Drive less than 10,000 miles per year in Washington? Pay-per-mile insurance charges you a low base rate plus a per-mile fee (typically 2-6Β’/mile). Low-mileage drivers can save 30-50% compared to traditional insurance β especially in Washington where the average premium is $147/month.
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How Pay-Per-Mile Insurance Works
Base Rate
$29-$50/Month Fixed
+
Plus
2-6Β’/Mile
Per Mile Driven
= Bill
Varies by Month
Pay-per-mile insurance uses a small device plugged into your car's OBD-II port (or a phone app) to track miles driven. You pay a daily or monthly base rate plus a per-mile charge. If you drive 5,000 miles/year, you could pay as little as $60-$80/month total β compared to $147/month for traditional full coverage in Washington.
Who Saves the Most?
Remote workers/work from home β no daily commute means major mileage reduction
Retirees β driving only for errands and appointments
Multi-car households β that second or third car that only gets driven occasionally
City dwellers who use transit β car sits most days but you still need coverage
Part-time drivers β weekend-only or seasonal drivers
Pay-Per-Mile Companies Available in Washington
Metromile β the original pay-per-mile insurer; base rate + per-mile charge
Mile Auto β no device needed; uses odometer photos for verification
Nationwide SmartMiles β available in select Washington markets
Allstate Milewise β pay-per-mile option from a major carrier
Traditional Insurance Rates in Washington for Comparison
Insurance Company
6-Month Premium
Monthly Cost
GEICO β
$666
$111/mo
PEMCO
$744
$124/mo
Progressive
$750
$125/mo
State Farm
$822
$137/mo
Allstate
$1,002
$167/mo
Rates based on 2026 data for a 35-year-old driver with good credit and clean record. Your rate will vary.
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GEICO offers the cheapest full coverage at $111/month in Washington. Rates vary by driver β call (888) 217-6781 for a personalized comparison.
How much is pay-per-mile insurance in Washington?
Full coverage in Washington averages $147/month, liability-only averages $43/month. The cheapest option is GEICO at $111/month. Compare multiple quotes for your best rate.
Can I get a free pay-per-mile insurance quote in Washington?
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Sources & Methodology
Our rate analysis is based on publicly available rate filings and industry data. We regularly update our research to ensure accuracy.
Rate data based on 2026 carrier rate filings analyzed by state insurance departments and third-party data providers including Quadrant Information Services.