Non-owner car insurance in New York: Best and cheapest companies

Which companies offer the cheapest non-owner car insurance in New York?

The cheapest non-owner car insurance in New York is from GEICO, with an average rate of $221. The second most affordable option in New York is Erie Insurance, with an average rate of $298.

The table below shows the most affordable non-owner car insurance companies in New York.

Company	Average annual premium	Average monthly premium
GEICO	$221	$18
Erie Insurance	$298	$25
NYCM Insurance	$351	$29
State Farm	$431	$36
Progressive	$691	$58
Travelers	$907	$76
USAA	$319	$27

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Best non-owner car insurance in New York

Although NYCM Insurance came out on top, Erie Insurance and GEICO are also excellent choices for providing non-owner coverage.

To find the best non-owner car insurance companies in New York, we looked at several factors, including how many complaints each company receives, financial stability and average rates. We used rate data from Quadrant Information Services as well as third-party ratings from J.D. Power, AM Best and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.

The table below compares the top non-owner car insurance companies in New York.

Company	Average annual premium	J.D. Power	NAIC	AM Best	Overall score
NYCM Insurance	$351	842	0.22	A	3.50
Erie Insurance	$298	845	0.61	A	3.30
GEICO	$221	821	0.91	A++	3.06
State Farm	$431	826	0.70	A++	2.91
Progressive	$691	818	0.65	A+	2.31
Travelers	$907	821	0.49	A++	2.27

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Insurance.com's top choices for non-owner car insurance

Take a closer look at our top picks for non-owner car insurance in New York.

NYCM Insurance

Our number one pick for non-owner car insurance in New York is NYCM Insurance. The average rate for liability coverage is $351. NYCM Insurance has an AM Best score of A and an NAIC complaint ratio of 0.22.

Erie Insurance

Another excellent choice for non-owner car insurance in New York is Erie Insurance. Average rates are $298 annually. Erie Insurance has an AM Best rating of A and an NAIC complaint ratio of 0.61.

GEICO

Our third recommendation is GEICO, with average rates of $221. It has an NAIC complaint ratio of 0.91 and holds an AM Best rating of A++.

PEOPLE ASK:

Do I need New York non-owner car insurance to drive a friend's car?

Probably not, unless you use the car a lot. If you only drive your friend's car occasionally, their insurance usually covers it under something called permissive use-as long as it's less than 12 times a year. Still, it's a good idea to check with your friend's insurance company just to be sure.

Average cost of non-owner car insurance in New York

The average cost of non-owner car insurance in New York is $421, but your rate will vary based on:

Your driving record
The coverage levels on your policy
Your ZIP code
Your age and gender
Your credit history

Non-owner car insurance in New York by age and gender

Both your age and gender can affect your insurance rates, whether you're looking for non-owner or standard car insurance in New York.

How it works:

Teen drivers pay the highest rates due to lack of experience and a statistically higher risk of a crash
Rates start to level out around the age of 25 and continue to drop
Drivers in their 50s pay the lowest average rates
After 65, rates increase, but not dramatically

Even in a state that bans the use of age and gender for car insurance rates, like New York, your years of driving experience will still impact what you pay.

Below are the average non-owner car insurance rates in New York by age and gender.

Age group	Female	Male
Teens (16-19)	$833	$813
Young Adults (20-24)	$522	$519
Adults (25-60)	$418	$423
Seniors (65-75)	$441	$437

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Do you need non-owner car insurance in New York?

You may need non-owner car insurance if:

You frequently drive cars owned by others and want an extra layer of protection
You frequently rent cars
You need insurance to file an SR-22 in order to reinstate your license
You want to prevent a lapse in coverage while in between cars

You don't need a non-owner policy if:

You own and insure your own vehicle
You only drive cars owned by others occasionally
You drive a company car for which insurance is provided by your employer

Non-owner vs. traditional car insurance

Non-owner car insurance usually costs less than standard car insurance because it provides minimal coverage. While non-owner policies only include liability coverage, standard car insurance can offer much broader protection.

For instance, non-owner car insurance in New York won't cover damage to the vehicle you're driving. In contrast, traditional car insurance can include collision and comprehensive coverage to help pay for vehicle repairs or replacements.

Furthermore, because insurance companies anticipate that people who don't own a car will drive less frequently, and because non-owner car insurance is secondary to the owner's policy, the risk of a claimAn insurance claim is a request you make to your insurance company for coverage after your car is damaged or you have an accident. You can file a claim online, by phone, or in writing. is much lower.

The table below shows a comparison of average yearly rates for non-owner and standard car insurance.

Non-owners state minimum policy	$421
Traditional state minimum policy	$731
State minimum car insurance limits	25/50/10

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What does New York non-owner car insurance cover?

A New York non-owner car insurance policy provides only the basic coverage required to drive legally. It satisfies all the minimum car insurance requirements in New York, but it won't cover any damage to the vehicle you're driving.

Non-owner car insurance is considered secondary coverage, meaning it only kicks in after the car owner's policy limits are exceeded.

The bottom line: Non-owner car insurance in New York

Drivers in New York may need non-owner car insurance if they frequently rent or borrow a car. This coverage only includes liability protection, which pays for property damage or injuries you cause to others. It doesn't cover you or the car you're driving.

Non-owner car insurance in New York costs an average of $421, with GEICO offering the lowest rates. Our analysis found that NYCM Insurance is the best overall choice. Keep in mind that your age, gender and driving record play a significant role in determining your insurance rates.

Take the time to compare options to find the best non-owner car insurance in New York. Use the tool above to easily compare non-owner insurance providers near you.

Methodology

170+

insurance companies analyzed

34,000+

ZIP codes examined

$53M

insurance quotes analyzed

Non-owner car insurance rates were fielded by Quadrant Data Services for a sample policy based on:

A 40-year-old driver
A clean record
Good credit
State minimum insurance, which includes liability coverage and may also include personal injury protection, medical payments and uninsured motorist coverage

Best company rankings use the rate data outline above, as well as:

Customer complaints ratios from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) complaints database, where a score of 1.00 is considered the baseline and anything below is a low complaint volume while anything above is considered a high volume.
Overall customer satisfaction ratings from J.D. Power's U.S. Auto Insurance Study, where companies are scored out of 1,000.
AM Best financial ratings were used to indicate financial stability, where the best possible score is A++.

FAQ: Non-owner car insurance in New York

Do I need non-owner insurance to drive a friend's car in New York?

No. If you are driving the car with permission, your friend's insurance will cover you. However, non-owner car insurance adds an extra layer of protection in case your friend's limits are exceeded.

Can I use non-owner insurance for Uber or delivery driving in New York?

No. Non-owner car insurance is a personal car insurance policy that doesn't cover business use of any vehicle. The vehicle being used for ridesharing or deliveries must have the correct coverage.

Does non-owner insurance cover rental cars?

Yes. A non-owner policy will provide you with liability coverage in a rental car. However, it doesn't cover damage to the vehicle itself, only injuries and damage to others.