Travelers Auto Insurance in Maryland
Travelers is the largest property-casualty insurer in the U.S. and writes about 2.5% of the personal-auto market. IntelliDrive telematics + ~150-year claims operations history make it a default choice for risk-averse drivers who want a balance of price and service. Here's what Travelers typically costs in Maryland for 2026 — plus the 3 cheaper alternatives most Maryland drivers overlook.
Estimated annual premium
$1,700
Estimated monthly
$142
Maryland state avg
$1,950
vs Maryland avg
-13%
Why drivers pick Travelers
Strong claims-handling and policy stability — Travelers has lower mid-policy rate creep than most direct writers (industry-low 3.2% avg annual increase vs. peer 5.5%).
Where Travelers falls short
Initial quotes for high-risk drivers (1+ at-fault claims, sub-680 FICO) run 15-25% above peer carriers — pricing softens at renewal but starts steep.
Maryland minimum coverage requirements
- Bodily Injury Liability: 30/60 thousand per person / per accident
- Property Damage Liability: $15K
PIP coverage required; Baltimore metro rates run 30% above state average.
Cheaper alternatives to Travelers in Maryland
Based on CarSavr's rate modeling, the 3 carriers below typically come in below Travelers for a comparable driver profile in Maryland. Always quote multiple carriers — your actual savings depend on ZIP, vehicle, and driving record.
Travelers discounts available to Maryland drivers
Travelers Maryland rates by vehicle class
Vehicle class is one of the strongest premium drivers — pickups + EVs cost 15-25% more to insure than sedans. See the Travelers Maryland estimate for each class:
Travelers Maryland rates by driver profile
Driver classification is one of the strongest premium drivers — young drivers pay 2x adult rates, while seniors and low-mileage retirees save 8-18%. See the Travelers Maryland estimate for each profile:
Frequently asked questions
How much does Travelers auto insurance cost in Maryland?
Based on CarSavr's 2026 rate modeling, a typical full-coverage policy with Travelers in Maryland runs about $1,700/year (~$142/month) for a 35-year-old driver with a clean record and 720+ FICO. Your actual quote will vary based on ZIP code, vehicle, mileage, and coverage selections — typically by ±15-25%.
Is Travelers cheaper than other carriers in Maryland?
Yes — Travelers typically runs about 13% below the Maryland state average ($1,950/year for all carriers combined). The cheaper alternatives in Maryland are typically USAA, Erie, GEICO. Whether Travelers is right for you depends more on your driver profile (clean record, military eligibility, low mileage) than on the headline rate.
What are the Maryland minimum coverage requirements?
Maryland requires at least 30/60 thousand in bodily-injury liability per person/per accident and $15K in property-damage liability. Maryland is not a no-fault state, so PIP is optional but recommended for added medical coverage. PIP coverage required; Baltimore metro rates run 30% above state average.
Does Travelers offer discounts to Maryland drivers?
Travelers offers 7+ discounts that Maryland drivers can stack: IntelliDrive (telematics), Multi-policy, Continuous insurance, Hybrid/EV, Homeowner, Safe driver, New car. The combined discount stack typically lands at 15-25% off the base rate for an eligible profile. The exact set available varies by ZIP code and state filing — confirm with a quote.
Methodology: Estimated annual premium is computed as Travelers's national average ($1,560) multiplied by Maryland's state-vs-national premium index ($1,950 ÷ national average $1,789 ≈ 1.09x). Actual quotes vary by ±15-25% based on driver age, ZIP code, vehicle, mileage, and coverage selections. Sources: NAIC rate-filings 2023-2024, J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Auto Insurance Study, individual carrier rate filings. Travelers J.D. Power score: 821/1000. A.M. Best rating: A++ (2024).