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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Pitkin County, CO

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Pitkin County save up to 30.1% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Pitkin County

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Pitkin 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 Bristol West, Safeco Insurance, and Geico.

 
Pitkin County Insurer Monthly Cost
State Farm $62
Bristol West $73
Safeco Insurance $74
Geico $76

Savings for Every Kind of Pitkin County Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Pitkin County driver will save about 21% 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 $388 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Pitkin County residents are paying out over $1,810 extra every year for auto insurance in Pitkin County. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Pitkin County, CO Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$388
Drivers with accidents
$691
Drivers with speeding tickets
$556
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$595
Young drivers
$1,760
Married drivers
$466
Drivers with bad credit
$683

Pitkin County Car Insurance vs. Colorado

People living in Pitkin County pay an average of 4.23% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Pitkin County can expect to pay about $1,057 per year, or $1,810 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, Auto-Owners Insurance will be the cheapest provider in Pitkin County for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Pitkin County Neighborhood

Pitkin County, CO map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Pitkin County?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Pitkin County, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $115 per year within the county boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,868 to a low of $1,753. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Southeast area, and lower for those with homes in the West parts of Pitkin County.

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

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Pitkin County

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Auto-Owners Insurance is the best option, with annual savings of $388 over the average Pitkin County car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $119 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Pitkin County. Geico, Travelers, 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 Pitkin County drivers with accidents on their records

In Pitkin County getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 34% for a yearly cost of $2,729. That's $919 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 Bristol West 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 $691 over the competition.

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

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $556 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 Pitkin County, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $619. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Bristol West for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,429 per year.

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

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,851 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,041 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Travelers, and Bristol West penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $595 less each year.

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

In Pitkin County, State Farm costs young drivers $1,760 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 Pitkin County. With an average cost of $5,856 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 American Family 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 Pitkin County

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $116. State Farm, Geico, and Progressive provided the largest discounts to couples living in Pitkin County.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $466 saved each year compared to an average Pitkin County couple's premiums.

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

People with poor credit saved an average of $683 with Geico.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $1,032 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,842 in Pitkin County. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from Geico, Nationwide, and Bristol West.

The best Pitkin County car insurance company for customer service

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

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

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 31% of Pitkin 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 Pitkin County driver can expect to pay about $128 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 Pitkin County, USAA has the best prices for drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with a DUI conviction, married couples, young drivers, good drivers, drivers with bad credit, and drivers with accidents.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Pitkin County

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Pitkin County?

On average, car insurance in Pitkin 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 Pitkin County is 23 minutes, which is a little less than average for a driver in the state.
  • Colorado state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Pitkin County are among the lowest 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 B according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Pitkin 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 Pitkin County is $88 per month for minimum coverage and $151 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 Pitkin County driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Pitkin 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.