Nationwide vs Progressive
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For Nationwide and Progressive: market share, satisfaction and state-guide prices, plus financial strength.
Next to each other
| Nationwide | Progressive | |
|---|---|---|
| US market share rank | Not published | 2nd (18.6%) |
| J.D. Power satisfaction | 5 of 7 regions above average | 1 of 11 regions above average |
| AM Best rating | A (Excellent) | A+ (Superior) |
| Discounts listed on its site | 4 | 5 |
| Safe-driving app | SmartRide | Snapshot |
Source: Nationwide official website (www.nationwide.com/personal/about-us/company-ratings/); J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Auto Insurance Study press release.
Which one costs less
State rate guides priced 224 profiles in states where both companies sell, and in 134 of those 224 Progressive came out cheaper.
Your price may differ because each company assesses age, record and car in its own way.
| State (adult, clean record) | Nationwide a year | Progressive a year |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $1,554 | $1,404 |
| North Dakota | $1,046 | $476 |
| South Carolina | $663 | $814 |
Source: DC DISB: 2024 Auto Premium Comparison 08-15-2024 (Sample Profiles, 6 month policy); North Dakota Insurance & Securities Department: 2026 Auto Insurance Cost Comparison Survey; South Carolina Department of Insurance: Price Comparison Tool, Sample Auto Rates (SampleRates.aspx?Id=Auto results).
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