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Rating: 3.9 stars out of 5
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Auto
Rating: 4.1 stars out of 5
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Cost & ratings
Rating: 4.33 stars out of 5
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Coverage
Rating: 3.5 stars out of 5
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Support
Rating: 4.17 stars out of 5
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Home
Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
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Cost & ratings
Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
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Coverage
Rating: 4.33 stars out of 5
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Rating: 4 stars out of 5
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Life
Rating: 3.3 stars out of 5
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Rating: 4 stars out of 5
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Rating: 3.5 stars out of 5
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Rating: 1.5 stars out of 5
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If you live in Erie’s 12-state coverage region or Washington D.C., it’s worth checking out personalized rates from Erie for auto, home or life insurance. Erie boasts consistently high J.D. Power satisfaction scores for both auto and home insurance and offers a wide range of coverage and discounts at affordable average prices.
Excellent customer satisfaction scores from J.D. Power for home and auto
Erie Rate Lock could prevent auto premium increases
Pet coverage and diminishing deductibles available
Offers guaranteed replacement cost coverage for home insurance
Auto
Avg. annual premium for full coverage
$2,192
Avg. annual premium for min coverage
$723
Home
Avg. annual premium for $300k dwelling coverage
$1,711
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What’s new with Erie?
In April 2024, Erie Insurance announced nearly $900,000 in grants for educational nonprofits through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program in Erie’s home state of Pennsylvania.
In 2023, the Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) opened an investigation into complaints from Baltimore insurance agencies contracted with Erie alleging that Erie pushed agencies into unfair underwriting practices that amounted to redlining. The investigation found that Erie encouraged agencies to reject policies based on race, socioeconomic status and neighborhood. Erie has since sued MIA in two courts to challenge these findings.
Erie car insurance review
Based in Erie, Pennsylvania since 1925, Erie Insurance serves 12 Northeast states and Washington, D.C. In 2024, Erie’s auto insurance product earned a Bankrate Score of 4.0 out of 5, which reflects the company’s strong coverage options, high customer satisfaction scores and overall financial strength along with its main weaknesses: limited regional availability and digital tools that get mixed reviews from users.
In addition to standard coverage options like liability insurance, comprehensive coverage and collision coverage, Erie offers some policy customization options that aren’t found everywhere: pet injury coverage, windshield repair, travel expense coverage, accident forgiveness and diminishing deductibles. They offer a telematics program called YourTurn that rewards safe driving and a Rate Lock feature (known as RateProtect in New York) which gives customers the ability to lock in a single rate with no possibility of future increases unless they add or remove a car or driver or change their address, which could be a powerful saving tool for some policyholders.
Pros and cons of Erie car insurance
Erie's coverage options and customer satisfaction scores make it one of the best car insurance companies in states where it writes policies. Comparing pros and cons of Erie auto insurance may help you decide if the company could be a good fit for your needs.
Pros
Above-average J.D. Power Scores for customer and claim satisfaction
Erie Rate Lock may help keep rates stable over time
Full coverage policies automatically include pet injury coverage and travel expenses
Cons
Limited state availability
Can’t file a claim through the mobile app
Erie car insurance cost
Based on our analysis of average premiums from Quadrant Information Services, Erie is one of the cheapest car insurance companies for drivers with clean records. Erie’s full coverage car insurance costs an average of $2,192 per year, while minimum coverage averages $723 per year.
Comparatively, the national average cost of car insurance for both coverage levels is higher, at $2,685 per year for full coverage and $800 per year for minimum coverage. Actual rates may vary based on car insurance rating factors, but the premium data below may be a useful comparison tool.
How much is Erie car insurance?
While Erie car insurance premiums are typically well below the national average for drivers with clean records, your credit-based insurance score and driving record could impact what you pay. The table below shows average premium data provided by Quadrant Information Services for a variety of risk profiles. Keep in mind that not all insurers will write policies for drivers with a DUI conviction: if this is your situation, Erie or other insurance companies may choose to deny coverage.
Age is a rating factor in every state where Erie offers auto insurance. Teens and newly licensed drivers are at a much higher risk of causing car crashes due to a lack of driving experience. Drivers under the age of 25 are also statistically more likely to engage in distracted driving or speeding and are less likely to wear a seat belt. These risk factors are reflected in higher premiums.
However, Erie offers opportunities for teens to find cheap car insurance with good student and driver training discounts. Teens and other young drivers may also save money by remaining on their parents' auto insurance policy until they move out on their own. The following average premiums are based on a motorist on their parents' policy with a clean driving record, as well as drivers listed on their own policies. It’s also important to note that minor teens cannot buy their own policies without content of a parent or guardian.
*All rates displayed are average annual rates. Rates are based on our good driver profile, with 16- and 18-year-old drivers added to their parents’ policy.
Every insurance company prices auto coverage differently, and those pricing differences are subject to change as underwriting practices shift. That’s why comparison shopping is so important for consumers — comparing rates allows you to find the best fit with your insurance needs and risk profile.
In our analysis of average premium data, we found that Erie’s average rates for full coverage were comparable to other small regional carriers but lower than most major national insurers. In the case of state minimum coverage, Erie’s rates are closer to the middle of the pack, but still well below many larger competitors.
Evaluating how well an insurance carrier meets the needs of its policyholders can be difficult. To help get a better picture, we look at third-party ratings from J.D. Power and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). J.D. Power conducts regular studies of customer satisfaction and auto claims satisfaction for insurers across the U.S., rating each carrier on a 1,000-point scale. The NAIC tracks customer complaints for each insurer and compares the rate of complaints to the carrier’s size, issuing a complaint index score with an industry baseline of 1.00.
In ratings from both organizations, Erie shows a consistent record of excellent customer service, with the highest J.D. Power customer satisfaction score in multiple regions and a complaint rate below the industry average for its size.
Erie auto claims satisfaction
Erie earns high customer satisfaction scores in the regions it writes policies in. In the 2023 J.D. Power Auto Insurance Study, it earned the top rank in the Mid-Atlantic and North Central regions and the second-highest rank in the Southeast. In the 2023 J.D. Power U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study, Erie ranked second in the market, with an overall customer satisfaction score of 902 out of 1,000.
J.D. Power Auto Claims Satisfaction Study
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Erie auto insurance customer complaints
Erie’s NAIC auto insurance complaint index scores have fluctuated over the past three years based on NAIC annual benchmarking. In 2023, Erie scored 0.81, meaning it received less than the industry average of complaints for its private passenger auto insurance. That’s higher than 2022’s index of 0.57, but still below average. With scores well below the industry benchmark, Erie demonstrates a strong and improving regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction track record for its auto insurance offerings.
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Diminishing deductible: With this option — while not a discount — your deductible may be reduced by $100 for each claim-free policy year, up to a $500 maximum. This feature is only available to policyholders who purchase the Auto Plus endorsement, and its availability may vary by state.
Bundling and multi-policy discount: Erie may extend both bundling and multi-policy discounts to policyholders who carry more than one insurance policy with the company.
Vehicle storage discount: If you plan to store your insured vehicle for 90 days or more, Erie can reduce your premium to reflect that limited usage in most states other than Kentucky.
Paid-in-full discount: Erie may extend a discount to policyholders who pay their annual car insurance premium in one lump sum, rather than monthly installments.
ERIE Rate Lock: In states where it’s available, this endorsement freezes your auto insurance premium year after year so that your rate can only increase if you add or remove a driver or vehicle or change the address where your car is garaged.
Youthful driver discounts: Drivers under 21 could earn multiple discounts from Erie, either for spending multiple consecutive years on another Erie policy or for completing an approved driver training course.
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Erie home insurance review
Erie’s home insurance earned a Bankrate Score of 4.4 out of 5 based on an assessment of its strengths — stellar customer service, robust yet affordable coverage and strong financial strength ratings — and weaknesses — poor digital capabilities and limited regional accessibility. Overall, Erie’s high customer satisfaction scores from J.D. Power and overall cheap home insurance rates make it a strong choice for many homeowners in the areas where it’s available.
Guaranteed replacement cost coverage is a standard part of Erie homeowners policies, and flood insurance is available as an optional endorsement. Other features of an Erie standard homeowners policy include extended coverage for animals, birds and fish and more extensive personal property coverage, including coverage for valuables.
Pros and cons of Erie homeowners insurance
If you're considering Erie for your homeowners insurance needs, it may be helpful to compare perks and drawbacks you may experience with the carrier. Here are a few of the key pros and cons Bankrate's editorial team identified:
Pros
Guaranteed dwelling replacement cost coverage is standard on Erie homeowners policies
Ranked first in J.D. Power's 2023 U.S. Home Insurance Study for customer satisfaction
Standard home insurance policies include up to $500 in pet coverage
Cons
Only a few discounts available
Few optional coverages available
Not available in all states
Erie home insurance cost
Affordability extends to Erie’s homeowners insurance, which is $1,711 per year for $300K in coverage. This is 25 percent less than the national average cost of homeowners insurance of $2,267 per year for the same amount of dwelling coverage.
$150K dwelling
Erie average premium
$1,179
National average premium
$1,370
$300K dwelling
Erie average premium
$1,711
National average premium
$2,267
$350K dwelling
Erie average premium
$1,908
National average premium
$2,534
$450K dwelling
Erie average premium
$2,377
National average premium
$3,066
$750K dwelling
Erie average premium
$3,495
National average premium
$4,399
Compare Erie homeowners insurance rates
Because each home insurance company prices policies differently, some homeowners may find the cheapest rates with Erie, while others might find better deals with another company. Comparison shopping is the only way to determine which carrier has the best quote for your individual profile, but the average rates below, drawn from Quadrant Information Services, give a general indication of how Erie’s prices typically stack up against the competition.
Third-party ratings from expert organizations can offer insight into how well home insurance companies meet their customers’ needs. In the case of Erie’s home insurance offerings, we looked to the 2024 J.D. Power U.S. Property Claims Satisfaction Study to understand how well Erie handles the claims process, and to the NAIC Complaint Index to determine whether Erie receives an undue number of customer complaints.
Erie homeowners claims satisfaction
In 2024, Erie fell from the top spot in the J.D. Power U.S. Property Claims Satisfaction Study into third place, ranking behind Amica and AIG with a score of 888 out of 1,000 — still 19 points above the industry average. The company still ranks first in the 2023 J.D. Power U.S. Home Insurance Study for both home and renters insurance, indicating a customer service experience well above that of many peer companies.
J.D. Power Property Claims Satisfaction Study
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Erie home insurance customer complaints
Erie's homeowners complaint index has remained well below the industry benchmark of 1.00, with its 2023 score of 0.50 indicating that it receives half the average number of customer complaints for a company its size. While that represents a slight increase from the past two years, it’s still a comfortably low number.
NAIC Complaint Index home insurance product
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Erie home insurance discounts
Many of the best home insurance companies offer substantial discounts that may help you save on your premium. Advertised home insurance discounts with Erie include:
Safety features discount: You may earn a discount if your home is equipped with safety features like smoke alarms, security systems and an automatic sprinkler system.
Advanced quote discount: Obtain an Erie homeowners insurance quote seven to 60 days before your current policy’s renewal date and you might earn a discount.
Multi-policy discounts: Bundling your home, renters or life insurance policy with your car insurance can earn you a discount with Erie.
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Erie life insurance review
Erie offers four life insurance products: term life, whole life, universal life and Erie’s exclusive ERIExpress Life. Erie’s term life insurance may be a good option for those who want a fixed coverage term and intend for the policy to pay for expenses that may be burdensome to loved ones, such as funeral costs and mortgage or credit card debt.
Whole life and universal life have no fixed terms, but universal life offers the most flexible death benefit. Erie’s unique ERIExpress Life policy may be ideal for people looking for a life insurance quote with a simplified application and fast approval. For customers who aren’t sure what they’re looking for in a life insurance policy, Erie’s website offers a life insurance calculator planning tool designed to help individuals estimate the type and amount of coverage they need.
Pros and cons of Erie life insurance
Pros
Multi-policy discounts available for policyholders with a life and home or auto policy
ERIExpress may be available without a medical exam
Variety of policy types to choose from
Cons
Only one rider advertised to customize coverage
Online quoting is not available
Only writes policies in 12 states and the District of Columbia
Erie life insurance riders
The best life insurance company may be different for everyone, and each policy type serves a different purpose. Life insurance riders may modify and extend your life insurance coverage as well as impacting the cost of life insurance.
Erie's life insurance coverage only offers one rider:
Long-term care (LTC) accelerated death benefit rider: Only available for certain universal and whole life policies, this rider allows policyholders to use a portion of the policy’s death benefit to help pay for long-term medical expenses. If a licensed health professional confirms that the policyholder is unable to perform at least two functions of daily living independently — such as eating, bathing or using the bathroom — the benefit can kick in.
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Erie offers a variety of auto, home and life insurance products, but it does not write policies in all states. Comparing car insurance rates and other insurance products between different companies can help you find the best price. If you live outside Erie’s service area or need an insurer that offers a more diverse portfolio of products, take a look at these comparisons and consider getting an online car insurance or home insurance quote from one of the following carriers.
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Bankrate scores primarily reflect a weighted rank of industry standard ratings for financial strength and customer experience, in addition to average quoted rates. A secondary assessment of each provider's online and mobile resources and policy management options also contributed to overall ratings
Bankrate scores primarily reflect a weighted rank of industry standard ratings for financial strength and customer experience, in addition to average quoted rates. A secondary assessment of each provider's online and mobile resources and policy management options also contributed to overall ratings
Bankrate scores primarily reflect a weighted rank of industry standard ratings for financial strength and customer experience, in addition to average quoted rates. A secondary assessment of each provider's online and mobile resources and policy management options also contributed to overall ratings
Bankrate identified key carrier features, coverage offerings, discounts and more
Only available in 12 states and Washington, D.C., Erie provides affordable rates for auto and home insurance, with plentiful coverage options beyond the industry standard.
Allstate tied for a 2024 Bankrate Award for Best Homeowners Insurance Company overall and may be a great fit for anyone outside of Erie’s coverage network who is seeking multiple types of insurance.
A wider geographic range and more home insurance endorsements than Erie could give Travelers an advantage for some customers who prefer to manage their auto and home insurance in one place.
The insurance market can be complicated, but Bankrate's insurance editorial team used our unique perspective to bring readers the information they need to make educated decisions when shopping for a policy.
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Is Erie a good insurance company?
Overall, Erie is among the highest-rated home and auto insurance companies in the states it serves, based on average premium data, third-party ratings and a review of the company’s options for coverage, endorsements and discounts. It may also be a good choice for life insurance if you prefer to manage all your policies in one place. High marks in J.D. Power customer and claims satisfaction studies, along with a low rate of customer complaints for both home and auto insurance, set Erie apart in an industry that frequently generates frustration for consumers.
For both auto and home insurance, Erie’s standard offerings go a step beyond the industry standard with built-in auto glass repair and pet coverage for full coverage auto insurance and guaranteed replacement cost coverage for home insurance. These little extras, combined with average rates that are nonetheless well below the industry average, could make a big difference for car and homeowners. The major drawbacks we saw with Erie were lackluster mobile tools — you can’t file a claim through the company’s app — and reported difficulties from some applicants in getting coverage.
If you prefer to handle all your insurance business via an app, Erie may not be the best fit. But if you’re comfortable working through a local agent and taking a more old-school approach to claims and communication with your insurer, it’s worth getting a quote from Erie if they offer coverage in your area.
What are real-life customers saying about Erie?
Third-party ratings and premium data can give an overview of an insurance company’s success in serving customers, but in practice, insurance is more complicated. User experiences can vary significantly depending on individual circumstances, risk profiles, budgets and more. That’s why Bankrate’s insurance editorial team took time reading comments from social media and forum users to hear from actual customers who have policies from Erie.
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Reddit users have compared notes on Erie Insurance in a wide range of communities, from forums focused on auto, home and life insurance to regional subreddits seeking local advice. Many of those commenting on their Erie experience reported being with the company for many years. Many users said their claims experience was smooth and their rates low.
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I'm an agent who switched from the company...
"I'm an agent who switched from the company I work for to Erie. I have had Erie for years. Had a homeowners claim a few years ago. Claim process was fast and painless. Auto and home were significantly cheaper for me, as well as 1 mil umbrella who's premium is a whopping $70 a year. I have half a mil in liability on my auto insurance. I have a mid 2000s truck who's premium is only mid 20s per month with comp and collision on it. It doesn't mean they will be for everyone tho."
"We have auto, home, and life with them. Very happy with both the company and our rep. Their office is always quick and helpful. The company has been responsive and unargumentative whenever I've had to file a claim. They even let me suggest places to find a comparable vehicle to them after I totaled my used police car. The rates are good."
On Bogleheads.org, a forum dedicated to investing and personal finance advice, users discussed Erie’s merits and drawbacks compared to other insurers, particularly in the home insurance space. Most of the commentary was positive, with a few commenters complaining of difficulty getting applications approved and others reporting significant premium increases.
Bogleheads User 1*
Jan 29, 2023
Auto claims
"I've had Erie auto for 30+ years and they've always been very easy to work with on auto claims. A couple of different auto body shops I've used have commented on how they allow them to do the job right and get properly compensated. I also have them for home insurance, but never made a claim."
"I've been with Erie everything for 30 years and this year had a 42% increase on the home. I shopped around and found a couple that were overall less on combined home and auto, but I ended staying with Erie because of the excellent service that I've had all these years. I'll see what happens next year and re-evaluate."
Taken together, these Erie insurance reviews from Reddit and Bogleheads users reflect the highly personalized nature of auto, home and life insurance: the best insurance company for one policyholder could cause headaches for another customer, and rates can vary significantly depending on circumstance.
Bankrate staff insights
"Erie's online experience makes it very easy to pay my auto insurance bill. There's a clear callout on how much is due & when, that when clicked takes you to an experience where it only takes 2 clicks to make your payment. They do a good job reminding you when your bill is due, sending both an email and physical mail about a month ahead of the payment date. I pay my home insurance out of the escrow account within my mortgage provider. It seems like Erie is efficient in communicating with the mortgage provider so that when rates increase a bit (and as such the old escrow payments no longer would fully cover the cost) they adjust the monthly escrow payment quickly to accommodate."
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Erie company details
To get in contact with Erie, you can use the main customer service number for most inquiries. If you need to make a claim or summon roadside assistance, Erie has dedicated numbers for these tasks.
Glass claims: 1-800-552-3743, via mobile app or online
Roadside assistance: 1-888-367-3743 or file online
State availability
Erie writes car and home insurance policies in Washington, D.C. and the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Erie also sells life insurance in Washington, D.C. and all of the aforementioned states, except New York.
Erie tools and benefits
Life insurance calculator: Erie provides a life insurance calculator on its website to help customers decide which type of policy may best fit their needs. From there, customers can ask to be paired with an independent Erie agent to get a quote.
Business insurance products: Erie also offers business insurance, including business automobile insurance. Business policies may protect a variety of businesses, including breweries, contractors, religious organizations, retailers and veterinarians.
Financial services: Erie offers Medicare supplemental coverage (Medigap) and retirement accounts, including annuities and individual retirement accounts (IRAs).
Renters, condo and mobile home insurance: Erie offers a variety of insurance policies for other dwellings and living situations.
Flood insurance: Homeowners who live in a flood zone or anywhere that experiences occasional flooding may want to consider flood insurance since flooding is not included in a standard home insurance policy. Erie sells flood insurance backed by a federally funded flood carrier, American Bankers Insurance Company.
Personal valuables insurance: This coverage may be purchased to financially protect jewelry, art, sports equipment, collections, musical instruments and more.
Frequently asked questions about Erie
Erie gives auto and home insurance policyholders two ways to file a claim by phone. They can contact their Erie agent or call the 24/7 claims center at 800-367-3743. Life insurance customers can file a claim by contacting their Erie agent or by calling 800-458-0811. However, Erie’s mobile app does not allow users to file a claim digitally.
Through The Giving Network, Erie and its employees volunteer time and money with organizations focused on community building, environmental responsibility and safety. These initiatives include partnering with United Way and the American Red Cross, as well as supporting other culture and arts organizations, entrepreneurship, education and environmental responsibility. In 2022, The Giving Network supported 878 charities and matched 38,000 gifts from employees.
Erie is considered a super-regional insurer with coverage spanning 12 states and Washington D.C. Erie offers auto and home insurance in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Erie also offers affordable life insurance in all of these states except New York.
Yes, Erie is ranked 414th on the 2023 Fortune 500 list of the largest American companies. This is the 20th year in a row that Erie has held a place on this list.
Erie offers bundling discounts for almost all of its policies. The most popular bundles are auto and home insurance or auto and renters insurance, which can save customers up to 25 percent, depending on the state. You can also have different types of insurance bundles. Policyholders who have an auto policy with Erie may be able to bundle motorcycle, condo, umbrella or life insurance policies together.
The Erie Insurance controversy revolves around allegations by Baltimore-area insurance agencies that Erie engaged in discriminatory practices that barred drivers whose applications would otherwise have been accepted on the basis of their socioeconomic status or neighborhood. The Maryland Insurance Administration investigated these claims in 2023 and found them credible, but Erie has denied the allegations and sued the administration.
Methodology
Auto
Bankrate utilizes Quadrant Information Services to analyze April 2025 rates for all ZIP codes and carriers in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Rates are weighted based on the population density in each geographic region. Quoted rates for our base profile are based on the following characteristics and coverage levels:
40 year old
Single male and female driver
2023 Toyota Camry
Primary vehicle
Good credit score
Clean driving record
Commutes 5 days
Bodily injury liability
$100,000 per person
$300,000 per accident
Property damage liability
$50,000 per accident
Personal injury protection
$100,000 per accident
Uninsured motorist bodily injury
$100,000 per person
$300,000 per accident
Collision deductible
$500
Comprehensive deductible
$500
Other profiles
These rates were calculated based on the following insurance credit tiers assigned to our drivers: “poor, average, good (base) and excellent.” Insurance credit tiers factor in your official credit scores but are not dependent on that variable alone. Four states prohibit or limit the use of credit as a rating factor in determining auto insurance rates: California, Hawaii, Massachusetts and Michigan.
Rates were calculated by evaluating our base profile with the following incidents applied: clean record (base), at-fault accident, single speeding ticket, single DUI conviction and lapse in coverage.
Rates were calculated by evaluating our base profile with the ages 18-60 (base: 40 years) applied. Depending on age, drivers may be a renter or homeowner. Age is not a contributing rating factor in Hawaii and Massachusetts due to state regulations.
These are sample rates and should only be used for comparative purposes.
Home
Bankrate utilizes Quadrant Information Services to analyze April 2025 rates for all ZIP codes and carriers in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Quoted rates for our base profile are based on the following characteristics and coverage levels:
40 year old
Married male and female homeowners
2017 build year
Primary home
Good credit score
Clean claim history
Dwelling coverage
$300,000
Other structures coverage
$30,000
Personal property coverage
$150,000
Loss of use coverage
$60,000
Liability coverage
$500,000
Medical payment coverage
$1,000
Additional profiles:
Coverage A, Dwelling: $150,000, $350,000, $450,000
Coverage B, Other Structures: $15,000, $35,000, $45,000
Coverage C, Personal Property: $75,000, $175,000, $225,000
Coverage D, Loss of Use: $30,000, $70,000, $90,000
Coverage E, Liability: $500,000
Coverage F, Medical Payments: $1,000
These are sample rates and should only be used for comparative purposes.
Bankrate Scores
Our Bankrate Score considers variables our insurance editorial team determined impacts policyholders’ experiences with an insurance company. These rating factors include a robust assessment of each company’s product availability, financial strength ratings, online capabilities and customer and claims support accessibility. Each factor was added to a category, and these categories were weighted in a tiered approach to analyze how companies perform in key customer-impacting categories.
Each category was assigned a metric to determine performance, and the weighted sum adds up to a company’s total Bankrate Score — out of 5 points. Our scoring model provides a comprehensive view, indicating when companies excel across several key areas and highlighting where they fall short.
Overall rating
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Rating: 5 stars out of 5
Overall Score
Cost & ratings50%
Coverage & savings30%
Support20%
Tier 1 (Cost & ratings): To determine how well auto and home insurance companies satisfy these priorities, average quoted premiums from Quadrant Information Services (if available), as well as any of the latest third-party agency ratings from J.D. Power, AM Best, Demotech and the NAIC, were analyzed.
Tier 2 (Coverage & savings): We assessed companies’ coverage options and availability to help policyholders find a provider that balances cost with coverage. Additionally, we evaluated each company’s discount options listed on its website.
Tier 3 (Support): To encompass the many ways an auto and home insurance company can support policyholders, we analyzed avenues of customer accessibility along with community support. This analysis incorporated additional financial strength ratings from S&P and Moody’s and factored a company’s corporate sustainability efforts.
Tier scores are unweighted to show the company's true score in each category out of a possible five points.
What policyholders are saying about Erie
Erie has 49 reviews
Dive into community reviews below and see what others think about Erie.
4.4
49
ratings
Star ranking and total number reflects the lifetime customer reviews received while this lender has been an advertiser on Bankrate.
To help serve you with relevant information, the customer reviews shown are limited to only those that this advertiser has received during the past 12 months.
94% of consumers recommend this insurer
Score breakdown
5 stars
55%
4 stars
39%
3 stars
2%
2 stars
0%
1 star
4%
Score by category
Overall rating4.4 / 5
Original cost4.0 / 5
Coverage4.5 / 5
Customer Support4.2 / 5
How we got these ratings
In May 2024, Bankrate collaborated with market research firm SliceMR to survey over 1,500 insurance customers nationwide, asking policyholders to rate their insurer’s cost, coverage, customer support and overall experience on a five-point scale. Bankrate and SliceMR collected and analyzed these customer ratings, along with website analytics and responses to three open-ended questions regarding customer experience. Responses are based on individual policyholders’ policy details and personal experience, and therefore cannot be verified for accuracy. Users received an incentive for their feedback. All ratings are unedited and have not been reviewed or approved by insurance carriers. User-generated ratings are separate from carrier Bankrate Scores — which are calculated based on our proprietary methodology — and may not match.
Community Reviews
See what users like you are saying about Erie.
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
Name the number one reason that you’d recommend staying with this insurer and the number one reason that you’d consider leaving for a different company.
It is the best insurance company. Customer service is excellent. We have had Erie Insurance for many years
Insurance Type
Auto + Home
Score by category
Original cost5/ 5
Customer Support5/ 5
Coverage5/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
Name the number one reason that you’d recommend staying with this insurer and the number one reason that you’d consider leaving for a different company.
Erie insurance is a local hands on company that provides everything I want in a home insurance. They are excellent with service and reliable. I just wish they had lower car insurance rates
Insurance Type
Home
Score by category
Original cost4/ 5
Customer Support5/ 5
Coverage5/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
What made you choose this insurer over others for your auto and/or home insurance?
Recommended by other local people. I don’t see any difference from other insurers. I like having a local office and agent.
Insurance Type
Auto + Home
Score by category
Original cost3/ 5
Customer Support3/ 5
Coverage4/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
Name the number one reason that you’d recommend staying with this insurer and the number one reason that you’d consider leaving for a different company.
Their customer support is good. Prices are ok as long as you don’t have any accidents even when they are not your fault
Insurance Type
Home
Score by category
Original cost4/ 5
Customer Support3/ 5
Coverage5/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
Name the number one reason that you’d recommend staying with this insurer and the number one reason that you’d consider leaving for a different company.
Their support team is always friendly.
Insurance Type
Home
Score by category
Original cost3/ 5
Customer Support4/ 5
Coverage5/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
Name the number one reason that you’d recommend staying with this insurer and the number one reason that you’d consider leaving for a different company.
Good premium and coverage. You still get to talk to people!
Insurance Type
Auto + Home
Score by category
Original cost5/ 5
Customer Support5/ 5
Coverage5/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
What made you choose this insurer over others for your auto and/or home insurance?
They were recommended by our realtor and we were new to the area. We could bundle our policies and that was desirable. Don't know that they are the lowest cost, but easy to deal with.
Insurance Type
Auto + Home
Score by category
Original cost3/ 5
Customer Support3/ 5
Coverage4/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
Name the number one reason that you’d recommend staying with this insurer and the number one reason that you’d consider leaving for a different company.
I am definitely going to be switching. I have had zero accidents no speeding tickets. No infractions for over 20 years and every year my policy goes up. I just got my new policy and it jumped 548 for the year. Time to find someone new
Insurance Type
Auto
Score by category
Original cost2/ 5
Customer Support3/ 5
Coverage4/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
Name the number one reason that you’d recommend staying with this insurer and the number one reason that you’d consider leaving for a different company.
Would stay for the reasonable price. Would leave for poor claims responce.
Insurance Type
Auto + Home
Score by category
Original cost4/ 5
Customer Support3/ 5
Coverage3/ 5
Anonymous Policyholder
April 10, 2025
Name the number one reason that you’d recommend staying with this insurer and the number one reason that you’d consider leaving for a different company.
R.E. Hawley is a senior writer for Bankrate. Prior to joining Bankrate’s insurance editorial team in 2024, they worked as senior writer for a popular car ownership and insurance comparison app, leading a team of over a dozen writers in creating customer-focused financial advice content on topics ranging from insurance to vehicle reliability and auto loan refinance. R.E. holds a personal lines insurance license.
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