83
Chubb$87
Farmers$92
The General$97
Travelers$107
Foremost$118
Dairyland$122
Bristol West$127
Liberty Mutual$156
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 Washington: Direct Auto

Liability-only coverage may offer the cheapest car insurance rates, but it often doesn’t offer enough coverage. Full-coverage car insurance includes the minimum liability coverage but also adds collision coverage and comprehensive coverage to your policy for vehicle protection.

Washington doesn’t require drivers to purchase full-coverage insurance, but people who drive leased or financed vehicles may have to carry this kind of insurance policy as a condition of their financing.

The average cost of full-coverage car insurance is higher than liability-only coverage. In Washington, drivers pay $153 per month for full coverage, on average.

The following companies have some of the cheapest Washington car insurance options for full-coverage policies.

The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM PDT
Data reviewed by Konstantin Halachev
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  • 7+ years experience in data analysis

  • Ph.D. in Computational Biology

Konstantin has led data teams across multiple industries, including insurance, travel, and biology. He’s led Insurify’s engineering team for more than three years.

Insurance Company
Average Monthly Quote
Direct Auto$77
State Farm$119
USAA$121
Safeco$126
GEICO$146
National General$148
Allstate$157
Liberty Mutual$159
The General$175
American Family$179
Nationwide$184
Chubb$199
Farmers$209
Travelers$244
Dairyland$275
Bristol West$290
Foremost$325
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 in Washington

Drivers in and around Washington have found policies from Direct Auto, National General, Safeco, and more, through Insurify in the last few days.

*Quotes generated for Insurify users within the last 10 days. Last updated on November 28, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.

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 November 28, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.

*Quotes generated for Insurify users within the last 10 days. Last updated on November 28, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.

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 November 28, 2024. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.

Car insurance requirements in Washington

Under state law, Washington follows a “pure comparative fault” rule. This means each party in an accident will have a degree of negligence that determines their financial responsibility in case of a lawsuit. If you cause an accident, you’re responsible for the other driver’s resulting damage and loss.[4]

Drivers in Washington state must carry a minimum level of liability insurance, including bodily injury and property damage liability. The table below shows the required minimum insurance levels.[5]

Coverage
Minimum Requirements
Bodily injury liability$25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident
Property damage liability$10,000 per accident

You don’t need to carry more than the above coverage levels. But you can add the following types of car insurance to your policy for additional protection in case of an at-fault accident or other problems on the road:

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    Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage

    If you’re in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver, this coverage pays for your damages. Considering the high percentage of uninsured drivers in Washington state, you may want to purchase uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage.

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    Personal injury protection (PIP) coverage

    If you incur an injury in an accident, PIP insurance covers your medical and related non-medical bills, regardless of fault.

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    Collision coverage

    If you have an accident, collision insurance covers the cost of repairing any physical damage to your vehicle.

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    Comprehensive coverage

    Your car is vulnerable to more than just accidents. If anything other than a collision damages your car — including animals, severe weather, or vandalism — comprehensive insurance pays to repair it.

Cheapest car insurance for drivers with an incident

If you have a clean driving history, you’re more likely to qualify for the best rates. But if you have any traffic violations on your record, such as a speeding ticket, DUI, or at-fault accident, insurers will consider you to be a high-risk driver, and you’ll generally pay higher rates.

But high-risk drivers can still find reasonable prices with the right auto insurance companies by comparing coverage options. Washington drivers with an incident on their record pay an average of $102 per month for liability coverage and $204 for full-coverage insurance.

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Cheapest car insurance for drivers with a speeding ticket: Direct Auto

Insurers are more likely to consider you a high-risk driver if you receive a speeding ticket because it shows you’re more likely to file a claim than someone who regularly follows the speed limit.

In Washington, the average premium for drivers with a speeding ticket is $228 for full coverage and $113 for liability-only coverage. If you have a speeding ticket on your driving record, start your search below for the best car insurance company for your needs. The rates below reflect liability insurance costs.

The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM PDT
Data reviewed by Konstantin Halachev
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Insurance Company
Clean Driving Record
With Speeding Ticket
Direct Auto$47$63
State Farm$52$69
USAA$53$71
GEICO$64$86
Allstate$69$93
American Family$78$105
Safeco$79$108
Nationwide$81$110
National General$83$112
Chubb$87$119
Farmers$92$123
The General$97$133
Travelers$107$145
Foremost$118$170
Dairyland$122$164
Bristol West$127$172
Liberty Mutual$156$225
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: Direct Auto

Insurers in Washington may consider drivers with at-fault accidents on their records to be high-risk drivers because they’re more likely to make a claim. After an accident, you can generally expect to pay higher rates for your car insurance premiums — at least until you’ve re-established a clean and accident-free driving history.

The average cost of car insurance for Washington drivers with a past accident is $117 for liability and $235 for full coverage. To find the best deal on car insurance costs after an at-fault accident, check out liability rates from the following insurers.

The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM PDT
Data reviewed by Konstantin Halachev
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  • Ph.D. in Computational Biology

Konstantin has led data teams across multiple industries, including insurance, travel, and biology. He’s led Insurify’s engineering team for more than three years.

Insurance Company
Clean Driving Record
With Accident
Direct Auto$47$67
State Farm$52$72
USAA$53$74
GEICO$64$90
Allstate$69$97
American Family$78$110
Safeco$79$110
Nationwide$81$115
National General$83$116
Chubb$87$123
Farmers$92$129
The General$97$138
Travelers$107$151
Foremost$118$176
Dairyland$122$170
Bristol West$127$178
Liberty Mutual$156$233
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: Direct Auto

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious traffic offense that can endanger you and anyone else on the road. Insurers take this kind of violation very seriously. Some companies will even drop coverage for any driver convicted of a DUI since such drivers are more likely to file a claim.

In Washington, drivers with a past DUI pay $132 per month for liability insurance and $265 for full-coverage insurance, on average.

Compare liability insurance rates for drivers with clean records and people with a DUI in the table below.

The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM PDT
Data reviewed by Konstantin Halachev
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  • 7+ years experience in data analysis

  • Ph.D. in Computational Biology

Konstantin has led data teams across multiple industries, including insurance, travel, and biology. He’s led Insurify’s engineering team for more than three years.

Insurance Company
Clean Driving Record
With DUI
Direct Auto$47$79
State Farm$52$88
USAA$53$90
GEICO$64$108
Allstate$69$117
American Family$78$132
Safeco$79$124
Nationwide$81$137
National General$83$140
Chubb$87$147
Farmers$92$156
The General$97$164
Travelers$107$181
Foremost$118$200
Dairyland$122$206
Bristol West$127$215
Liberty Mutual$156$264
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: Direct Auto

Auto insurance rates tend to decrease with age for drivers with clean records between ages 35 and 69. Rates often increase again for drivers 70 and older. Even though senior drivers have plenty of experience behind the wheel, insurance companies increase rates to reflect aging-related risk factors.

On average, senior drivers in Washington pay $54 per month for liability insurance and $108 for full-coverage insurance. Find the cheapest insurers for senior drivers in the table below.

The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM PDT
Data reviewed by Konstantin Halachev
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  • 7+ years experience in data analysis

  • Ph.D. in Computational Biology

Konstantin has led data teams across multiple industries, including insurance, travel, and biology. He’s led Insurify’s engineering team for more than three years.

Insurance Company
Full Coverage
Liability Only
State Farm$85$37
USAA$90$39
Safeco$100$63
National General$104$59
GEICO$108$47
Allstate$117$51
Liberty Mutual$124$122
Nationwide$127$56
American Family$130$57
The General$131$73
Chubb$134$58
Farmers$151$66
Travelers$176$77
Dairyland$203$90
Bristol West$215$94
Foremost$241$87
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: Direct Auto

Teen drivers have the highest premium rates of any age group because teenagers are new to driving and more likely to behave impulsively behind the wheel. Teens account for a disproportionate percentage of crashes and fatalities on the road.

Teen drivers can use several strategies to reduce the cost of auto insurance. Start with the tips below:

  • Maintain your GPA. A number of insurers provide discounts to teen drivers who get good grades.

  • Drive a practical car. Insurers often charge lower rates for safe cars, and parents and teen drivers can find a list of affordable cars that are suitable for new drivers on the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety website.[6]

  • Join your parents’ insurance policy. This will be much less expensive than if the teen driver gets their own insurance policy.

COUNTRY Financial has the lowest rates for teen drivers in the U.S., with an average cost of $45 per month for full coverage. Here are some of the cheapest options for teenage drivers in Washington.

The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Friday, November 1 at 12:00 PM PDT
Data reviewed by Konstantin Halachev
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Konstantin HalachevVP of Engineering & Data Science
  • 7+ years experience in data analysis

  • Ph.D. in Computational Biology

Konstantin has led data teams across multiple industries, including insurance, travel, and biology. He’s led Insurify’s engineering team for more than three years.

Insurance Company
Full Coverage
Liability Only
USAA$212$93
State Farm$213$93
GEICO$244$107
Safeco$252$158
Liberty Mutual$285$279
The General$291$161
Allstate$292$128
National General$303$170
American Family$323$141
Nationwide$335$147
Farmers$381$168
Chubb$396$173
Travelers$460$202
Dairyland$464$206
Bristol West$510$223
Foremost$602$218
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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Washington car insurance quotes by credit tier

Washington State Insurance Commissioner Mike Kriedler attempted to ban insurance companies from using credit-based insurance scores to help determine premium prices in 2022, but a judge overturned the ban in the same year. This means Washington insurers can still consider your credit while setting your insurance rates.[7]

Insurers have found that drivers with poor credit are more likely to file insurance claims, while drivers with good or excellent credit are less likely to do so.

Here are the average monthly rates for full-coverage auto insurance by credit tier in Washington state.

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.

Washington car insurance FAQs

Before you start shopping around for auto coverage, you should determine how much car insurance you need. The following information should help you navigate the insurance-buying process in Washington.

  • How much is car insurance in Washington?

    The average cost of car insurance in Washington is $76 per month for liability insurance and $153 for full-coverage car insurance. Ultimately, how much you pay for your auto coverage will depend on your driving record, age, chosen coverage, ZIP code, and more.

  • Who has the cheapest car insurance in Washington?

    With a liability insurance rate of $47 per month, Direct Auto is the cheapest car insurance company in Washington. State Farm and USAA also have affordable liability insurance, at $52 and $53 per month, respectively. The best way to find cheap car insurance is to compare quotes from multiple companies.

  • What are the best car insurance companies in Washington?

    With an AM Best financial strength rating of A++ (Superior), an Insurify Quality (IQ) Score of 9.3 out of 5, and high customer satisfaction, State Farm is the best car insurance company in Washington. The average cost of car insurance from State Farm in Washington is $52 for liability insurance and $119 for full-coverage insurance. Other top insurers include USAA and GEICO.

  • How can you qualify for cheap car insurance in Washington?

    The best way to find cheap insurance is to compare quotes from multiple auto insurance companies. You can also typically save on coverage by bundling your auto insurance with other insurance products, like life or home insurance, and qualifying for discounts. Increasing your deductibles for collision and comprehensive insurance can also decrease your premium.

  • What are the minimum car insurance requirements in Washington state?

    Drivers in Washington state must carry at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident in bodily injury liability and $10,000 per accident in property damage liability coverage.

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.

Sources

  1. U.S. Census Bureau. "QuickFacts Washington."
  2. Insurance Information Institute. "Facts + Statistics: Uninsured motorists."
  3. National Association of Insurance Commissioners. "2023 Property and Casualty Market Share."
  4. NOLO. "Washington Car Accident Laws."
  5. Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. "Washington state's mandatory auto/motorcycle insurance law."
  6. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. "IIHS, Consumer Reports update teen vehicle recommendations for 2023."
  7. The Seattle Times. "Washington judge overturns insurance rate credit scoring ban."
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Emily Guy Birken is a former educator, lifelong money nerd, and a Plutus Award-winning freelance writer who specializes in the scientific research behind irrational money behaviors. Her background in education allows her to make complex financial topics relatable and easily understood by the layperson.

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