Leif Olson, Car Insurance Writer
@leif_olson_1
Farmers is good at paying claims, compared to the average insurance company, scoring 878 out of 1,000 for its claims process in J.D. Power's latest claims satisfaction study. Farmers also earned an A from AM Best, indicating it has the ability to pay out claims.
How Farmers' Claims Process Compares to Competitors
| Company | Claims Satisfaction Score | AM Best Score |
| 878/1,000 | A | |
| 900/1,000 | A++ | |
| 877/1,000 | A- | |
| 871/1,000 | A++ | |
| 870/1,000 | A+ |
Source: J.D. Power Claims Satisfaction Study (2023) and AM Best
It usually takes about 30 days for an insurer to pay out a claim, but the time frame may vary depending on the circumstances. To ensure that your claim is handled as quickly as possible, be responsive and detailed when answering any questions your insurance company might have. If your claim is taking too long, you can contact your insurer directly or go to your state's insurance regulator for help.
To learn more about the claims process, check out WalletHub's guide to car insurance claims and full review of USAA.
Aaron G, Member
@agoodmanbsa
Well going that we was hit by a Farmers Insured Driver on 4/10/23 and today is 5/8/23 and we have yet to be given the OK for repairs to be made to our vehicle, and they wont pay for a rental replacement. No they dont work in a timely matter.
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