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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Tioga County, NY

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Tioga County save up to 32.6% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Tioga County

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Tioga 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 Kemper, followed by Plymouth Rock Assurance, Safeco Insurance, and Geico.

 
Tioga County Insurer Monthly Cost
Kemper $77
Plymouth Rock Assurance $102
Safeco Insurance $110
Geico $115

Savings for Every Kind of Tioga County Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Tioga County driver will save about 30% 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 $624 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Tioga County residents are paying out over $2,091 extra every year for auto insurance in Tioga County. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Tioga County, NY Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$624
Drivers with accidents
$398
Drivers with speeding tickets
$794
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$804
Young drivers
$1,969
Married drivers
$659
Drivers with bad credit
$1,050

Tioga County Car Insurance vs. New York

People living in Tioga County pay an average of 13.76% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Tioga County can expect to pay about $1,517 per year, or $2,091 for full coverage.

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

Car Insurance Prices by Tioga County Neighborhood

Tioga County, NY map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Tioga County?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Tioga County, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $462 per year within the county boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $2,427 to a low of $1,965. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Southeast area, and lower for those with homes in the South parts of Tioga County.

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

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Tioga County

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Kemper is the best option, with annual savings of $624 over the average Tioga County car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $122 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Tioga County. Kemper, Erie Insurance, and Plymouth Rock Assurance 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 Tioga County drivers with accidents on their records

In Tioga County getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 5.2% for a yearly cost of $2,207. That's $116 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 Kemper are good choices for drivers with accidents.

In our analysis, Kemper saved the average person who had been in an accident the most, with annual savings averaging $398 over the competition.

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

>Kemper gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $794 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 Tioga County, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $451. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend Progressive, Kemper, and Plymouth Rock Assurance for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,542 per year.

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

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,876 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $785 more than a driver with no major issues. Progressive, Travelers, and Plymouth Rock Assurance penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from Progressive may cost the average person with a DUI about $804 less each year.

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

In Tioga County, Progressive costs young drivers $1,969 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 66% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Tioga County. With an average cost of $6,162 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 Progressive 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 Tioga County

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $72. State Farm, Geico, and Progressive provided the largest discounts to couples living in Tioga County.

Progressive gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $659 saved each year compared to an average Tioga County couple's premiums.

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

People with poor credit saved an average of $1,050 with Geico.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $1,327 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $3,419 in Tioga County. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from Geico, Allstate, and Plymouth Rock Assurance.

The best Tioga County car insurance company for customer service

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

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

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 21% of Tioga 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, Geico tends to have the lowest prices for most drivers.

For customers who prefer to work with large national providers, we recommend Geico for pricing. The average Tioga County driver can expect to pay about $183 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 Tioga County, USAA has the best prices for drivers with bad credit, drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with a DUI conviction, drivers with accidents, good drivers, married couples, and young drivers.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Tioga County

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Tioga County?

On average, car insurance in Tioga 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 Tioga County is 28 minutes, which is about the national average for a driver in the state.
  • New York state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 20 to 21 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Tioga County are among the highest in the state, and marriage often results in car insurance discounts.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are very low, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of A+ according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Tioga County has an average population density 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 Tioga County is $126 per month for minimum coverage and $174 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 Tioga County driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Tioga 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.