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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Merriam, IN

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Merriam save up to 29.1% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Merriam

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Merriam 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 Auto-Owners Insurance, followed by State Farm, Safe Auto, and Travelers.

 
Merriam Insurer Monthly Cost
Auto-Owners Insurance $44
State Farm $47
Safe Auto $48
Travelers $48

Savings for Every Kind of Merriam Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Merriam driver will save about 29% 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 $342 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Merriam residents are paying out over $1,175 extra every year for auto insurance in Merriam. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Merriam, IN Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$342
Drivers with accidents
$534
Drivers with speeding tickets
$433
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$306
Young drivers
$614
Married drivers
$262
Drivers with bad credit
$375

Merriam Car Insurance vs. Indiana

People living in Merriam pay an average of 3.88% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Merriam can expect to pay about $729 per year, or $1,175 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, Erie Insurance will be the cheapest provider in Merriam for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Merriam Neighborhood

Merriam, IN map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Merriam?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Merriam, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $55 per year within the city boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,212 to a low of $1,157. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Southeast area, and lower for those with homes in the Central parts of Merriam.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Merriam

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

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Merriam

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Erie Insurance is the best option, with annual savings of $342 over the average Merriam car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $69 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Merriam. Travelers, Erie Insurance, and Clearcover 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 Merriam drivers with accidents on their records

In Merriam getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 38% for a yearly cost of $1,905. That's $730 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 Auto-Owners 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 $534 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Merriam drivers with speeding tickets

>Auto-Owners Insurance gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $433 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 Merriam, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $433. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Auto-Owners Insurance, and Clearcover for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $1,607 per year.

The best auto insurance for Merriam drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $1,752 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $578 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Progressive, and Gainsco penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from Gainsco may cost the average person with a DUI about $306 less each year.

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

In Merriam, State Farm costs young drivers $614 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 65% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Merriam. With an average cost of $3,321 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 Auto-Owners 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 Merriam

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $41. State Farm, Progressive, and Auto-Owners Insurance provided the largest discounts to couples living in Merriam.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $262 saved each year compared to an average Merriam couple's premiums.

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The cheapest car insurance in Merriam for drivers with bad credit

People with poor credit saved an average of $375 with Geico.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $628 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $1,802 in Merriam. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from Geico, Travelers, and Auto-Owners Insurance.

The best Merriam car insurance company for customer service

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

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

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 9.5% of Merriam 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, 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 Merriam driver can expect to pay about $78 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 Merriam, USAA has the best prices for young drivers, drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with accidents, drivers with a DUI conviction, good drivers, drivers with bad credit, and married couples.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Merriam

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Merriam?

On average, car insurance in Merriam 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 city are influenced by the following factors:

  • The average commute time in Merriam is 32 minutes, which is about the national average for a driver in the state.
  • Indiana 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 Merriam are among the highest in the state, and marriage often results in car insurance discounts.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are moderate, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of C according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Merriam is one of the least populated areas in the state. The city’s density could result in a price decrease for drivers.

As a result of these and other factors, the average cost of car insurance in Merriam is $61 per month for minimum coverage and $98 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 Merriam driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Merriam 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.