Choosing a car insurance company can be hard: rates can vary based on your location, age, and driving history, and insurers offer a variety of perks. Farmers and Erie are two of the nation's most popular insurance companies, providing competitively priced policies across large portions of America.
In an effort to take the sting out of shopping for car insurance, we've collected average policy rates from Erie and Farmers. The below rates cover a variety of rating factors, including credit rating, driving history, and age. Take a look at these rates and find the perfect policy for you.
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If you have very poor credit, Erie could be preferable to Farmers. On average, Erie offers better rates than Farmers for prospective clients with credit scores of less than 580. Those with exceptional credit — a score of 800 or higher — should lean toward View average insurance costs by credit level for Erie and Farmers below.
| Credit level | Farmers avg. annual premium | Erie avg. annual premium |
| Very Poor (300-579) | $2,633 | $2,402 |
| Fair (580-669) | $1,736 | $1,040 |
| Good (670-739) | $1,882 | $894 |
| Very Good (740-799) | $1,459 | $743 |
| Exceptional (800-850) | $1,354 | $726 |
If you're dealing with an at-fault accident, speeding violation, reckless driving citation, or DUI on your driving record, Erie could be a better choice than Farmers. Each auto insurance company has different post-violation pricing structures, so it's worth comparing quotes to find out which insurer suits you.
| Violation | Farmers avg. annual premium | Erie avg. annual premium |
| At-fault accident (damage < $1,000) | $2,334 | $893 |
| At-fault accident (damage > $1,000) | $1,699 | $772 |
| DUI/DWI | $3,239 | $1,163 |
| Reckless driving | $4,636 | $760 |
| Speeding ticket | $2,045 | $747 |
Auto insurance companies rely on age to outline risk potential, pricing policies accordingly. Auto insurance is often most expensive for drivers younger than 25 — because of their inexperience — and most affordable for middle-aged drivers. Because each insurance company evaluates age tiers differently, it's wise to compare rates and find great coverage.
As a general rule, teen drivers should choose Erie over Farmers: the former's average annual rates are $4,280 less than the latter's..
| Age bracket | Farmers avg. annual premium | Erie avg. annual premium |
| Teens | $6,518 | $2,238 |
| 20s | $2,020 | $1,108 |
| 30s | $1,543 | $1,108 |
| 40s | $1,511 | $755 |
| 50s | $1,507 | $692 |
| 60s | $1,402 | $676 |
Aside from affordability, Farmers and Erie both have pros and cons, including discount programs, customer satisfaction ratings, add-ons, and financial stability. Dive into the data before making your decision.
| Discount Comparison | Farmers | Erie |
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| Ratings Comparison | Farmers | Erie |
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| Financial Strength | Excellent | Superior |
| JD Power Rankings | Below average | Above average |
| User Satisfaction | 4.3/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Other Products | Farmers | Erie |
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| Other Features | Farmers | Erie |
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| About | Farmers Auto Insurance knows that protecting your vehicle is more than just a basic obligation, which is why they provide all the value and flexibility you need, along with unparalleled customer and claim service. | Erie Insurance provides customers with the flexibility to customize their car insurance by offering over 30 extra policy features, along with the highest levels of customer service. |
| Roadside Assistance | Farmer's Roadside Assistance provides assistance for reasonable and necessary services up to $150, including towing, roadside winching, locksmith services, flat tire changes, and jump starts. | Erie provides 24-hour roadside assistance for an additional fee on your policy that covers reasonable auto towing and required labor cost at the site of your vehicle breakdown. |
| Additional Discounts | Farmers offers an additional discount for seniors. | Erie offers an additional discount called "Reduced Usage" that provides a lower rate on your policy if your vehicle is unused for 90 consecutive days during the policy period. |
| Recent Questions | Should senior citizens carry collision insurance? Thanks for the question! Comprehensive and collision are not state-mandated coverages. Though if she is financing the vehicle she would need to carry these coverages for her loan in most cases. Will PIP pay for my medical bills?Yes, personal injury protection (PIP) should cover any injuries resulting from an accident regardless of whether or not it was a single-vehicle accident. I would file a claim as soon as possible. Does Farmers allow exclusions?While I do not work for Farmers, it has been my experience that they do allow exclusions. Usually, you will need to call your agent or a customer service representation at their call sent and request an exclusion form. Will my farmers insurance cover my towing off the the NJ turnpikeAlthough I am not a Farmers insurance agent, my understanding of Farmer's Roadside Assistance program is you can either call their roadside service while your vehicle is inoperable and they will tow you up to $150 or you can be reimbursed for your troubles. However, this is all dependent on having towing and roadside on your policy. See More Questions | Will Erie reinstate my policy after non-payment? It's very likely they will reinstate your policy if you pay the amount past due and any potential fees associated with the cancellation. Because each company has their own administrative rules regarding reinstatement, it's very likely for you to be able to get your policy active again. See More Questions |
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