Non-owner car insurance in West Virginia: Best and cheapest companies

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

The cheapest non-owner car insurance in West Virginia is from State Farm, with an average rate of $188. The second most affordable option in West Virginia is Westfield Insurance, with an average rate of $193.

The table below shows the most affordable non-owner car insurance companies in West Virginia.

Company	Average annual premium	Average monthly premium
State Farm	$188	$16
Westfield Insurance	$193	$16
Erie Insurance	$194	$16
GEICO	$327	$27
Encova Insurance	$583	$49
Nationwide	$593	$49
Progressive	$712	$59
USAA	$142	$12

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Best non-owner car insurance in West Virginia

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

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

Company	Average annual premium	J.D. Power	NAIC	AM Best	Overall score
Erie Insurance	$194	863	0.61	A+	3.96
State Farm	$188	843	0.70	A++	3.64
GEICO	$327	818	0.91	A++	3.13
Westfield Insurance	$193	833	1.08	A	2.97
Nationwide	$593	820	0.64	A+	2.75
Progressive	$712	814	0.65	A+	2.55

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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 West Virginia.

Erie Insurance

Erie Insurance is our top choice for non-owner car insurance in West Virginia. Its average annual non-owner car insurance cost is $194. Erie Insurance has an AM Best score of A+ and a low NAIC complaint ratio of 0.61.

State Farm

Another excellent choice for non-owner car insurance in West Virginia is State Farm. Average rates are $188 annually. State Farm has an AM Best rating of A++ and an NAIC complaint ratio of 0.7.

GEICO

Our third recommendation is GEICO, with average rates of $327. It has an NAIC complaint ratio of 0.91 and holds an AM Best rating of A++.

PEOPLE ASK:

Do I need West Virginia 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 West Virginia

The average cost of non-owner car insurance in West Virginia is $367, 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia.

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

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

Age group	Female	Male
Teens (16-19)	$487	$465
Young Adults (20-24)	$384	$384
Adults (25-60)	$362	$364
Seniors (65-75)	$363	$361

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Do you need non-owner car insurance in West Virginia?

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 West Virginia 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	$367
Traditional state minimum policy	$510
State minimum car insurance limits	25/50/25

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What does West Virginia non-owner car insurance cover?

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

Drivers in West Virginia 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.

Non-owners car insurance averages $367 in West Virginia, and State Farm offers the lowest rates. In our analysis, Erie Insurance was the top pick overall. Remember that your age, gender, and driving record significantly impact insurance rates.

Be sure to compare your options to find the best non-owner car insurance in West Virginia. You can use the tool above to quickly and easily compare non-owner insurance providers 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 West Virginia

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

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 West Virginia?

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.