Car Insurance in Pennsylvania: Average Rates, Top Carriers, and Calculator (April 2026)
Average annual premium
$1,649
vs. national
4.1% below
Minimum liability
15/30/5 + $5k medical
Car insurance estimate — Pennsylvania
Client-side estimate using Pennsylvania's average annual premium as the baseline and typical underwriting multipliers. Not a quote. For actual pricing, request quotes from licensed carriers.
Why rates look this way in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average car insurance premium sits around $1,649 per year, which is roughly 4.1% below the national figure of $1,720. Individual quotes vary significantly with age, driving record, vehicle type, and credit-based rating where it is allowed. The table below shows the carriers with the largest market share in the state alongside a complaint index (1.00 is the national median; lower is better).
Premium differences between states reflect a mix of minimum-coverage requirements, weather and disaster exposure, medical-cost inflation in the tort claims market, and state-level regulation of rating factors. In Pennsylvania, the no-fault system shifts a portion of cost into required personal injury protection, which affects the composition of the typical premium.
- Minimum coverage: Pennsylvania is a choice no-fault state: drivers elect 'limited tort' or 'full tort' when buying a policy.
- Average premium position: 4.1% below the national figure.
- Largest carriers by market share: State Farm, GEICO, Progressive.
Note: the editorial commentary above is a templated summary while our per-state Claude-assisted commentary pipeline rolls out. Every figure is drawn from the sources listed at the top of this page; the prose does not introduce numbers beyond them.
Top 10 car insurance carriers in Pennsylvania
| Carrier | Avg annual premium | Market share | Complaint index |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Farm | $1,583 | 17.1% | 0.82 |
| GEICO | $1,501 | 14.2% | 1.05 |
| Progressive | $1,616 | 13.8% | 1.12 |
| Allstate | $1,764 | 10.4% | 0.91 |
| USAA | $1,385 | 6.3% | 0.44 |
| Liberty Mutual | $1,847 | 5.1% | 1.28 |
| Farmers | $1,715 | 4.6% | 1.15 |
| Nationwide | $1,665 | 2.4% | 0.97 |
| Travelers | $1,797 | 2.0% | 1.02 |
| American Family | $1,682 | 1.8% | 0.88 |
Source: NAIC Market Share (illustrative fixture), 2024. Complaint index: 1.00 = national median.
5-year premium trend in Pennsylvania
Trend reflects average annual premium across all policy types. Inflation adjustments are disclosed in the source notes below.
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See quotesFrequently asked questions
What is the minimum car insurance in Pennsylvania?
The legal minimum in Pennsylvania is 15/30/5 + $5k medical. Pennsylvania is a choice no-fault state: drivers elect 'limited tort' or 'full tort' when buying a policy.
How much does car insurance cost in Pennsylvania on average?
The average annual premium in Pennsylvania is approximately $1,649, compared with a national figure near $1,720. Individual quotes vary significantly with age, driving record, and credit.
Is Pennsylvania a no-fault state?
Yes. Pennsylvania uses a no-fault system, which means drivers must carry personal injury protection and typically recover medical costs from their own insurer regardless of fault.
Which carriers write the most policies in Pennsylvania?
State Farm, GEICO, Progressive, Allstate, and USAA generally dominate market share in Pennsylvania, though exact rankings shift year to year. The carrier table above shows the latest figures.
Does Pennsylvania allow credit-based insurance scores?
Most states allow insurers to use credit-based insurance scores as a rating factor. California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, and Michigan restrict or ban the practice. Pennsylvania's specific rule is listed on the state insurance department's website.
How often does RateOrchard refresh Pennsylvania data?
NAIC market share and complaint data update on a roughly annual cadence. FRED-based figures (interest rate indices used in our calculators) update daily. The box below lists the last refresh for this page.
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