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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Wharton County, TX

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Wharton County save up to 34.2% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Wharton County

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Wharton 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 Clearcover, followed by Mile Auto, Progressive, and State Farm.

 
Wharton County Insurer Monthly Cost
Clearcover $43
Mile Auto $56
Progressive $58
State Farm $62

Savings for Every Kind of Wharton County Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Wharton 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 $342 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Wharton County residents are paying out over $1,664 extra every year for auto insurance in Wharton County. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Wharton County, TX Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$342
Drivers with accidents
$783
Drivers with speeding tickets
$691
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$791
Young drivers
$1,204
Married drivers
$455
Drivers with bad credit
$497

Wharton County Car Insurance vs. Texas

People living in Wharton County pay an average of 14.86% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Wharton County can expect to pay about $991 per year, or $1,664 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, State Farm will be the cheapest provider in Wharton County for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Wharton County Neighborhood

Wharton County, TX map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Wharton County?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Wharton County, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $378 per year within the county boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,964 to a low of $1,586. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the North area, and lower for those with homes in the West parts of Wharton County.

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

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Wharton County

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, State Farm is the best option, with annual savings of $342 over the average Wharton County car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $110 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Wharton County. State Farm, Progressive, and Mile Auto 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 Wharton County drivers with accidents on their records

In Wharton County getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 32% for a yearly cost of $2,454. That's $790 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, Mile Auto, and Farmers 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 $783 over the competition.

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

>Mile Auto gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $691 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 Wharton County, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $585. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Mile Auto, and Clearcover for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,249 per year.

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

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,315 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $651 more than a driver with no major issues. Mile Auto, Kemper, and Farmers Insurance penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from Mile Auto may cost the average person with a DUI about $791 less each year.

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

In Wharton County, State Farm costs young drivers $1,204 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 64% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Wharton County. With an average cost of $4,610 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 Chubb 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 Wharton County

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $57. State Farm, Geico, and Chubb provided the largest discounts to couples living in Wharton County.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $455 saved each year compared to an average Wharton County couple's premiums.

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

People with poor credit saved an average of $497 with Farmers Insurance.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $672 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,335 in Wharton 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, Farmers Insurance, and Clearcover.

The best Wharton County car insurance company for customer service

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

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

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 32% of Wharton 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, State Farm tends to have the lowest prices for most drivers.

For customers who prefer to work with large national providers, we recommend State Farm for pricing. The average Wharton County driver can expect to pay about $129 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 Wharton County, USAA has the best prices for drivers with a DUI conviction, good drivers, married couples, drivers with accidents, young drivers, drivers with speeding tickets, and drivers with bad credit.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Wharton County

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Wharton County?

On average, car insurance in Wharton 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 Wharton County is 31 minutes, which is a little more than average for a driver in the state.
  • Texas state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Wharton County are lower than average 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 A according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Wharton County has an average population density 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 Wharton County is $83 per month for minimum coverage and $139 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 Wharton County driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Wharton 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.