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Mandy uses her background and experience working for well-known insurance companies like State Farm and Nationwide Insurance to create engaging and easy-to-understand content that helps readers make smarter insurance choices that have a positive effect on their budgets and finances.
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Taking advantage of discounts can help you save money on your car insurance. Some insurers offer a special military discount for current and former military servicemembers. Discount savings and availability vary by insurance company and state, but you could save 15% to 25% on your auto insurance premiums.
Allstate offers a discount for eligible military members who live in a certain area. Below, we break down the details of Allstate’s military discount — who qualifies, how much you could save, and more ways to cut costs on car insurance while navigating military life.
What Is the Allstate Military Discount?
Allstate offers a military discount only in Louisiana. Few insurers offer military discounts outside Louisiana, as it’s the only state requiring insurers to provide them.
Louisiana law mandates that insurance companies must provide a 25% discount on liability coverage to active-duty members of the following military branches:
Air Force
Army
Coast Guard
Marine Corps
National Guard
Navy
Reserves
You can only get the discount if you meet specific eligibility requirements, including proof of active service status and Louisiana residency. It also only applies to vehicles owned by a servicemember and insured on a Louisiana auto insurance policy.
Insurers in Louisiana must also offer discounts to veterans with at least 50% disability and military retirees.[1] Check with your Allstate agent for more details and to find out if you qualify for a military discount.
How Much Can You Save With the Allstate Military Discount?
Allstate doesn’t publicly share exact savings for its military discount, and, since it’s limited to Louisiana, customer data is sparse. Savings can vary based on coverage options, liability limits, and other policy discounts. Speak with an Allstate agent to find out how much you can save.
That said, multiple Reddit users report that Allstate has cheaper insurance rates than some military-focused car insurance companies like Armed Forces Insurance and USAA.[2]
One user said they got better coverage and saved 30% on their insurance policies by switching to Allstate from USAA. Another user compares quotes annually, and Allstate consistently offers the most affordable rates.[3] [4] [5]
How does Allstate’s military discount compare to competitors?
Several insurance companies offer military discounts, including GEICO, USAA, State Farm, and Progressive. Check out the table below to see Allstate’s average rates, discount availability, and maximum potential savings compared to its competitors, according to our research.
Company | Average Full-Coverage Premium | Offers a Military Discount? | Discount Availability | Maximum Discount Savings |
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Allstate | $130 | Yes | Available only in Louisiana | Up to 25% |
GEICO | $147 | Yes | May vary by state | Up to 15% |
USAA | $97 | Yes | May vary by state | Varies |
State Farm | $115 | Yes | Available only in Louisiana | Up to 25% |
Progressive | $165 | Yes | Available only in Louisiana | Up to 25% |
GEICO and USAA are some of the only insurers offering a military discount outside of Louisiana.
USAA offers multiple military benefits, including emergency deployment insurance, which can save you up to 60% when storing your vehicle during active deployment. USAA also provides up to 15% off comprehensive coverage when parking your car on a military base.
How to Get the Allstate Military Discount
Here’s how to get the Allstate military discount if you qualify:
Complete the military discount form. Fill out the Louisiana Application for Military Discount form with your full name, Louisiana home address, phone number, insurance company, policy number, and military status.[6] Remember to sign and date the form.
Provide the form and documentation to your Allstate agent. Give your Allstate agent the completed form and supporting documentation. You’ll need either a copy of your military orders or a letter from your commanding officer on official unit letterhead.
Check your policy for the discount. Once you submit the form and documentation to your agent, check your policy to make sure Allstate adds the discount. It may take a week for the discount to appear on your policy.
Confirm the savings on your next billing statement. Check your next policy statement to make sure the discount shows on your bill. Contact your agent if you don’t see a drop in your premiums.
Now, let’s take a look at a few other discounts Allstate offers.
Other Allstate Discounts to Consider
Allstate offers 12 car insurance discounts in addition to its military discount. You can even stack most of them together to maximize your savings.
Some other discounts to consider:
Multi-policy: Out of all of the company’s discounts, Allstate’s multi-policy discount can save you the most money. You can save up to 25% by bundling your auto and homeowners or renters insurance with Allstate.
New car: Get a new car discount for buying a current or one-year-old model.
Auto pay: Set up automatic payments for your insurance bill for an auto-pay discount.
Paperless: Get a paperless discount by signing up to receive your policy documents online.
Safe driving: Avoid accidents and risky driving to get a safe driving bonus at each renewal.
Anti-theft device: You could get a discount if your vehicle has anti-theft features like a car alarm, security lock, or recovery system.
Allstate Military Discount FAQs
Understanding the discounts available to military members can help you find the auto coverage you need at the best price. We answered common questions about Allstate’s military discount to help you get the most out of your policy.
Does Allstate offer a discount for the military?
Yes, but only in Louisiana. Active-duty military members of all branches, including reservists, can save up to 25% on their auto insurance with Allstate.
Which insurance company offers the largest military discount?
Direct Auto, Nationwide, and State Farm offer up to 25% off for military members, but only in select states. If you store your vehicle on a military base, you could save up to 60% with USAA car insurance.
How much of a discount does the military get on car insurance?
It depends. Military discount amounts vary by insurance company and where you live or your station.
What discounts does Allstate offer?
Allstate offers 12 auto insurance discounts, including a military discount for active-duty and reserve military members in Louisiana. Other discounts Allstate offers include multi-policy, good student, early signing, auto pay, paid-in-full, and responsible payer.
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Mandy Sleight has over 15 years of insurance knowledge and expertise in auto, home, life, health, pet, supplemental benefits, and other insurance products. She’s a sought-after insurance expert, appearing in Bankrate.com, Moneygeek.com, U.S. News & World Report, Reviews.com, CNET, and other publications, and she's been writing for Compare.com since 2023.
Mandy uses her background and experience working for well-known insurance companies like State Farm and Nationwide Insurance to create engaging and easy-to-understand content that helps readers make smarter insurance choices that have a positive effect on their budgets and finances.
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Matthew Gross is an editor at Compare.com. With a background in editing and SEO, he’s passionate about creating content that helps readers get the information they need to make more informed decisions. Prior to Compare.com, Matthew brought his user-centered approach to his work with global brands like Apple and Adobe.
Matthew graduated from Illinois State University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Journalism.