Why is the cost of car insurance in Lancaster different from other neighboring cities?

Things like parking situations, crime rates, and local laws, which are dependent on your address and area you live in, can significantly affect the cost of insurance relative to other cities.

Which car insurance company will offer me the cheapest rate in Lancaster?

Since the factors that go into calculating your monthly payment vary from person to person, there isn't one company that will always offer the cheapest rate to everybody. You can be confident that you're receiving the best price possible by using sites like Compare.com to compare multiple quotes at once.

Do I need to change my insurance if I move to Lancaster?

Any time you experience a major life event, whether it's moving to a new area, getting married, finding a new job, or other notable events, it's always a good idea to re-evaluate your current insurance. Certain companies offer cheaper insurance in certain cities, so even if you were getting the cheapest rate at your old address, it doesn't mean it'll still be the cheapest at your new home. That's why it's always good to use services like Compare.com to compare quotes from dozens of companies side-by-side.

Do I need to wait for my policy to expire to switch to a different car insurance company?

Not at all, in fact you can switch companies at any point, regardless of how much time is left on your current policy. If you're thinking about moving to Lancaster or haven't checked out the latest rates in your area for some time, it might be worth your while to take 10 minutes and see if Compare.com can save you any cash.

Lancaster, PA Car Insurance Quotes for 2026

Updated June 4, 2026

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Are rates in Lancaster higher or lower than those in neighboring areas? How do they compare to the rest of Pennsylvania? What rates should residents of Lancaster expect to pay for their car insurance? You can see the cost breakdowns and contributing factors in the charts and writeups below:

How much is car insurance in Lancaster?

Area	Average Monthly Car Insurance Premium
Lancaster	$55
PA	$71
United States	$81

Car insurance coverage in Lancaster is about $16 cheaper than it is in the rest of Pennsylvania.

When stacked up against the national average, the average monthly policy payment for Lancaster is more affordable. Car insurance rates for the U.S. as a whole are, on average, $26 more expensive than the rates you'd pay in Lancaster.

Bear in mind that while these are the average car insurance rates for Lancaster, you could end up paying something different. Insurance companies weigh a variety of factors when determining how much to charge you for car insurance. Your monthly premium is calculated off of your age, gender, vehicle make and model, driving record, and even your credit score depending on the circumstances.

But worry not, we've done the heavy lifting and broken down the average rate for Lancaster to help you understand what exactly you might be asked to pay. And if you're not sure if you're getting the cheapest rate for your area, simply enter your ZIP below and find out!

The Cheapest Car Insurance Companies in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

While they may not be the cheapest for everyone, the insurers listed below are a great place to start if you’re looking for more affordable coverage in Lancaster.

The below rates in Lancaster, PA, are estimated rates current as of: Wednesday, June 3 at 5:00 PM PDT.

Company	Average Monthly Premium
Hugo	$38
Mile Auto	$40
State Farm	$41
Progressive	$47
Auto-Owners	$49
Erie	$49
Commonwealth Casualty	$52
GEICO	$52
USAA	$53
Hugo	$54
State Farm	$54
The General	$54
Safeco	$55
Certainly	$56
National General	$58
American Family	$60
Erie	$62
First Acceptance	$62
Nationwide	$62
State Farm	$62
Auto-Owners	$66
AssuranceAmerica	$67
Trexis	$67
The General	$69
Trexis One	$69
First Acceptance	$72
Progressive	$74
Elephant	$75
Direct Auto	$76
GAINSCO	$77
USAA	$77
Clearcover	$80
Travelers	$80
Bristol West	$82
GEICO	$83
Auto-Owners	$84
Dairyland	$86
Safeco	$86
State Farm	$86
Allstate	$87
Root	$88
Direct Auto	$89
Mile Auto	$89
Progressive	$90
Allstate	$91
National General	$91
Allstate	$94
Foremost	$94
Liberty Mutual	$95
Bristol West	$98
GEICO	$99
Travelers	$99
Farmers	$101
USAA	$102
Aspire General	$104
Nationwide	$105
Root	$105
USAA	$108
Sun Coast	$110
USAA	$110
GEICO	$113
Dairyland	$114
Mercury	$114
National General	$114
GEICO	$118
Mercury	$121
First Acceptance	$123
Dairyland	$124
Chubb	$125
Insurify Car	$125
The General	$126
Nationwide	$127
Alinsco	$130
Liberty Mutual	$130
Foremost	$131
Lone Star	$132
GAINSCO	$133
Allstate	$134
Root	$135
Commonwealth Casualty	$138
GAINSCO	$138
Nationwide	$139
Allstate	$140
Direct Auto	$140
Clearcover	$141
State Auto	$141
Bristol West	$142
Dairyland	$143
Farmers	$143
Progressive	$143
Covercube	$144
Root	$144
Travelers	$145
Anchor	$146
State Auto	$146
Mendota	$149
AssuranceAmerica	$151
Excepsure	$153
Safeco	$154
Sun Coast	$154
Bristol West	$155
State Farm	$155
Safeco	$156
Kemper Special	$158
Direct Auto	$161
National General	$164
Travelers	$164
Loop	$166
Elephant	$170
Direct Auto	$175
Kemper Rsvp	$175
State Auto	$175
National General	$176
21st Century	$179
Root	$181
Chubb	$187
Trexis One	$193
Dairyland	$197
The General	$201
GAINSCO	$202
Liberty Mutual	$205
AssuranceAmerica	$210
21st Century	$216
Nationwide	$219
Hugo	$220
Insurify Car	$220
First Acceptance	$230
Hugo	$241
Liberty Mutual	$258
Chubb	$278
Bristol West	$285
Foremost	$299

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Average Car Insurance Rates by Age

Age Range	Average Premium
Under 18	$81
18-24	$79
25-34	$50
35-44	$47
45-54	$49
55-64	$39
65+	$43

Generally, the older you are, the more experienced you are on the roads. When it comes to car insurance bills, that experience pays off. As you can see, 18-24-year-olds pay $36 more than drivers 65 and older.

You can expect to see your monthly premium drop about once a decade or so. Having said that, once you approach retirement your rates may begin to go back up in Lancaster.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Gender

Gender	Average
Male	$55
Female	$56

Car insurance rates for women are generally cheaper than they are for men. In Lancaster, although men do pay slightly less on their monthly insurance rates, the price is about the same for either group.

Average Auto Insurance Rates by Driving Record

Infractions	Average Monthly Premium
1 Accident	$67
Multiple Accidents	$62
1 Ticket	$58
Multiple Tickets	$70

Your rates can change quite drastically depending on your driving record. Those with clean records will obviously pay significantly less than those with infractions. Drivers in Lancaster with a single accident will pay around $67 a month. Similarly, if you have one ticket on your record, you will be looking at an average rate of around $58.

Accidents, tickets, and other driving infractions can really hurt your wallet. So, if you're looking for cheap car insurance, drive carefully and keep a clean record.

Average Insurance Rates by Vehicle

Category	Price
Car	$57
SUV	$50
Truck/Van	$59

Vehicle Age	Average Monthly Premium
Less Than 1 Year	$50
2-3 Years	$54
4-5 Years	$50
6-7 Years	$50
8-10 Years	$61
11-14 Years	$53
15 Years or Older	$57

If you look at the first table above, you'll see that SUVs are by and large the cheapest vehicles to insure in Lancaster, with drivers paying around $50 per month to insure their vehicle.

Truck and van drivers will see rates of about $59, while the rates for car owners average out to about $57 a month.

Your vehicle's age can also affect your monthly bill. Generally, newer vehicles are going to cost the most to insure. However, once your car is close to 5 years old, you may start to see your monthly premium decrease. In Lancaster, the most expensive vehicles to insure are vehicles eight-to-ten years old.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Relationship Status

Relationship	Average Monthly Premium
Single (never married)	$57
Married	$43
Divorced	$51
Widowed	$54

Generally, people who are married will pay slightly less for insurance coverage. This can usually be attributed to their policies having multiple vehicles, a factor that will often get you a discount.

The difference in rates based on relationship status in Lancaster is about $14 a month, with married couples paying less for coverage than single drivers.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Housing Situation

Housing Status	Average Monthly Premium
Own	$50
Rent	$56
Live with parents	$71

Another factor taken into consideration is your housing situation. In Lancaster, homeowners can expect to pay around $6 a month less than those who rent. Those who live with their parents, however, can expect to pay a lot more.

That said, if you bundle your homeowners or rental insurance policy with your auto insurance, many companies will offer you a discount to make up for it and reduce your average costs.

Recent trends in car insurance for Lancaster drivers

Category	Price
2017	$72
2018	$49
2019	$46
2020	$52
2021	$61
2022	$42

Since average rates are constantly changing, it's a smart move to research the local trends in your area before choosing when and where to shop.

Auto insurance rates in Lancaster declined from 2017-2019, before increasing from 2020-2021. They finished down in 2022 at $42.

How does Lancaster compare to neighboring areas?

Category	Price
HARRISBURG	$53
YORK	$55
LEBANON	$55
PHILADELPHIA	$106
READING	$64

Why are car insurance rates in Lancaster different from other areas?

Car insurance companies look at numerous factors when they're deciding how much to charge for a policy. Many factors affecting your policy are based around where you call home. These factors include things like:

Road Safety (frequency of local car accidents)
Regional crime rates
Amount of drivers
Local laws
Off-street parking availability

A decent level of familiarity with these factors can be helpful when you're ready to purchase of a new policy or thinking about making a move. Different cities and towns will each have different rates, so guides like these are a handy way to learn more.

How can I find the cheapest car insurance in Lancaster?

In the end, the only way to know exactly what your rate will be is to request a quote from a car insurance company.

Fortunately, Compare.com does all of that work for you. Just type in your ZIP Code below, answer a few questions, and you'll be comparing the cheapest quotes from numerous car insurance companies providing auto coverage in Lancaster.

Lancaster Insurance FAQs

Why is the cost of car insurance in Lancaster different from other neighboring cities?
Things like parking situations, crime rates, and local laws, which are dependent on your address and area you live in, can significantly affect the cost of insurance relative to other cities.
Which car insurance company will offer me the cheapest rate in Lancaster?
Since the factors that go into calculating your monthly payment vary from person to person, there isn't one company that will always offer the cheapest rate to everybody. You can be confident that you're receiving the best price possible by using sites like Compare.com to compare multiple quotes at once.
Do I need to change my insurance if I move to Lancaster?
Any time you experience a major life event, whether it's moving to a new area, getting married, finding a new job, or other notable events, it's always a good idea to re-evaluate your current insurance. Certain companies offer cheaper insurance in certain cities, so even if you were getting the cheapest rate at your old address, it doesn't mean it'll still be the cheapest at your new home. That's why it's always good to use services like Compare.com to compare quotes from dozens of companies side-by-side.
Do I need to wait for my policy to expire to switch to a different car insurance company?
Not at all, in fact you can switch companies at any point, regardless of how much time is left on your current policy. If you're thinking about moving to Lancaster or haven't checked out the latest rates in your area for some time, it might be worth your while to take 10 minutes and see if Compare.com can save you any cash.

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