7 Best Car Insurance Companies (May 2024)

State Farm, American Family, and NJM are among the best car insurance companies for their high customer satisfaction and affordable rates.

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Quick Facts
  • State Farm is our best overall choice for its low rates and great customer service.

  • NJM is a regional insurer but has excellent ratings and affordable rates.

  • American Family has more than 18 discounts that can help lower premiums.

The cheapest car insurance doesn’t always equal the best car insurance. Finding the right auto insurance means considering your lifestyle, driving habits, coverage needs, and budget, but these insurers show it’s possible to find low rates without sacrificing quality.

Finding the best car insurance company for you can be time-consuming, but comparing rates will always help you find the best fit. Insurify analyzed 155 insurance companies, considered 19 data points on factors like financial strength, customer satisfaction, and affordability, and chose our top seven so you know where to start as you’re looking for coverage.

Best car insurance companies

The best insurance company for you depends on your needs, but we prioritized a quality customer experience and affordable premiums. Our editorial team reviewed company complaint information, customer satisfaction rates, financial strength, and availability. Affordability strongly factors into our analysis, so these insurers also have competitive average rates below the monthly national averages of $104 for liability-only and $215 for full-coverage car insurance.

CompanyIQ Score
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Best For
State Farm4.7Overall
American Family4.7Discount seekers
Nationwide4.4Low-mileage drivers
GEICO4.4Drivers with an incident
Travelers4.5Young drivers
USAA4.6Military members
NJM4.6Mid-Atlantic region drivers
  • Our editorial team spent 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. Criteria are weighted 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 5 scale based on five categories: financial ratings, customer satisfaction, affordability, customer support and transparency, and availability. We update ratings once a year or as more recent information becomes available.

    • Third-party financial ratings: We use 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 20,000 customer reviews across 155 car insurance companies. We also considered 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 United States, 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 identified the number of states in which insurers offer coverage and company size by market share to score availability and reach.

State Farm: Best overall car insurance

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4.6
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
842
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.
$115/mo

State Farm is our best overall insurer because it ranks highly for customer service and offers some of the best rates and multiple discounts. Its car insurance rates are well below the monthly national average, per Insurify data.

State Farm received the best customer satisfaction and insurance shopping experience ratings from consumer insights agency J.D. Power in 2023.[1][2] It’s widely available as the largest U.S. insurer by market share and has a below-average company complaint index, according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).

Pros
  • High rates of customer satisfaction

  • Rideshare insurance available

Cons
  • No gap insurance offering

  • May not be the cheapest choice for drivers with violations

Read our State Farm review
Marie - May 15, 2024
Verified

Terrible

If you have a claim, they will drop you.

Mike - May 15, 2024
Verified

Increased Monthly Premium

There isn't much customer loyalty; discounts are negligible.

Charles - May 15, 2024
Verified

Good but Pricey

The price went up 36% this year and 15% last year, but the coverage is good and the claims seem to be fair. I use insurance that is better than the state requirements.

American Family: Best for discount seekers

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4.5
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
840
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.
$76/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.
$173/mo

American Family offers 18 discounts, the most out of our top insurers. Drivers can secure more savings with standard options like multi-vehicle, good student, and good driving discounts. American Family also offers generational, young volunteer, low-mileage, auto-pay, and loyalty discounts.

Though American Family only offers insurance in 19 states, it’s known for its quality customer service, affordable rates, and many discounts. It has a low company complaint index with the NAIC and ranks highly for customer satisfaction and insurance shopping experience, according to J.D. Power.

American Family has competitive average rates, Insurify data shows, and drivers who take advantage of available discounts can save even more on their premiums.

Pros
  • High rates of customer satisfaction

  • Numerous discount and coverage options

Cons
  • Only available in 18 states

  • Rates are merely moderate compared to other insurers

Read our American Family review
Leon - May 13, 2024
Verified

They Will Drop Your Coverage After One Major Claim

I had three home and three car insurance policies with them, and they cancelled one home insurance after a claim.

Teresa - May 13, 2024
Verified

Poor

They are very expensive and raise your premiums significantly every year.

Keith - April 12, 2024
Verified

Horrible

They are uncaring, overpriced, and rude.

Nationwide: Best for low-mileage drivers

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4.4
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
815
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.
$84/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.
$184/mo

If you drive infrequently or only short distances, a pay-per-mile program like Nationwide’s SmartMiles could be a good fit. We chose Nationwide because it’s the most widely available pay-per-mile program and ranks higher than other usage-based insurers, like MetroMile and Mile Auto.

Nationwide’s example driver would pay $133 per month for a traditional policy but would pay $95 with SmartMiles, which includes a $60 base rate and $0.07 per-mile rate for 500 miles per month.[3]

Customer reviews are mixed, but it ranks third among large insurers for shopping experience and has a below-average company complaint index, according to J.D. Power and the NAIC, respectively.

Pros
  • Numerous discount and savings opportunities

  • SmartRide (for safe drivers) and SmartMiles (for low-mileage drivers)

Cons
  • Not available in every state

  • Some discounts and programs not available in all states

Read our Nationwide review
Dawn - May 13, 2024
Verified

Undecided

At the time, I didn't think I would qualify due to my credit, but now I'd like to try and see with all the grants available. Thanks.

Donald - May 13, 2024
Verified

Excellent

Great service.

Salvatore - May 13, 2024
Verified

Awesome

It's the lowest I've seen so far.

GEICO: Best for drivers with an incident

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4.4
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
835
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.
$54/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.
$118/mo

GEICO offers competitive rates, period. But its average insurance premiums for high-risk drivers are less than half the national average for that category, Insurify data shows. Drivers with an incident pay an average of $62 monthly for minimum coverage and $135 for full-coverage insurance.

GEICO can also file SR-22 or FR-44 forms with state motor vehicle departments on your behalf, and it offers numerous discounts that can further lower your premium. GEICO, the third-largest U.S. auto insurer by market share,[4] is available in all 50 states, offers multiple insurance products, and scores high for customer satisfaction and financial strength, making it a popular choice for auto insurance.

Pros
  • Good rates for good drivers, seniors, and young drivers

  • Accident forgiveness available

Cons
  • High rates for drivers with certain violations, like DUIs

  • No rideshare or new car replacement coverage available

Read our GEICO review
Julie - May 15, 2024
Verified

Overpriced

My rate increased from $50 in Mississippi to $180 in Texas. This is outrageous!

William - May 15, 2024
Verified

Not the Cheapest, But Worth Every Dime

You can drop AAA if you have it. They cover emergency road assistance as well as glass replacement.

Nancy - May 15, 2024
Verified

Good for Claims, Unsatisfactory for Price

The price keeps changing without any notice or explanation.

Travelers: Best for young drivers

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4.5
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
829
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.
$89/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.
$195/mo

Travelers’ competitive rates and student discounts make it a great choice for young drivers. Travelers’ rates for teen drivers aren’t the cheapest out there, but they’re still below the national average for that age group, at $160 for liability only and $350 for full coverage.

Teens can lower their premiums further with good student and driver training discounts, and families with teen drivers attending school more than 100 miles away can qualify for a discount. Travelers ranks highly for financial strength and received average scores for customer satisfaction, shopping experience, and complaints, according to AM Best, J.D. Power, and the NAIC.

Pros
  • Accident forgiveness available

  • Robust coverage selections and discount offerings

Cons
  • Rideshare coverage only available in Colorado and Illinois

  • High number of negative customer reviews with the Better Business Bureau

Read our Travelers review
Arden - May 15, 2024
Verified

Ridiculously High

This is a competitive company. My experience has been good. I purchased a new vehicle this past month. However, I think that my rate being raised from $189.00 for home and auto to around $370 is ridiculous, new vehicle or not.

Nancy - May 10, 2024
Verified

Do Not Do Business with Travelers Insurance

I would advise anyone seeking a recommendation not to do business with Travelers Insurance. I consider them to be a disreputable company. I had both my home and car insured with them and had no claims on either policy. However, they chose not to renew my homeowner's insurance. What's worse, they informed the mortgage company weeks before they informed me! They cited the reason as branches overhanging my roof. There were a couple of small branches from a neighbor's pine tree resting on the gutter. They did not give me any opportunity to correct this issue. I believe this was a malicious act.

Raymond Gary - April 21, 2024
Verified

Disappointed with the Outcome

We had a very minor collision while waiting at a traffic light. The vehicle in front of us claimed we crept forward. Since there was very little damage (none to our car), we submitted the claim. To our surprise, we found that the other driver reported $3000 worth of damage to the rear of his car, with the only visible damage being a cracked piece of chrome trim at the base of the hatch. We called Travelers immediately, warning them that it was a scam. They seemed indifferent and said they would pay the claim. This could be one of the reasons why insurance rates are so expensive.

USAA: Best for members of the military community

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IQ Score
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4.7
JD Power
J.D. Power data measures overall customer satisfaction and claims satisfaction based on a 1,000-point scale.
880
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.
$45/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.
$99/mo

USAA offers insurance products only to active-duty military members, veterans, and their families, but it has some of the cheapest rates. While some other insurers, like GEICO, offer discounts to military personnel, USAA is the only one that exclusively sells policies to military members. It’s especially competitive for good drivers and offers special discounts, like for living on a military base.

Average monthly rates for USAA car insurance are less than half the national averages, Insurify data shows. USAA scores well for customer satisfaction and shopping experience with J.D. Power. Customer reviews are mixed though,[5] and it has an above-average number of complaints with the NAIC.

Pros
  • Low premiums

  • SafePilot program rewards good driving with up to 30% discount

Cons
  • Only available to active-duty military, veterans, military spouses, or children of service members or veterans

  • No 24/7 customer phone support

Read our USAA review
Richard - May 15, 2024
Verified

Simply the Best

Outstanding in every way.

James - May 14, 2024
Verified

Compliance with Florida Law

I recently sold my Lexus and attempted to remove it from my insurance policy. I was told that I first had to surrender the plates and registration, which I had already done in compliance with Florida law. I believe this should reduce my monthly insurance payment.

Herb - May 14, 2024
Verified

Frustration

It's hard to get them to access my accounts - it's also difficult to set up passwords.

NJM: Best for mid-Atlantic region drivers

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4.7
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+
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.
$35/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.
$55/mo

NJM offers insurance products only in Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, but if you live in one of those states, NJM is a great choice. NJM consistently has some of the lowest rates, according to Insurify data, but that doesn’t mean customers sacrifice quality. Its average monthly rates are a third of the national average. It has a very low NAIC complaint index, excellent customer reviews, and an A+ (Superior) financial strength rating from AM Best.

Pros
  • High scores from J.D. Power for customer satisfaction

  • Numerous discounts available to help lower rate

Cons
  • Only available in five states

  • Cheaper rates may be available elsewhere

Read our NJ Manufacturers review
Mary - May 14, 2024
Verified

Not Cheap!

NJM has significantly raised my rates almost every year I've had their insurance. I have never filed a claim with NJM. I have been rear-ended in New Jersey but have never had an accident that was my fault. I am tired of, in effect, paying for other people's poor driving. The only time I requested something from NJM (to change my payment date), they refused. The only way I could avoid raised rates, just once, was to reduce my coverage, and now I can't reduce it further. Since I have never filed a claim with the company, I can't evaluate their claim handling, but I can testify that they have no intention of rewarding safe drivers with better rates, or at least not continually raising rates on safe drivers! I am looking for a less expensive company.

How to find the best car insurance for you

Lifestyle and unique driver profiles factor significantly into what the best car insurance would be for you. These are some things to consider as you look for the right policy:

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    Coverage levels

    The legally required minimum liability coverage differs by state, but insurance professionals generally recommend buying more than the minimum liability for greater financial protection. And if you lease or finance your car, your leasing company or lender will require you to have full coverage. Research to understand what you do and don’t need.

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    Discounts

    Most insurers offer discounts for bundling policies, insuring multiple vehicles, driving safely, and more. Look for an insurer with discounts that apply to you. You may qualify for multiple discounts that could add up to significant savings.

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    Driving habits

    Your driving record affects your rates, and whether you have a clean record or a history of incidents will inform which insurer is right for you. If you don’t drive much or very far, a pay-per-mile or pay-as-you-go car insurance policy might be the best option.

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    Location

    Where you live affects your premiums. Factors like population density and accident, fatality, and vehicle crime rates can affect the price of car insurance. Regional insurers in your state may offer competitive rates and discounts, so it can pay to look locally.

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    Comparing quotes

    Shopping around can help you find the right coverage, discounts, and insurers for your needs.

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Best car insurance company by state

Car insurance rates and available discounts can vary from state to state, so comparing quotes will help you sort through national and regional insurance companies to find the best policy for you. For this table, we chose insurers with competitive rates, superior coverage options, ample discounts, good financial strength, and customer service to identify the best cheap car insurance rates for each state.

  • Our editorial team spent 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. Criteria are weighted 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 5 scale based on five categories: financial ratings, customer satisfaction, affordability, customer support and transparency, and availability. We update ratings once a year or as more recent information becomes available.

    • Third-party financial ratings: We use 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 20,000 customer reviews across 155 car insurance companies. We also considered 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 United States, 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 identified the number of states in which insurers offer coverage and company size by market share to score availability and reach.

Average cost of car insurance

The average cost of car insurance is increasing. Rates rose by 24% in 2023, and Insurify predicts another 7% increase in 2024. The current national averages are $104 per month for liability only and $215 for full coverage.

While the national average is increasing, rates vary widely among insurers and across geographic areas. Many drivers can get much lower rates, so it’s always worth comparing quotes if you’re looking for the cheapest car insurance. These are the national average liability-only and full-coverage car insurance rates by insurer.

The below rates are estimated rates current as of: Thursday, May 16 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 CompanyLiability OnlyFull Coverage
COUNTRY Financial2043
NJM3555
Auto-Owners3881
USAA4599
Hugo5062
State Farm53115
GEICO54118
Erie5593
Mile Auto60113
Allstate62136
Safeco71130
Metromile74117
American Family76173
National General77162
Progressive80137
Mercury83156
Nationwide84184
Dairyland84231
Clearcover86142
CSAA87134
Root87127
Travelers89195
State Auto95191
Liberty Mutual99212
Direct Auto100197
Elephant100183
Anchor104281
Shelter108198
Farmers110247
The Hartford112177
The General114245
Chubb115246
Commonwealth Casualty118310
21st Century121264
GAINSCO123274
AssuranceAmerica123215
Bristol West129285
Foremost137280
Amica172283
Infinity192277

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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.

Why is car insurance so expensive?

Numerous factors, including the rising cost of repairs, more severe car accidents,[6] and increasingly extreme weather events, contributed to record losses for insurers. Regional legislation and insurance fraud may have also led to higher rates in New York, Nevada, and Florida, the most expensive states for car insurance, per Insurify data.

Car insurance is also becoming less affordable: Rates increased 638% more than wages in 2023, and low-income states were hit hardest, Insurify research shows. Drivers in Mississippi, the lowest-income state in the country, spend 3.4% of their income on car insurance, while Utah drivers spend 1.8%, according to an Insurify analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data.

With many factors influencing premiums, it’s a good idea to compare car insurance quotes to find coverage that fits your needs.

How much car insurance coverage you need

State laws require minimum liability coverage in every state but New Hampshire, and even then there are some financial requirements. You need to buy at least your state’s minimum coverage, but if you want more financial protection in the event of an accident or weather damage, you’ll need to purchase more coverage.

If you finance or lease your vehicle like most U.S. drivers, your lender will require full coverage. Drivers with rare or higher-value cars may want additional protection even if they own the car outright, because repairs will be more specialized and expensive.

Types of car insurance coverage

Here are some common coverage options so you know what you need and don’t pay for what you don’t.

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    Liability only

    This covers bodily injury and property damage you cause to someone else. Every state but New Hampshire requires some amount of liability coverage.

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    Full coverage

    This typically includes collision and comprehensive coverage in addition to liability insurance. Collision covers damage to your car in an accident, even if you’re at fault, and comprehensive covers damage to your car from non-collision incidents.

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    Uninsured/underinsured motorist

    Uninsured motorist coverage pays for damage from hit-and-run accidents and protects you if the at-fault driver has no coverage. Underinsured motorist coverage protects you if the at-fault driver has too little coverage to pay for your injuries and damages.

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    Personal injury protection (PIP)

    This typically covers medical expenses, lost wages, and funeral expenses for you and your passengers, no matter who’s at fault. If you live in a no-fault state, PIP may be part of your minimum coverage requirements.

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    Medical payments (MedPay)

    This add-on helps pay for medical and funeral expenses for you and your passenger in an accident, even if you’re at fault.

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    Guaranteed asset protection (gap)

    Gap insurance covers the difference between your outstanding loan or lease balance and your claim payout if your car is declared a total loss following an accident.

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    Accident forgiveness coverage

    This insurance add-on can prevent your premium from increasing after your first at-fault accident.

State-minimum vs. full coverage

Car insurance ideally protects you financially when something unexpected happens, whether it’s an accident or a flood. The right coverage for you depends on your budget and financial flexibility, location, driving history, and type of vehicle.

If you practice safe driving habits, live in a less populated area, drive a paid-off vehicle, and have the assets to cover significant unexpected expenses, a liability-only policy could be a good option to save money. If you live in an area prone to natural disasters, lease or finance your vehicle, or live in an area with high accident or vehicle crime rates, then a full-coverage policy with comprehensive insurance will ensure you’re not paying out of pocket if a weather event damages your car.

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Best car insurance FAQs

If you’re not quite ready to begin comparing car insurance quotes or to call an agent, here’s some more information to answer your questions and help you find the best car insurance.

  • What is the best car insurance?

    Comparing quotes will help you find the best choice for you, but State Farm is our pick for best overall insurer for its competitive rates and excellent customer service. It ranks at the top in 26 states. American Family has 18 discounts, so you can qualify for more savings on top of its already affordable rates. If you’re a driver in the mid-Atlantic region, NJM has quality customer service and consistently low rates.

  • What is the cheapest car insurance?

    The cheapest car insurance rates are typically for liability-only policies, but it’s still possible to find full-coverage rates below the national average. The cheapest car insurance companies are COUNTRY Financial, NJM, and Auto-Owners. Their liability-only rates start at $20, $35, and $38 per month, respectively. Qualifying for discounts will also help you get the least expensive rates.

  • Which company has the best car insurance for teens?

    Travelers is a great choice for teen drivers on their own policy. Though some regional insurers offer more competitive rates, Travelers’ rates are still below the national average for teen drivers. Teens can further lower premiums with good student and driver training discounts.

  • Which insurer has the best car insurance for drivers with an incident?

    Our editorial team chose GEICO Insurance Agency as the top insurer for drivers with an incident on their record. It’s widely available, scores well for customer satisfaction and financial strength, and has competitive rates for drivers with an incident. GEICO can also file SR-22 or FR-44 forms on your behalf.

  • What car insurance discounts should you look for?

    Consider discounts whenever you’re comparing policies. Insuring multiple vehicles, having a clean driving record, being a good student, serving in the military, equipping your car with anti-theft systems, and more could earn you a discount. You could also save by bundling your home or renters insurance with your auto policy.

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. J.D. Power. "J.D. Power 2023 Auto Insurance Study."
  2. J.D. Power. "J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Insurance Shopping Study."
  3. Nationwide. "SmartMiles."
  4. National Association of Insurance Commissioners. "Property and Casualty Insurance Industry 2023 Top 25 Groups and Companies by Countrywide Premium."
  5. Trustpilot. "USAA Reviews."
  6. U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. "Early Estimate of Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities For the First Quarter of 2023."
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