Amica Auto Insurance in New Jersey
Amica Mutual is the oldest mutual auto insurer in the U.S. (founded 1907). Writes in all 50 states + DC, exclusively through direct channels and licensed agents. Annual dividends paid to policyholders historically average 5-20% of premium — effectively reducing the net cost. Here's what Amica typically costs in New Jersey for 2026 — plus the 3 cheaper alternatives most New Jersey drivers overlook.
Estimated annual premium
$1,600
Estimated monthly
$133
New Jersey state avg
$1,925
vs New Jersey avg
-17%
Why drivers pick Amica
Second-highest J.D. Power customer-satisfaction score in the industry (877, behind only USAA's 890) AND the lowest NAIC complaint ratio of the 14 matrix carriers. Mutual structure means dividends offset premium.
Where Amica falls short
Initial quotes are 10-20% above peer market for similar drivers. The dividend offsets some of that gap, but you'll wait 12+ months for the first dividend. Not the cheapest entry-price.
New Jersey minimum coverage requirements
- Bodily Injury Liability: 25/50 thousand per person / per accident
- Property Damage Liability: $25K
- No-Fault State: Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage required
No-fault state with choice of basic or standard policy. Population density drives high collision rates.
Cheaper alternatives to Amica in New Jersey
Based on CarSavr's rate modeling, the 3 carriers below typically come in below Amica for a comparable driver profile in New Jersey. Always quote multiple carriers — your actual savings depend on ZIP, vehicle, and driving record.
Amica discounts available to New Jersey drivers
Amica New Jersey 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 Amica New Jersey estimate for each class:
Amica New Jersey 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 Amica New Jersey estimate for each profile:
Frequently asked questions
How much does Amica auto insurance cost in New Jersey?
Based on CarSavr's 2026 rate modeling, a typical full-coverage policy with Amica in New Jersey runs about $1,600/year (~$133/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 Amica cheaper than other carriers in New Jersey?
Yes — Amica typically runs about 17% below the New Jersey state average ($1,925/year for all carriers combined). The cheaper alternatives in New Jersey are typically USAA, GEICO, Erie. Whether Amica is right for you depends more on your driver profile (clean record, military eligibility, low mileage) than on the headline rate.
What are the New Jersey minimum coverage requirements?
New Jersey requires at least 25/50 thousand in bodily-injury liability per person/per accident and $25K in property-damage liability. New Jersey is a no-fault state, so personal injury protection (PIP) is also required. No-fault state with choice of basic or standard policy. Population density drives high collision rates.
Does Amica offer discounts to New Jersey drivers?
Amica offers 7+ discounts that New Jersey drivers can stack: Loyalty dividend (mutual structure), Multi-policy, Hybrid/EV, Homeowner, Paid in full, Auto-pay, Group affinity. 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 Amica's national average ($1,480) multiplied by New Jersey's state-vs-national premium index ($1,925 ÷ national average $1,789 ≈ 1.08x). 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. Amica J.D. Power score: 877/1000. A.M. Best rating: A+ (2024).