Cheapest Car Insurance in Pittsburgh for 2026 - NerdWallet
Cheap Car Insurance in Pittsburgh for August 2026
Westfield offers the cheapest liability coverage in Pittsburgh, with an average rate of $508 per year according to NerdWallet's August 2026 analysis.
Drivers can get rates as low as $40/month.
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If you’re looking for cheap car insurance in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, you’ll want to shop around and compare quotes from multiple companies. Insurers use a variety of factors to determine the cost of auto insurance, including your age, address, the type of car you drive and your driving history, which means every driver will ultimately get a different rate. That’s why shopping around is your best bet to getting the cheapest car insurance in Pittsburgh — or anywhere.
To find the cheapest companies in Pittsburgh, NerdWallet looked at average full coverage rates calculated from public filings obtained by pricing analytics company Quadrant Information Services. We analyzed rates for male and female drivers for all ZIP codes in Pittsburgh driving a 2023 Toyota Camry LE.
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Did your rates go up? Auto insurance prices are on the rise in Pittsburgh. Be sure to get car insurance quotes from three or more companies to find the lowest rate possible.
Cheapest car insurance companies in Pittsburgh
The biggest variable in your insurance cost will be the company you choose, so you’ll want to shop around to be confident you’re getting the best rate. In Pittsburgh, these are the cheapest car insurance companies based on average rates for a 35-year-old driver with good credit and a clean driving record, according to NerdWallet’s most recent analysis. It's important to remember that rates are determined individually, so these may not be the cheapest companies for you.
| Company | Median annual rate |
|---|---|
| Travelers | $1,513 |
| Erie | $1,819 |
| American National | $1,848 |
| Encova | $1,894 |
| GEICO | $2,114 |
| Nationwide | $2,136 |
| State Farm | $2,144 |
| Westfield | $2,155 |
| Progressive | $2,525 |
| USAA* | $2,318 |
*USAA is available only to military families, veterans and some federal employees.
Average car insurance cost in Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania
Rates across Pennsylvania differ from those in Pittsburgh for lots of reasons. The number of accidents, the type of roads and even the weather can affect the rates drivers are charged. According to NerdWallet’s most recent analysis, the average rate in Pennsylvania is $2,287, while in Pittsburgh it's $2,435.
| Median City Rate | Median State Rate |
|---|---|
| $2,435 | $2,287 |
Average cost of car insurance in Pittsburgh’s largest ZIP codes
The cost of auto insurance varies based on where you live, even from one neighborhood to the next. Some parts of a city may have higher rates of accidents or thefts, which can lead to an increase in the price you pay. According to NerdWallet’s analysis, here are the most populated ZIP codes in Pittsburgh and the average annual cost of car insurance for a 35-year-old driver with good credit and a clean driving record.
| ZIP | Median Rate |
|---|---|
| 15237 | $2,196 |
| 15235 | $2,502 |
| 15236 | $2,195 |
| 15213 | $2,545 |
| 15227 | $2,322 |
| 15221 | $2,502 |
| 15206 | $2,545 |
| 15212 | $2,545 |
| 15217 | $2,545 |
| 15210 | $2,545 |
Cheap car insurance in Pittsburgh by age
Along with where you live, your age is another major factor in the price you pay for car insurance. For example, younger drivers usually pay more than older drivers with similar driving histories and credit scores due to having less experience on the road.
You could easily find that the cheapest company for you changes as you age. Here's a breakdown of prices in Pittsburgh for similar drivers at various ages, according to NerdWallet’s most recent analysis.
Cheapest for 20-year-olds
While teen drivers are the most likely to be in an accident, 20-year-old drivers are still relatively new to the road. A higher rate of accidents among younger drivers means they also pay more for car insurance. According to NerdWallet’s most recent analysis, here's what 20-year-olds in Pittsburgh might pay, on average.
| Company | Median annual rate |
|---|---|
| Travelers | $2,719 |
| Encova | $3,330 |
| American National | $3,444 |
| GEICO | $3,562 |
| Erie | $3,789 |
| Nationwide | $4,388 |
| Progressive | $4,540 |
| Westfield | $4,711 |
| State Farm | $5,072 |
| USAA* | $4,452 |
*USAA is available only to military families, veterans and some federal employees.
Cheapest for 35-year-olds
By 35, your car insurance rates should plateau. This is a great age to compare rates, as the cheapest insurer you found in your 20s may no longer be the best deal.
Here’s what 35-year-old drivers might pay, on average, in Pittsburgh, according to NerdWallet’s analysis.
*USAA is available only to military families, veterans and some federal employees.
Cheapest for 60-year-olds
At age 60, your car insurance rates are about as low as they're going to get if your history is clean. Most drivers in this age group have lots of experience on the road and established driving records, so insurers know what they're getting into and charge less accordingly. That doesn't mean you won't be able to save money by bundling or tapping into other discounts, so keep shopping around. Below are the cheapest companies, on average, in Pittsburgh, according to NerdWallet’s most recent analysis.
| Company | Median annual rate |
|---|---|
| Travelers | $1,283 |
| Erie | $1,524 |
| American National | $1,544 |
| Cumberland Mutual | $1,620 |
| Encova | $1,641 |
| Progressive | $1,788 |
| Nationwide | $1,850 |
| Westfield | $1,867 |
| State Farm | $1,898 |
| USAA* | $1,847 |
*USAA is available only to military families, veterans and some federal employees.
Pittsburgh’s cheapest companies and rates by driving record
Your driving history also plays a large role in your auto insurance rate. Drivers who have clean records will usually pay less than those with accidents, speeding tickets or other violations. Again, comparing insurance companies is your best bet to getting the lowest rate.
According to NerdWallet’s analysis, these are the average rates in Pittsburgh by company for good drivers and those with violations on their record.
Good drivers
Drivers without any marks on their records are almost always going to pay the lowest prices for auto insurance when compared to drivers with an accident or driving violation. Insurers set rates based on the potential risk of you filing a claim, and good drivers are considered among the least risky. Here are the average rates for good drivers in Pittsburgh according to NerdWallet’s most recent analysis.
*USAA is available only to military families, veterans and some federal employees.
Drivers with a DUI
Drivers with a DUI can struggle to find affordable insurance and may need to turn to a high-risk car insurance company. A DUI on your record means you should expect to pay substantially more than a driver without one.
Here are the average rates for drivers with a DUI in Pittsburgh according to NerdWallet’s most recent analysis.
| Company | Median annual rate |
|---|---|
| Travelers | $2,415 |
| American National | $2,752 |
| State Farm | $3,183 |
| Progressive | $3,277 |
| Allstate | $3,359 |
| Cumberland Mutual | $3,531 |
| Erie | $3,645 |
| GEICO | $4,038 |
| Nationwide | $4,175 |
| USAA* | $3,848 |
*USAA is available only to military families, veterans and some federal employees.
Drivers with an at-fault accident
If you've got an at-fault accident on your record, you'll pay more than a driver with a clean record, but likely less than someone with a DUI. Your insurance company may ask for details about the accident to determine your rate — a fender bender will likely be treated differently from an accident caused by running a red light. Here are the cheapest average rates for drivers with an at-fault accident on their record in Pittsburgh, according to NerdWallet’s most recent analysis.
| Company | Median annual rate |
|---|---|
| Travelers | $2,255 |
| Encova | $2,456 |
| Cumberland Mutual | $2,545 |
| American National | $2,580 |
| State Farm | $2,756 |
| Erie | $2,801 |
| Nationwide | $3,402 |
| GEICO | $3,683 |
| Westfield | $3,747 |
| USAA* | $3,332 |
*USAA is available only to military families, veterans and some federal employees.
Shop around to get cheap insurance
No matter what company you're currently getting auto insurance from, remember that it's important to shop around and compare quotes from multiple companies. Prices and offers change over time, and you may be able to save by switching to another insurer.
Be sure to take advantage of potential discounts. Many insurers offer car insurance discounts for things like bundling other types of insurance with your auto policy or going years without filing a claim.