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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Petroleum County, MT

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

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Petroleum County

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Petroleum 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 Travelers, Progressive, and Midvale Home & Auto.

 
Petroleum County Insurer Monthly Cost
State Farm $43
Travelers $48
Progressive $50
Midvale Home & Auto $54

Savings for Every Kind of Petroleum County Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Petroleum County 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 $406 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Petroleum County residents are paying out over $1,625 extra every year for auto insurance in Petroleum County. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Petroleum County, MT Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$406
Drivers with accidents
$724
Drivers with speeding tickets
$579
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$847
Young drivers
$1,845
Married drivers
$0
Drivers with bad credit
$714

Petroleum County Car Insurance vs. Montana

People living in Petroleum County pay an average of 0.29% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Petroleum County can expect to pay about $773 per year, or $1,625 for full coverage.

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

Car Insurance Prices by Petroleum County Neighborhood

Petroleum County, MT map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Petroleum County?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Petroleum County, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $0 per year within the county boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,625 to a low of $1,625. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Central area, and lower for those with homes in the Central parts of Petroleum County.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Petroleum 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 Petroleum County insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Petroleum County

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Travelers is the best option, with annual savings of $406 over the average Petroleum County car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $102 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Petroleum County. State Farm, Travelers, and MetLife are all good choices for quotes if you have a clean record.

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

In Petroleum County getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 32% for a yearly cost of $2,399. That's $774 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 $724 over the competition.

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

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $579 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 Petroleum County, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $491. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Travelers for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,116 per year.

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

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,757 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,132 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 $847 less each year.

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

In Petroleum County, State Farm costs young drivers $1,845 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 Petroleum County. With an average cost of $5,489 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 Petroleum County

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

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

People with poor credit saved an average of $714 with Travelers.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $1,031 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,656 in Petroleum County. 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 Petroleum County car insurance company for customer service

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

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Petroleum 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 Petroleum 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 Petroleum County

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 34% of Petroleum 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, 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 Petroleum County 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 Petroleum County, 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 Petroleum County

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Petroleum County?

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

  • The average commute time in Petroleum County is 19 minutes, which is far less than average for a driver in the state.
  • Montana state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are high, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of C+ according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Petroleum County is one of the most densely populated areas in the state. The county’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 Petroleum County is $64 per month for minimum coverage and $135 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 Petroleum County driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Petroleum 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.