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American Family Insurance vs State Farm

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American Family Insurance and State Farm compared on financial strength, market share, satisfaction and prices from state rate guides.

Compared side by side

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American Family InsuranceState Farm
US market share rank10th (1.5%)1st (18.7%)
J.D. Power satisfaction4 of 5 regions above average9 of 11 regions above average
AM Best ratingA (Excellent)A+ (Superior)
Discounts listed on its site33
Safe-driving appDriveMyWayDrive Safe & Save

Source: Insurance Information Institute, Facts + Statistics: Auto insurance (NAIC data via S&P Global Market Intelligence); AM Best press release (news.ambest.com); J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Auto Insurance Study press release.

Which costs less

Where both insurers sell, state rate guides priced 408 profiles, and State Farm was cheaper 311 of those 408 times.

The price you pay may be different, because each company weighs age, record and car in its own way.

State (adult, clean record)American Family Insurance a yearState Farm a year
Colorado$3,102$4,116
District of Columbia$808$942
Maryland$4,946$3,574
Texas$1,560$999

Source: Colorado Division of Insurance (DORA): Auto Insurance Premiums Report (Ins_Survey_Reports, AUTO); DC DISB: 2024 Auto Premium Comparison 08-15-2024 (Sample Profiles, 6 month policy); Maryland Insurance Administration: Auto Insurance: A Comparison Guide to Rates (As of August 2026); HelpInsure.com Auto FAQ (TDI).

Two car insurance quotes only compare fairly with the same coverage limits and deductible

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