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Best car insurance in Arkansas for 2024

Updated Mar 22, 2024
Geico, USAA, State Farm, Auto-Owners and Farmers are among the best car insurance companies in Arkansas.
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Best car insurance companies in Arkansas

As we began our search for the best auto insurance in Arkansas, we analyzed dozens of companies' average premiums, which we obtained from Quadrant Information Services. Using the annual average cost of Arkansas car insurance as a baseline — $2,193 for full coverage and $457 for minimum — we narrowed down our list based on carriers that offer low rates without sacrificing customer service or coverage options. Other factors we considered included discount availability, digital tools and customer satisfaction scores from the 2023 J.D. Power Auto Insurance Study.

To simplify this information, we assigned each company a Bankrate Score. The scores are on a scale from 0.0 to 5.0. The closer to 5.0 a company’s Bankrate Score is, the more highly that company ranked in each of the scoring categories.

If you are looking for the best car insurance in Arkansas, you might want to start by getting quotes from the following companies:

Insurance company
Bankrate score
Info
Average full coverage rate Average min coverage rate
4.4
Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
$1,720
$363
4.3
Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
$1,775
$390
4.3
Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
$1,444
$377
4.2
Rating: 4.2 stars out of 5
$1,357
$280
3.8
Rating: 3.8 stars out of 5
$2,061
$481

Geico

Geico

4.4

Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$143/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,720/yr

Customer satisfaction

819/1,000

State Farm

State Farm

4.3

Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$148/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,775/yr

Customer satisfaction

833/1,000

Auto-Owners

Auto-Owners

4.3

Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$120/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,444/yr

Customer satisfaction

829/1,000

USAA

USAA

4.2

Rating: 4.2 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$113/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,357/yr

Customer satisfaction

854/1,000

Shelter

Shelter

3.8

Rating: 3.8 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$172/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$2,061/yr

Customer satisfaction

851/1,000

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How Bankrate chose the best car insurance companies in Arkansas

Bankate's insurance editorial team understands that low rates likely aren't the only factor drivers consider when choosing a carrier. That's why we took a holistic approach when choosing the top car insurance carriers in Arkansas. Our Bankrate Scoring model, which scores carriers on a scale of 0.0 to 5.0, takes into account coverage options, discounts, digital tools, customer service, financial strength and more. We hope these Scores will help you narrow down carriers based on the factors that matter most to you.

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To help Arkansas drivers find the best car insurance, Bankrate’s insurance editorial team reviewed some of the largest insurers by market share. We based our picks on a well-rounded analysis of several metrics related to each company.

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How to find the best car insurance in Arkansas

Having the right coverage types and limits in place may save you from hefty out-of-pocket expenses in the event of an accident. However, the best company and coverage will vary based on your circumstances and insurance preferences. To find the best car insurance company for your unique needs, consider the following strategies.

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How much is car insurance in Arkansas?

The average cost of car insurance in Arkansas is $2,193 per year for full coverage and $457 for minimum coverage. This is a little bit lower than the national average annual cost of car insurance, which is $2,545 for full coverage and $741 for minimum coverage. Average rates in Arkansas are less than the neighboring state of Missouri, but similar to Mississippi. Average annual rates in Missouri are $2,437 and $610 for full and minimum coverage, respectively. In Mississippi, the averages are $2,061 for full coverage and $514 for minimum coverage. These similarities are likely due to the relative consistency across these states in terms of population density, weather patterns and cost of living.

Your own rates may vary from these averages based on your personal rating factors. In Arkansas, these include your age, gender, vehicle type, ZIP code, driving record, credit history and more.

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Discover your potential car insurance premium in Arkansas with Bankrate’s easy-to-use calculator. Simply input a few details, and it will provide an estimated average cost for your policy in the state. Keep in mind that this is not an exact quote, but it may give you a point of reference when comparing personalized quotes from carriers.

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Bankrate utilizes Quadrant Information Services to analyze the latest rates in February 2024 for ZIP codes and carriers in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Rates include the most recent approved rate changes filed by insurance companies that affect our profile. These revised rates are then weighted based on the population density in each geographic region so that policyholders can see the impact rates have in their areas. Quoted rates are based on a 40-year-old male and female driver with a clean driving record, good credit and the following full coverage limits:

  • $100,000 bodily injury liability per person
  • $300,000 bodily injury liability per accident
  • $50,000 property damage liability per accident
  • $100,000 uninsured motorist bodily injury per person
  • $300,000 uninsured motorist bodily injury per accident
  • $500 collision deductible
  • $500 comprehensive deductible

To determine minimum coverage limits, Bankrate used minimum coverage that meets each state’s requirements. Our base profile drivers own a 2022 Toyota Camry, commute five days a week and drive 12,000 miles annually.

These are sample rates and should only be used for comparative purposes.

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Ashlyn Brooks

Ashlyn Brooks is a finance writer with more than half a decade of experience, known for her knowledge in areas such as taxes, insurance, investing, retirement, finance news, and banking products.

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