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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Central, Helena, MT

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Central save up to 33.6% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Central

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Central 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 State Farm, followed by Travelers, Progressive, and Midvale Home & Auto.

 
Central Insurer Monthly Cost
State Farm $42
Travelers $46
Progressive $48
Midvale Home & Auto $51

Savings for Every Kind of Central Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Central driver will save about 25% 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, and age. The average driver will find themselves saving $389 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Central residents are paying out over $1,556 extra every year for auto insurance in Central. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

Situation
Central, Helena, MT Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$389
Drivers with accidents
$694
Drivers with speeding tickets
$554
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$812
Young drivers
$1,768
Married drivers
$0
Drivers with bad credit
$684

Central Car Insurance vs. Helena

People living in Central pay an average of 3.93% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Central can expect to pay about $741 per year, or $1,556 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, Travelers will be the cheapest provider in Central for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Central Neighborhood

Central, Helena, MT map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Central?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Central, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $113 per year within the neighborhood boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,621 to a low of $1,508. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Central area, and lower for those with homes in the Southwest parts of Central.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Central

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

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Central

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Travelers is the best option, with annual savings of $389 over the average Central car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $97 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Central. State Farm, Travelers, and MetLife are all good choices for quotes if you have a clean record.

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

In Central getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 32% for a yearly cost of $2,298. That's $742 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, Progressive, and Travelers 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 $694 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Central drivers with speeding tickets

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $554 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 Central, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $471. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Travelers for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,027 per year.

The best auto insurance for Central drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,641 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,085 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Progressive, and Safeco Insurance penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $812 less each year.

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

In Central, State Farm costs young drivers $1,768 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 70% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Central. With an average cost of $5,258 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 Nationwide 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 Central

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

The cheapest car insurance in Central for drivers with bad credit

People with poor credit saved an average of $684 with Travelers.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $988 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,544 in Central. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from State Farm, Geico, and Travelers.

The best Central car insurance company for customer service

Many car insurance companies over the years have struggled with customer service. In Central, 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 Central.

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Central 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 Central. 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 Central

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 46% of Central 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 Central driver can expect to pay about $101 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 Central, USAA has the best prices for young drivers, drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with accidents, good drivers, drivers with bad credit, and drivers with a DUI conviction.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Central

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Central?

On average, car insurance in Central is actually less expensive than the rest of the state. These low 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 Central is 20 minutes, which is a little more than average for a driver in the city.
  • Montana state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 8 to 9 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are moderate, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of B+ according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Central 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 Central is $62 per month for minimum coverage and $130 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 Central driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Central 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.