Non-owner car insurance in Washington: Best and cheapest companies

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

GEICO offers the lowest non-owner car insurance rates in Washington, with an average cost of $182. The next most affordable option is State Farm, which has an average rate of $237.

The table below lists the most budget-friendly non-owner car insurance companies in Washington.

Company	Average annual premium	Average monthly premium
GEICO	$182	$15
State Farm	$237	$20
Travelers	$290	$24
Nationwide	$433	$36
Farmers	$471	$39
Progressive	$693	$58
USAA	$137	$11

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Best non-owner car insurance in Washington

Although State Farm came out on top, GEICO and Travelers are also excellent choices for providing non-owner coverage.

To find the best non-owner car insurance companies in Washington, 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 Washington.

Company	Average annual premium	J.D. Power	NAIC	AM Best	Overall score
State Farm	$237	821	0.70	A++	3.46
GEICO	$182	797	0.91	A++	3.42
Travelers	$290	810	0.49	A++	3.41
Nationwide	$433	810	0.64	A+	2.92
Farmers	$471	796	0.80	A	2.72
Progressive	$693	807	0.65	A+	2.48

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

Explore our top recommendations for non-owner car insurance in Washington.

State Farm

Our top choice for non-owner car insurance in Washington is State Farm, with an average rate of $237 for liability coverage. State Farm holds an AM Best rating of A++ and has an NAIC complaint ratio of 0.7.

GEICO

GEICO is also a great choice for non-owner car insurance in Washington, offering coverage at an average annual rate of $182. It has earned an AM Best rating of A++ and maintains a low NAIC complaint ratio of 0.91.

Travelers

Our third recommendation is Travelers, with average rates of $290. It has an NAIC complaint ratio of 0.49 and holds an AM Best rating of A++.

PEOPLE ASK:

Do I need Washington 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 Washington

The average cost of non-owner car insurance in Washington is $349, 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 Washington 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 Washington.

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 Washington, your years of driving experience will still impact what you pay.

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

Age group	Female	Male
Teens (16-19)	$722	$687
Young Adults (20-24)	$424	$409
Adults (25-60)	$345	$344
Seniors (65-75)	$364	$347

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Do you need non-owner car insurance in Washington?

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 costs less than standard car insurance because it provides minimal coverage. It only includes liability coverage, while standard auto insurance offers many additional types of coverage.

For example, non-owner car insurance in Washington doesn't cover damage to the car you're driving or your injuries. Standard car insurance may include collision and comprehensive coverage to help pay for car repairs.

Insurance companies assume that people without a car drive less often, and because non-owner car insurance works as a backup 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	$349
Traditional state minimum policy	$438
State minimum car insurance limits	25/50/10

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What does Washington non-owner car insurance cover?

A Washington non-owner car insurance policy provides only the basic coverage required to drive legally. It satisfies all the minimum car insurance requirements in Washington, 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 Washington

Drivers in Washington might need non-owner car insurance for different situations, like renting or borrowing a vehicle. However, this coverage typically only includes liability protection to cover property damage or injuries you cause to others. It does not cover you personally or any damage to the car you're driving.

In Washington, non-owner car insurance costs an average of $349, with GEICO offering the most affordable rates. Based on our research, State Farm stands out as the best overall option. Remember, factors like your age, gender and driving history can significantly affect your insurance rates.

Shop around to find the best Washington non-owner car insurance available. Use the tool above to compare non-owner insurers in your area.

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 Washington

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

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 Washington?

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.