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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Mills County, IA

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Mills County save up to 33.2% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Mills County

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Mills County 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 IMT Insurance, Auto-Owners Insurance, and Farm Bureau.

 
Mills County Insurer Monthly Cost
State Farm $27
IMT Insurance $28
Auto-Owners Insurance $29
Farm Bureau $30

Savings for Every Kind of Mills County Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Mills County driver will save about 22% 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 $268 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Mills County residents are paying out over $1,228 extra every year for auto insurance in Mills County. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Mills County, IA Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$268
Drivers with accidents
$374
Drivers with speeding tickets
$319
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$429
Young drivers
$1,123
Married drivers
$370
Drivers with bad credit
$566

Mills County Car Insurance vs. Iowa

People living in Mills County pay an average of 1.69% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Mills County can expect to pay about $482 per year, or $1,228 for full coverage.

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

Car Insurance Prices by Mills County Neighborhood

Mills County, IA map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Mills County?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Mills County, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $48 per year within the county boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,244 to a low of $1,196. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Central area, and lower for those with homes in the West parts of Mills County.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Mills County

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

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Mills County

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, State Farm is the best option, with annual savings of $268 over the average Mills County car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $80 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Mills County. State Farm, IMT Insurance, and Midvale Home & Auto 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 Mills County drivers with accidents on their records

In Mills County getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 32% for a yearly cost of $1,797. That's $569 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, IMT Insurance, 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 $374 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Mills County drivers with speeding tickets

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $319 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 Mills County, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $320. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, IMT Insurance, and Auto-Owners Insurance for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $1,547 per year.

The best auto insurance for Mills County drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $1,943 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $715 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Progressive, and IMT Insurance penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $429 less each year.

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

In Mills County, IMT Insurance costs young drivers $1,123 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 64% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Mills County. With an average cost of $3,379 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, IMT Insurance, and Farm Bureau 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 Mills County

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $83. State Farm, IMT Insurance, and Farm Bureau provided the largest discounts to couples living in Mills County.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $370 saved each year compared to an average Mills County couple's premiums.

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The cheapest car insurance in Mills County for drivers with bad credit

People with poor credit saved an average of $566 with IMT Insurance.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $803 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,031 in Mills County. 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 IMT Insurance.

The best Mills County car insurance company for customer service

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

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Mills County 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 Mills County. 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 Mills County

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 20% of Mills County residents who are renting, and don't plan to be in the county 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 Mills County driver can expect to pay about $81 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 Mills County, USAA has the best prices for drivers with a DUI conviction, drivers with bad credit, drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with accidents, good drivers, and young drivers.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Mills County

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Mills County?

On average, car insurance in Mills County 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 county are influenced by the following factors:

  • The average commute time in Mills County is 28 minutes, which is far more than average for a driver in the state.
  • Iowa state insurance regulations may allow for lower prices.
  • An average of 12 to 13 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Mills County are lower than average 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.
  • Mills County is a lightly populated area in the state. The county’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 Mills County is $40 per month for minimum coverage and $102 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 Mills County driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Mills County 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.