Choosing an auto insurance company is complex: the rates each insurer offers can vary widely based on your driving history, location, and age, and every company's discounts differ. American Family and Amica are two of the most popular insurance companies, providing affordable insurance policies across large portions of America.
In an effort to take the sting out of shopping for car insurance, we gathered average prices from Amica and American Family. The below cover myriad rating factors, including credit quality, driving history, and age. Take a look at these rates and find the right policy for you.
Want to learn more? Read our full reviews of American Family and Amica.
If you have very poor credit, American Family could be the way to go. On average, American Family offers better rates than Amica for drivers with credit scores of 579 or less. Those with exceptional credit — a score of 800 or better — should opt for American Family, which typically beats Amica by $116 annually. View typical insurance rates by credit score for Amica and American Family below.
| Credit score | American Family avg. annual premium | Amica avg. annual premium |
| Very Poor (300-579) | $1,931 | $2,010 |
| Fair (580-669) | $1,294 | $1,389 |
| Good (670-739) | $1,220 | $1,352 |
| Very Good (740-799) | $1,009 | $1,174 |
| Exceptional (800-850) | $941 | $1,057 |
If you are saddled with an at-fault collision, speeding violation, reckless driving citation, or DUI offense on your driving résumé, Amica could be a better choice than American Family. Every insurance company prices its policies differently, so don't hesitate to shop around to figure out which insurer is best for you.
| Infraction | American Family avg. annual premium | Amica avg. annual premium |
| At-fault accident (damage < $1,000) | $1,763 | $1,646 |
| At-fault accident (damage > $1,000) | $990 | $1,152 |
| DUI/DWI | $1,857 | $3,356 |
| Reckless driving | $1,857 | $2,761 |
| Speeding ticket | $1,270 | $1,390 |
Insurers use a driver's age to indicate risk, pricing policies accordingly. An auto insurance policy is often priciest for young drivers — due to their inexperience — and relatively affordable for drivers aged 25 or older. Since every insurance company evaluates age brackets differently, it's wise to compare rates and find a great fit.
As a general rule, teen drivers should choose American Family over Amica: AMERICAN FAMILY offers average yearly savings of $1,556 versusAmica.
| Age | American Family avg. annual premium | Amica avg. annual premium |
| Teens | $3,810 | $5,366 |
| 20s | $1,685 | $1,631 |
| 30s | $1,101 | $1,631 |
| 40s | $1,089 | $1,151 |
| 50s | $1,089 | $1,105 |
| 60s | $986 | $1,066 |
Cost aside, American Family and Amica both have pros and cons, including discount programs, customer satisfaction ratings, add-ons, and financial stability. Be sure to shop around before settling on an option.
| Discount Comparison | American Family | Amica Mutual Insurance |
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| Ratings Comparison | American Family | Amica Mutual Insurance |
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| Financial Strength | Excellent | Superior |
| JD Power Rankings | Above average | Excellent |
| User Satisfaction | 4.3/5 | 4.3/5 |
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