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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Valley County, NE

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Valley County save up to 39.3% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Valley County

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Valley 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 Farm Bureau, followed by American Family Insurance, State Farm, and Progressive.

 
Valley County Insurer Monthly Cost
Farm Bureau $35
American Family Insurance $40
State Farm $40
Progressive $49

Savings for Every Kind of Valley County Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Valley County driver will save about 39% 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 $555 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Valley County residents are paying out over $1,414 extra every year for auto insurance in Valley County. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Valley County, NE Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$555
Drivers with accidents
$418
Drivers with speeding tickets
$392
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$304
Young drivers
$1,342
Married drivers
$161
Drivers with bad credit
$742

Valley County Car Insurance vs. Nebraska

People living in Valley County pay an average of 0.82% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Valley County can expect to pay about $580 per year, or $1,414 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, Safeco Insurance will be the cheapest provider in Valley County for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Valley County Neighborhood

Valley County, NE map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Valley County?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Valley County, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $28 per year within the county boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,432 to a low of $1,404. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the East area, and lower for those with homes in the North parts of Valley County.

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

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Valley County

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Safeco Insurance is the best option, with annual savings of $555 over the average Valley County car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $72 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Valley County. Nationwide, Safeco Insurance, and Farmers Mutual of Nebraska 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 Valley County drivers with accidents on their records

In Valley County getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 26% for a yearly cost of $1,923. That's $509 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, Farmers Mutual of Nebraska, and American Family 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 $418 over the competition.

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

>Geico gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $392 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 Valley County, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $276. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Farmers Mutual of Nebraska for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $1,690 per year.

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

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,043 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $629 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Progressive, and American Family Insurance penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from American Family Insurance may cost the average person with a DUI about $304 less each year.

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

In Valley County, Farmers Mutual of Nebraska costs young drivers $1,342 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 Valley County. With an average cost of $4,115 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, Farmers Mutual of Nebraska, and Farm Bureau 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 Valley County

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $110. Progressive, Nationwide, and Farm Bureau provided the largest discounts to couples living in Valley County.

Nationwide gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $161 saved each year compared to an average Valley County couple's premiums.

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

People with poor credit saved an average of $742 with Nationwide.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $1,120 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,534 in Valley 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 Farmers Mutual of Nebraska.

The best Valley County car insurance company for customer service

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

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

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 23% of Valley 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, Nationwide tends to have the lowest prices for most drivers.

For customers who prefer to work with large national providers, we recommend Nationwide for pricing. The average Valley County driver can expect to pay about $98 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 Valley County, USAA has the best prices for good drivers, drivers with bad credit, drivers with speeding tickets, married couples, young drivers, drivers with a DUI conviction, and drivers with accidents.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Valley County

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Valley County?

On average, car insurance in Valley 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 Valley County is 20 minutes, which is a little less than average for a driver in the state.
  • Nebraska state insurance regulations may allow for lower prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Valley County are higher than average 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 C+ according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Valley 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 Valley County is $48 per month for minimum coverage and $118 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 Valley County driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Valley 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.