The General Insurance in Idaho

The General, founded in 1963 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, offers auto insurance. The General is a licensed insurance agency that specializes in providing affordable auto insurance to drivers who may have difficulty finding coverage elsewhere — including those with DUIs, SR-22 requirements, accidents, or no prior insurance. Part of the Sentry Insurance Group.

In Idaho, drivers are required to carry minimum auto liability coverage of 25/50/15. Idaho has some of the most affordable insurance rates in the country for both auto and home. The average auto insurance rate in Idaho is $1,192 per year, though your actual rate with The General may be higher or lower depending on your driving record, vehicle, and coverage level.

The General is built for drivers who need an SR-22, had a lapse, or are new to insurance. Comparing several carriers side by side is the surest way to find the best rate in Idaho, whether you need basic liability or full coverage.

Idaho also faces elevated wildfire exposure, which affects how carriers price coverage here. When evaluating The General in Idaho, pay attention to deductibles for wind, hail, or wildfire — they can vary significantly between carriers and meaningfully change your out-of-pocket cost after a claim.