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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Amherst, MA

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Amherst save up to 35.5% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Amherst

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Amherst for a driver with a good record seeking minimum coverage on a mid-grade used vehicle. Values are estimated, and premiums may be lower or higher, but should be in an accurate order for a good driver. In general, drivers with good records will get the best prices through Safety Insurance, followed by Geico, Midvale Home & Auto, and Travelers.

 
Amherst Insurer Monthly Cost
Safety Insurance $40
Geico $43
Midvale Home & Auto $50
Travelers $63

Savings for Every Kind of Amherst Driver

The table shows how much the average auto insurance customer in Amherst might save by following our recommendations.

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Amherst driver will save about 34% on car insurance. This isn’t marketing: this is unbiased data with no financial influence. The best auto insurance company depends on factors such as your driving record, home location, and age. The average driver will find themselves saving $543 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Amherst residents are paying out over $1,588 extra every year for auto insurance in Amherst. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

Situation
Amherst, MA Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$543
Drivers with accidents
$808
Drivers with speeding tickets
$672
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$891
Young drivers
$1,966
Married drivers
$0
Drivers with bad credit
$0

Amherst Car Insurance vs. Massachusetts

People living in Amherst pay an average of 2.23% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Amherst can expect to pay about $682 per year, or $1,588 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, State Farm will be the cheapest provider in Amherst for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Amherst Neighborhood

Amherst, MA map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Amherst?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Amherst, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $408 per year within the city boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,832 to a low of $1,424. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the West area, and lower for those with homes in the North parts of Amherst.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Amherst

We have analyzed insurance costs for auto insurance customers based on the major variables that impact pricing. The results of our analysis are below, including US dollar savings. What about when you meet one or more of the criteria? For example, if you have both a DUI and a speeding ticket? Simply start with the Amherst insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Amherst

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, State Farm is the best option, with annual savings of $543 over the average Amherst car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $87 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Amherst. State Farm, Geico, and Safety Insurance are all good choices for quotes if you have a clean record.

The best car insurance provider for Amherst drivers with accidents on their records

In Amherst getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 32% for a yearly cost of $2,331. That's $743 per year more than a driver with no at-fault crashes on their driving record might pay. To avoid paying out more than you need to, State Farm, Geico, and Safety Insurance are good choices for drivers with accidents.

In our analysis, State Farm saved the average person who had been in an accident the most, with annual savings averaging $808 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Amherst drivers with speeding tickets

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $672 better than other car insurance companies.

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Depending on the insurance company, a speeding ticket can actually raise insurance premiums more than getting in an accident. In Amherst, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $291. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Safety Insurance for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $1,879 per year.

The best auto insurance for Amherst drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,643 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,055 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Geico, and Progressive penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $891 less each year.

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The least expensive car insurance company for new and young drivers in Amherst

In Amherst, State Farm costs young drivers $1,966 less each year versus the average auto insurance bill.

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Teen drivers account for more than their share of accidents, and thus end up paying about 71% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Amherst. With an average cost of $5,540 per year (for young drivers who aren't on a parent's plan), car insurance for inexperienced drivers can’t ever be called "cheap." A few companies like State Farm, Geico, and Plymouth Rock Assurance try to attract these younger drivers with lower prices in the hopes that they will stay with the company.

The best marriage discounts for vehicle insurance in Amherst

The state of Massachusetts does not allow marriage discounts, so the prices are unchanged if you are married

The cheapest car insurance in Amherst for drivers with bad credit

The state of Massachusetts does not allow companies to use credit score to figure out premiums, so the prices are unchanged regardless of credit score

The best Amherst car insurance company for customer service

Many car insurance companies over the years have struggled with customer service. In Amherst, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) ranks Nationwide as the best. Another valuable metric: JD Power ranks State Farm as the best provider in Amherst.

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Amherst according to the NAIC.

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Recent price drops

Due to improvements in our tracking and methodology, we are unable to show price change data for the most recent year. This data will return next year (2023).

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During the Covid-19 pandemic a few insurance companies realized people were driving less and struggling overall. They proactively lowered their rates for many customers in Amherst. We think helping communities in a time of need deserves special attention. Many insurance companies have advertisements telling us how much they care: we prefer to look at their actions.

The cheapest large national provider in Amherst

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 50% of Amherst residents who are renting, and don't plan to be in the city or state for very long. Or maybe national recognition and funds make people feel more secure with a large provider. Regardless, State Farm tends to have the lowest prices for most drivers.

For customers who prefer to work with large national providers, we recommend State Farm for pricing. The average Amherst driver can expect to pay about $85 per month.

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What About USAA?

JD power consistently ranks USAA as the top car insurance company in the United States. We don’t compare their rates because most people can’t sign up. USAA only allows active military members and their spouses and children to apply. In Amherst, USAA has the best prices for drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with a DUI conviction, good drivers, young drivers, and drivers with accidents.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Amherst

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Amherst?

On average, car insurance in Amherst is more expensive than the rest of the state. These high prices are no mystery to us. Coverage Watch tracks car insurance costs and uses a complex AI that finds related variables, and has determined car insurance prices in the city are influenced by the following factors:

  • The average commute time in Amherst is 25 minutes, which is far less than average for a driver in the state.
  • Massachusetts state insurance regulations may allow for lower prices.
  • An average of 16 to 17 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are very low, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of A according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Amherst has an average population density in the state. The city’s density could result in a price increase for drivers.

As a result of these and other factors, the average cost of car insurance in Amherst is $57 per month for minimum coverage and $132 per month for full coverage. Costs vary widely based on your situation, and will likely be lower if you have a clean driving record and follow our insurance company research to find the best car insurance company for you.

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* Who is the average Amherst driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Amherst with good (but not perfect) credit driving a used midsized sedan. Data sources: proprietary data collection and analysis, unique to CoverageWatch.org All content copyright CoverageWatch.org. Journalists and other websites are free to cite any data with attribution.