CSAA Insurance Group auto insurance review 2026

CSAA Insurance Group delivers exceptional customer satisfaction and one of the highest renewal rates in our 2026 auto insurance survey, supported by strong digital tools and AAA membership perks. CSAA stands out for loyal long-term policyholders who value ease of service and the AAA experience.

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Our take

CSAA Insurance Group (AAA NorCal/NV/UT) stands out in our 2026 rankings for its exceptional customer satisfaction and market-leading renewal rate of 96%, signaling strong loyalty among its policyholders. While CSAA’s premiums are on the higher end at $251 per month for full coverage, its customers consistently praise the company’s digital experience, rating it among the best in the nation with a 95% score for mobile and online service.

For AAA members who value smooth self-service, a familiar brand, and long-term stability, CSAA offers an appealing package backed by a strong financial footing and an A rating from AM Best. However, some consumers express lower confidence in the company’s trustworthiness and willingness to recommend it to others, and its claims handling score lags behind other AAA insurers.

Overall, CSAA is a strong option for drivers who prioritize top-tier customer experience and plan to stay with an insurer for many years. Still, it may not be the best choice for shoppers seeking the lowest rates or the broadest policy coverage.

How we calculated this rating

Insure.com surveyed 2,000 auto insurance customers, who rated their insurers on service quality, claims handling, policy options, discounts, digital tools and bundling. Scores were combined with AM Best financial strength ratings, NAIC complaint data and premium rate data from Quadrant Information Services to produce each insurer’s final rating.

CSAA Insurance Group rankings

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CSAA Insurance Group
3.68 Insure.com Score
Average Premium
$251 per month
Customer Survey
NAIC
AM Best Rating
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Pros and cons
Pros:
  • One of the highest customer satisfaction scores in the survey, tied with Erie for the top spot
  • High renewal rate indicates customers are happy overall with the company
  • Top marks for digital experience, which is important to people who want to do their insurance business online
Cons:
  • Lower recommendation rate than average
  • Fewer customers said the company is trustworthy

Who should buy CSAA Insurance Group insurance?

CSAA Insurance Group is a good choice for you if:

  • You live in the coverage area and have an AAA membership
  • You want to stay with one company for a long time – CSAA has a high renewal rate

It might not be the best choice if:

  • You aren’t an AAA member or don’t live in the coverage area
  • You want the cheapest rate

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CSAA Insurance Group auto insurance cost: Coverage and competitor comparison

CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA insurer serving Northern California, Nevada and Utah, has some of the most expensive car insurance rates in our study, on average. The monthly average rate for full coverage is $251, which is the fourth-highest after Mercury, Allstate and Farmers.

See more rates in the table below.

CompanyMonthly premium
Allstate$267 
American Family$159 
Amica$231 
Auto Club Enterprises (AAA SoCal)$243 
Auto Club Group (AAA Midwest/South)$185 
Auto-Owners$171 
CSAA Insurance Group (AAA NorCal/NV/UT)$251 
Erie$159 
Farmers$257 
GEICO$179 
Mercury$270 
Nationwide$205 
Progressive$223 
State Farm$239 
Travelers$175 
USAA*$131 
*USAA is only available to military community members and their families.
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How CSAA Insurance Group scores for customer satisfaction, ease of service and policy offerings

When it comes to customer satisfaction, CSAA’s customers are highly satisfied. In fact, CSAA and Erie tied for the top score in this category, with a score of 92%, indicating that they have highly satisfied consumers.

The ease of service category, which measures how easily customers can access policy documents and services, saw CSAA with a score of 88% – the average score in the category and only two percentage points lower than the top national insurer scorers, Liberty Mutual and Allstate.

However, CSAA’s score for policy offerings, although slightly lower at 84%, was still in line with the average. This category measures how satisfied people are with the offerings by their insurer.

CompanyCustomer satisfactionEase of servicePolicy offerings
CSAA Insurance Group (AAA NorCal/NV/UT)92%88%84%
Auto Club Enterprises (AAA SoCal)90%87%85%
Auto Club Group (AAA Midwest/South)89%81%84%
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How CSAA Insurance Group scores on customer recommendations, trust and renewals

A lower percentage of people said they would recommend CSAA to their family members and friends than the average – only 80% said they would, compared to the average of 87%.

CSAA was two points lower than the average for trustworthiness, with a score of 88%.

CSAA scored exceptionally high for renewals, though, with 96% of survey respondents saying they’d renew their policies with the company – the highest overall score.

CompanyRecommended by customersTrustworthinessRenewal rate
CSAA Insurance Group (AAA NorCal/NV/UT)80%88%96%
Auto Club Enterprises (AAA SoCal)89%97%95%
Auto Club Group (AAA Midwest/South)89%93%92%
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How CSAA Insurance Group scores for claims handling, digital experience, auto and home bundling and discounts

When it comes to how CSAA handles claims, it scored below the average – and below its AAA counterparts, Auto Club Group and Auto Club Enterprises – with a 74%.

For the digital experience, however, it performed much better – again reaching the survey zenith with a top score of 95%, indicating that its customers are delighted with its website and smartphone app.

CSAA’s scores for discounts were on par with the averages in these respective categories – both scores for discounts and auto/home bundling were a few points below the category averages at 61% and 78%, respectively. Still, it’s a solid showing in these categories.

CompanyClaims handlingDigital experienceDiscountsAuto and home bundling
CSAA Insurance Group (AAA NorCal/NV/UT)74%95%56%76%
Auto Club Enterprises (AAA SoCal)87%87%67%85%
Auto Club Group (AAA Midwest/South)84%76%68%87%
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Types of car insurance coverages offered by CSAA Insurance Group

CSAA Insurance Group offers the following car insurance coverages:

  • Bodily injury liability: Covers medical costs for people hurt in an accident for which you’re responsible. It also helps with legal fees if you’re sued.
  • Property damage liability: Pays for repairs to someone else’s vehicle or property when you’re responsible for the accident.
  • Collision: Covers the cost to fix or replace your car after a crash with another vehicle or object.
  • Comprehensive: Protects your car from non-crash losses, including theft, fire, weather damage and vandalism.
  • Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage: This coverage steps in when another driver causes a crash but lacks sufficient insurance to pay for the resulting damage.
  • No fault and personal injury protection: Covers your medical bills and related costs after an accident, regardless of who caused it.
  • Medical payments: Covers medical treatment for you and your passengers after a crash.
  • Ridesharing endorsement: Provide broader insurance protection for drivers who work with Uber, Lyft and similar rideshare services. 

CSAA Insurance Group auto insurance discounts

Below is a list of discounts that can help you lower your car insurance rates:

  • Multi-policy: You can save when you bundle two or more policies with AAA.
  • Claim-free driver: Maintaining a clean driving record may help you get a discount.
  • Car safety features: Vehicles equipped with approved safety features may earn additional discounts.
  • Automatic bill pay: Enrolling in automatic payments can reduce your overall premium.
  • Good student: You may be eligible for a discount if you insure a full-time or part-time student who has fewer than nine years behind the wheel and meets the required GPA and driving record standards.
  • Multi-vehicle discount:  You may qualify for a discount when you insure all your vehicles with AAA.
  • Driver training program discounts: Available for senior and teen drivers.
  • Low mileage: Drivers who put fewer miles on their vehicles may qualify for discounted auto insurance.
  • Loyalty discount: If you’ve kept continuous coverage on your vehicle with AAA or another insurer for a set period, you may qualify for a discount. Not available in California.
  • Pay-in-full: Paying the entire premium upfront may reduce your insurance cost.

States where CSAA Insurance Group offers coverage

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States where CSAA Insurance Group offers coverage
Arizona
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Idaho
Indiana
Kansas
Kentucky
Maryland
Montana
Nevada
New Jersey
New York
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
South Dakota
Utah
Virginia
Washington, D.C.
West Virginia
Wyoming
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Company background: CSAA Insurance Group at a glance

CSAA Insurance Group

CSAA Insurance Group, which includes Automobile Club Inter-Ins (AZ) and AAA Ohio, is one of the largest personal lines insurers within the national AAA federation. The company provides auto, home and specialty insurance to millions of AAA members across multiple Western states. CSAA distributes its products through a broad network of more than 4,000 agents and insurance professionals, offering personalized guidance, claims support and access to AAA’s full suite of member benefits.

Financially, CSAA Insurance Group is considered a stable and well-capitalized insurer. Its insurance subsidiaries consistently earn strong financial strength ratings, including an A (Excellent) from AM Best, underscoring the company’s ability to pay claims and maintain long-term financial health. With billions in annual premium revenue and a long history of serving AAA members, CSAA remains a trusted insurer for drivers who value local expertise and strong customer support backed by AAA’s national brand.

Contact CSAA Insurance Group: Call 1-800-922-8228 or visit www.csaa-insurance.aaa.com.

Resources & Methodology

Methodology

In 2025, Insure.com surveyed more than 2,000 insurance consumers through an independent research firm, Dynata. Customers named their insurer and rated it on customer satisfaction, ease of service, policy options, claims handling, digital experience, discounts and bundling home with auto. We also asked whether they planned to renew, would recommend their insurer to friends and family and trusted their insurer.

For insurers with enough survey responses, we added:

  • AM Best financial strength ratings, which measure an insurer’s ability to pay claims
  • NAIC complaint index scores, which show how many customer complaints an insurer receives relative to its size
  • Average premium data from Quadrant Information Services for a hypothetical 40-year-old driver with a clean driving record, good credit score, 12-mile daily commute and full coverage policy on a Honda Accord LX with liability limits of 100/300/100.

With guidance from Prof. David Marlett, Ph.D., we applied the following weights to calculate each company’s final rating:

  • Customer survey: 40%
  • AM Best: 25%
  • Average premium: 20%
  • NAIC complaints: 15%

Each insurer received a rating between 0.5 and 5 stars.

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Laura Longero
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Laura Longero is an insurance expert and executive editor of CarInsurance.com. With 15 years of experience simplifying complex financial topics, Laura provides clear, expert-backed guidance to help drivers make smart, confident decisions. Before joining CarInsurance.com, she was an award-winning editor for the USA Today Network.

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