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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Stillwater County, MT

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

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Stillwater County

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Stillwater 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.

 
Stillwater County Insurer Monthly Cost
State Farm $44
Travelers $48
Progressive $50
Midvale Home & Auto $54

Savings for Every Kind of Stillwater County Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Stillwater 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 $408 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Stillwater County residents are paying out over $1,630 extra every year for auto insurance in Stillwater County. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Stillwater County, MT Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$408
Drivers with accidents
$727
Drivers with speeding tickets
$581
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$850
Young drivers
$1,852
Married drivers
$0
Drivers with bad credit
$717

Stillwater County Car Insurance vs. Montana

People living in Stillwater County pay an average of 0.63% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Stillwater County can expect to pay about $776 per year, or $1,630 for full coverage.

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

Car Insurance Prices by Stillwater County Neighborhood

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

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Where is insurance cheapest within Stillwater County?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Stillwater County, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $61 per year within the county boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,660 to a low of $1,599. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Southeast area, and lower for those with homes in the East parts of Stillwater County.

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

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Stillwater County

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Travelers is the best option, with annual savings of $408 over the average Stillwater County car insurance company.

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

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

In Stillwater County getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 32% for a yearly cost of $2,407. That's $777 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 $727 over the competition.

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

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $581 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 Stillwater County, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $493. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Travelers for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,123 per year.

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

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,766 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,136 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 $850 less each year.

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

In Stillwater County, State Farm costs young drivers $1,852 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 Stillwater County. With an average cost of $5,508 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 Stillwater County

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

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

People with poor credit saved an average of $717 with Travelers.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $1,034 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,665 in Stillwater 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 Stillwater County car insurance company for customer service

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

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

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 19% of Stillwater 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 Stillwater 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 Stillwater 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 Stillwater County

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Stillwater County?

On average, car insurance in Stillwater 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 Stillwater County is 33 minutes, which is far more than average for a driver in the state.
  • Montana state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 9 to 10 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are very low, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of A- according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Stillwater 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 Stillwater County is $65 per month for minimum coverage and $136 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 Stillwater County driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Stillwater 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.