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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Upper Hill, MD

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Upper Hill save up to 26.9% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Upper Hill

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Upper Hill 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 Erie Insurance, Travelers, and Safeco Insurance.

 
Upper Hill Insurer Monthly Cost
State Farm $84
Erie Insurance $85
Travelers $97
Safeco Insurance $101

Savings for Every Kind of Upper Hill Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Upper Hill driver will save about 19% 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 $337 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Upper Hill residents are paying out over $1,811 extra every year for auto insurance in Upper Hill. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

Upper Hill Car Insurance vs. Maryland

People living in Upper Hill pay an average of 2.27% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Upper Hill can expect to pay about $1,234 per year, or $1,811 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, MetLife will be the cheapest provider in Upper Hill for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Upper Hill Neighborhood

Upper Hill, MD map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Upper Hill?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Upper Hill, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $108 per year within the city boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,846 to a low of $1,738. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the East area, and lower for those with homes in the East parts of Upper Hill.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Upper Hill

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 Upper Hill insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Upper Hill

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, MetLife is the best option, with annual savings of $337 over the average Upper Hill car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $123 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Upper Hill. Geico, Travelers, and MetLife 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 Upper Hill drivers with accidents on their records

In Upper Hill getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 25% for a yearly cost of $2,418. That's $607 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 Erie 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 $317 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Upper Hill drivers with speeding tickets

>Erie Insurance gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $368 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 Upper Hill, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $379. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Erie Insurance for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,190 per year.

The best auto insurance for Upper Hill drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,591 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $780 more than a driver with no major issues. Progressive, Travelers, and Erie Insurance penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from Erie Insurance may cost the average person with a DUI about $594 less each year.

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The least expensive car insurance company for new and young drivers in Upper Hill

In Upper Hill, Erie Insurance costs young drivers $1,142 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 68% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Upper Hill. With an average cost of $5,607 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 Erie 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 Upper Hill

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $151. State Farm, Progressive, and Erie Insurance provided the largest discounts to couples living in Upper Hill.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $204 saved each year compared to an average Upper Hill couple's premiums.

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The cheapest car insurance in Upper Hill for drivers with bad credit

People with poor credit saved an average of $798 with Geico.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $1,156 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,967 in Upper Hill. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from Geico, Progressive, and Safe Auto.

The best Upper Hill car insurance company for customer service

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

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Upper Hill 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 Upper Hill. 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 Upper Hill

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 14% of Upper Hill residents who are renting, and don't plan to be in the city 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 Upper Hill driver can expect to pay about $133 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 Upper Hill, USAA has the best prices for drivers with a DUI conviction, drivers with bad credit, drivers with accidents, married couples, drivers with speeding tickets, young drivers, and good drivers.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Upper Hill

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Upper Hill?

On average, car insurance in Upper Hill 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 city are influenced by the following factors:

  • The average commute time in Upper Hill is 31 minutes, which is far less than average for a driver in the state.
  • Maryland state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Upper Hill are higher than average in the state, and marriage often results in car insurance discounts.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are very high, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of D according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Upper Hill is one of the most densely populated areas in the state. The city’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 Upper Hill is $103 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 Upper Hill driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Upper Hill 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.