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Best car insurance in West Virginia for 2024

Updated Nov 13, 2024
The best auto insurance policies in West Virginia include those written by Geico, USAA, State Farm, Nationwide and Erie.
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Best car insurance companies in West Virginia

As is true in most states, West Virginia drivers need car insurance to drive legally on public roads. The good news for many drivers is that the average cost of car insurance in the state is lower than the national average. West Virginia drivers pay an average rate of $562 per year for minimum coverage and $2,132 per year for full coverage.

Bankrate's insurance editorial team analyzed these rates from Quadrant Information Services, as well as third-party rates for customer satisfaction from the J.D. Power 2024 Auto Insurance Study to get an idea of the best companies in West Virginia. We further analyzed coverage options, discounts and digital tools to round out our list of companies writing the best policies in the Mountain State.

4.4
Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
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4.2
Rating: 4.2 stars out of 5
$1,579
$371
4.3
Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
$2,158
$548
4.0
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
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4.0
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
$1,790
$402

Geico

Best for digital tools

Geico

4.4

Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

Not available

Avg. full coverage premium

Not available

Customer satisfaction

647/1,000

USAA

Best for military-focused benefits and perks

USAA

4.2

Rating: 4.2 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$132/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,579/yr

Customer satisfaction

743/1,000

State Farm

Best for local agents

State Farm

4.3

Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$180/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$2,158/yr

Customer satisfaction

652/1,000

Nationwide

Best for telematics

Nationwide

4

Rating: 4 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

Not available

Avg. full coverage premium

Not available

Customer satisfaction

642/1,000

Erie

Best for drivers on a budget

Erie

4

Rating: 4 stars out of 5

Avg. full coverage premium

$149/mo

Avg. full coverage premium

$1,790/yr

Customer satisfaction

713/1,000

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How Bankrate chose the best car insurance companies in West Virginia

In today’s uncertain economic times, Bankrate understands the importance of affordability when requesting car insurance quotes. When conducting our study to find the best car insurance in West Virginia, we first started by analyzing average premium data from Quadrant Information Services.

However, we also know that the best car insurance isn’t necessarily the cheapest. To help our readers holistically evaluate carriers on a range of metrics, including coverage options, digital tools, discount availability and more, we created our proprietary Bankrate Scoring model. Bankrate Scores range from 0.0 to 5.0, and the higher a company scores, the better it fared during our assessment.

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To help West Virginia 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 West Virginia

A well-tailored car insurance policy can provide peace of mind — and vital financial protection — if you’re involved in an accident. However, with so many providers to choose from, finding the best auto insurance in West Virginia may seem daunting. Bankrate can help. In our experience, you might find the process a little easier if you keep the following considerations in mind:

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How much is car insurance in West Virginia?

The average cost of car insurance in West Virginia for a full coverage policy is $2,132 per year, with minimum coverage averaging $562. These rates are much lower than the national averages of $2,458 and $678, respectively. In contrast, West Virginia is a little more expensive than some of its neighbors, namely Ohio and Virginia.

Ohio's average full coverage rate is $1,533 per year; minimum coverage is $562. Virginia is a bit more expensive than Ohio but still cheaper than West Virginia, with average annual premiums of $2,084 and $708 for full and minimum coverage, respectively. West Virginia's higher rates may be due to the flooding the state experiences as well as the state's rugged rural roadways.

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