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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Bala Cynwyd

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Bala Cynwyd 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 Kemper, followed by Metromile, Travelers, and State Farm.

 
Bala Cynwyd Insurer Monthly Cost
Kemper $54
Metromile $54
Travelers $55
State Farm $57

Savings for Every Kind of Bala Cynwyd Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Bala Cynwyd driver will save about 28% 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, credit score, marital status, and age. The average driver will find themselves saving $412 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Bala Cynwyd residents are paying out over $1,470 extra every year for auto insurance in Bala Cynwyd. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Bala Cynwyd, Bala-Cynwyd, PA Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$412
Drivers with accidents
$730
Drivers with speeding tickets
$558
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$665
Young drivers
$1,703
Married drivers
$295
Drivers with bad credit
$527

Bala Cynwyd Car Insurance vs. Bala-Cynwyd

People living in Bala Cynwyd pay an average of 3.06% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Bala Cynwyd can expect to pay about $911 per year, or $1,470 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, Metromile will be the cheapest provider in Bala Cynwyd for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Bala Cynwyd Neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Bala Cynwyd?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Bala Cynwyd, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $196 per year within the neighborhood boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,624 to a low of $1,428. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Northwest area, and lower for those with homes in the Central parts of Bala Cynwyd.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Bala Cynwyd

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 Bala Cynwyd insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Bala Cynwyd

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Metromile is the best option, with annual savings of $412 over the average Bala Cynwyd car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $88 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Bala Cynwyd. Travelers, Metromile, and Auto-Owners Insurance are all good choices for quotes if you have a clean record. See also the best providers for married people if you are married, and look for repeated company names.

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

In Bala Cynwyd getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 40% for a yearly cost of $2,437. That's $968 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, Travelers, and Metromile are good choices for drivers with accidents.

In our analysis, Metromile saved the average person who had been in an accident the most, with annual savings averaging $730 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Bala Cynwyd drivers with speeding tickets

>Metromile gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $558 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 Bala Cynwyd, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $592. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend Travelers, Metromile, and Clearcover for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,061 per year.

The best auto insurance for Bala Cynwyd drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,177 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $707 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Travelers, and Clearcover penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from Clearcover may cost the average person with a DUI about $665 less each year.

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

In Bala Cynwyd, Travelers costs young drivers $1,703 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 69% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Bala Cynwyd. With an average cost of $4,744 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, Travelers, and Erie Insurance 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 Bala Cynwyd

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $119. State Farm, Progressive, and Erie Insurance provided the largest discounts to couples living in Bala Cynwyd.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $295 saved each year compared to an average Bala Cynwyd couple's premiums.

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The cheapest car insurance in Bala Cynwyd for drivers with bad credit

People with poor credit saved an average of $527 with Nationwide.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $995 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,464 in Bala Cynwyd. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from Nationwide, Travelers, and Plymouth Rock Assurance.

The best Bala Cynwyd car insurance company for customer service

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

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Bala Cynwyd 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 Bala Cynwyd. 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 Bala Cynwyd

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 12% of Bala Cynwyd residents who are renting, and don't plan to be in the neighborhood or city for very long. Or maybe national recognition and funds make people feel more secure with a large provider. Regardless, Travelers tends to have the lowest prices for most drivers.

For customers who prefer to work with large national providers, we recommend Travelers for pricing. The average Bala Cynwyd driver can expect to pay about $86 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 Bala Cynwyd, USAA has the best prices for drivers with speeding tickets, young drivers, drivers with a DUI conviction, drivers with bad credit, good drivers, drivers with accidents, and married couples.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Bala Cynwyd

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Bala Cynwyd?

On average, car insurance in Bala Cynwyd 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 neighborhood are influenced by the following factors:

  • The average commute time in Bala Cynwyd is 35 minutes, which is a little more than average for a driver in the city.
  • Pennsylvania state insurance regulations may allow for lower prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Bala Cynwyd are among the highest in the state, and marriage often results in car insurance discounts.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are low, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of B+ according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Bala Cynwyd is a fairly densely populated area in the state. The neighborhood’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 Bala Cynwyd is $76 per month for minimum coverage and $122 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 Bala Cynwyd driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Bala Cynwyd 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.