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About Kemper

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Kemper offers low-cost car insurance, nonstandard policies and various discounts in 26 states. It carries basic and customized coverage packages and policies for high-risk drivers who have trouble finding insurance elsewhere. The company provides pet protection and accident forgiveness options, but its specialty coverage is available only in California.

Pros
  • Variety of discounts
  • Flexible payment plans
  • Nonstandard insurance options
Cons
  • Not available in all states
  • Specialty coverage only in California

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Auburn, NY
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I love this company. They are way cheaper than most and they have great customer service. I just had a deer hit my car and they were great… Best company by far. They were so helpf...

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Hilton, NY
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… As a young adult insurance costs can be very high. I like that Kemper took into account my clean driving record and everything to provide a cost that is manageable for someone m...

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What is Kemper auto insurance?

Kemper specializes in low-cost auto insurance through its direct-to-consumer model and streamlined marketing efforts. Kemper offers discounts for multipolicy coverage, referrals, paperless billing and safe driving. The company also extends discounts to policyholders who’ve been insured for twelve continuous months or more and to drivers 55 or older who complete a state-approved accident prevention course. It provides nonstandard coverage in California.

Kemper auto insurance coverage

Kemper’s coverage includes extras like accident forgiveness and renewal assurance. It also offers pet protection, which pays up to $2,000 if your cat or dog is injured in a covered accident, as well as enhanced car seat replacement with no deductible. Kemper’s dependent protection also provides up to $1,000 in daycare costs if a covered accident leaves you unable to care for your child.

Kemper has a roadside assistance option, which helps out if you get a flat tire, run out of gas or need a jumpstart or towing. Its other coverages include:

  • Rental car reimbursement
  • Trip interruption coverage
  • Guaranteed repairs by a network facility

In some areas, Kemper provides nonstandard auto insurance options for hard-to-insure customers. The company also offers SR-22 insurance and a reconditioned vehicle program that insures vehicles with salvage titles.

Kemper insurance cost

Kemper doesn’t disclose its car insurance rates online, but you can apply for a quote on its website. Its policyholders can save money by bundling policies or paying all or some of their premiums upfront. You can choose between an annual, semiannual, quarterly or monthly payment plan, and many Kemper customers qualify for a down payment of one month’s premium.

Kemper auto insurance FAQ

Who owns Kemper?

Kemper is owned by Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation.

Does Kemper offer gap insurance?

Yes, Kemper offers gap insurance for drivers whose vehicles are declared a total loss.

How do I file a claim with Kemper?

You can contact a claims representative 24/7 to file a claim or do so online.

Where is Kemper auto insurance available?
Kemper auto insurance is available in 26 states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.

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Is Kemper insurance good?

Kemper’s many discounts can help policyholders save money by bundling coverage, paying electronically, driving safely and more. If you’ve been continuously insured by another auto insurance company for 12 months or more, you can switch to Kemper and qualify for a discount. While Kemper’s policies aren’t available in all states, we recommend looking into it if you live in its service area.

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    Reviewed May 12, 2026

    I got a new car and the dealership hooked me up with Kemper insurance. I paid my month and I got a notice two weeks later that my insurance was canceled due to non-payment even though I paid them up so they said, "Oh we apologize. We can give you another policy. I pay another month. They give me a new policy week and a half later. I just got a notification that my insurance was canceled due to non-payment. I guess I'm supposed to make a monthly payment every week to them. This insurance company should be put out of business. They are con artist. Do not waste your time with them.

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    Reviewed April 14, 2026

    Kemper deserves NO stars! I had an accident 19 days ago, and can not get in touch with anyone at Kemper. The woman assigned to my case NEVER answers her phone. Emails to people listed on the website bounce back as undeliverable. The mechanic at the body shop has called the company repeatedly to get authorization to start repairs. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE.

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      Customer ServiceCoveragePricePunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed March 11, 2026

      Kemper Insurance "BEWARE," this is your Typical Big Money BOTTOM FEEDER insurance company. I experienced my Card information be stolen and with in 1 week I was sent to COLLECTIONS. I expressed to this company that I was out of town needed to get ahead of this issue yet that did NOT slow them down to send me to Collections. It is almost like they must have a collections company they work with to help the scammers in this world RIP the people off ASAP. I talk to a rep they could care less what so ever all they care about is them/meme company BOTTOM FEEDERS THAT THEY ARE.

      I would advise everyone to stay clear of this company at all costs. for the record this was over a measly $79.00 yes in deed BOTTOM FEEDERS and they are Very Proud of this image they create even the call centers that work for them. Also they will NOT give you information about the company location or much of anything it's like they are trained to hide as much as possible.

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      Customer ServiceCoveragePunctuality & SpeedStaffTransparency

      Reviewed March 11, 2026

      I am extremely disappointed with my experience dealing with Kemper Insurance regarding my auto claim. On February 9, 2026, my vehicle was involved in an accident in College Point, NY. I was not at fault, and I provided the police report confirming this along with the other driver’s insurance information. At the time of the accident, I was in the vehicle but medically unable to drive, so my daughter drove with my permission. She does not live in my household and is not a regular driver of my vehicle. Despite this, Kemper denied my claim simply because the driver was “unlisted,” even though their own policy language states that someone operating the vehicle with permission who is not a regular operator can be considered an insured person. What is even more concerning is that during the claims investigation, no one ever asked whether the driver lives in my household or whether she is a regular driver, which appears to be a key factor in their policy terms.

      The auto body shop has already repaired my vehicle and is waiting to be paid. I have been trying to escalate the matter and speak with a supervisor or appeals department, but the claims adjuster handling my case has refused to provide me with that information. This lack of transparency and communication has been extremely frustrating. Based on my experience, the claims process has been very difficult, and it feels like the company is looking for reasons to deny valid claims instead of honoring the policy. I have already filed complaints with regulators and will consider legal action if this matter is not resolved. I would strongly caution anyone considering Kemper Insurance to carefully review other customer experiences before purchasing a policy. Many customers report similar issues with communication and claims handling, which has been widely reported in consumer reviews.

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      Reviewed Oct. 1, 2025

      After reading all reviews, I agree that this company should be banned from doing business in all states! I'm in negotiation for a settlement with them after being hit in the rear by one of their insured. I am experiencing the same as everyone else and more. Low all settlement for repairs, no return calls, no responses to emails, no transparency in negotiations, paperwork from them only when you insist on getting it, declaring my car a total loss when it's false and I disagreed. They then tried real hard to have me remove my claim so they would not declare it total....

      When I finally received their appraisal, falsifications of my actual mileage 59700 miles (1st time they indicated 147,600 and 2nd time 79900), 7/32 condition of my tires that are 1 year old (all 4 brand new) with 3500 miles of used, exterior paint peeling issues when there are none, charging me fees for salvage and keys totaling $825 when I refused to let them tow to salvage yard and decided to keep the car. Comparable cars they listed were all from out of my state with mileage over 100K. Now, they refuse to take my calls and don't respond to my emails.. I have been in a rental car for 4 weeks now and they only want to pay $35. a day for 1 week. BEWARE of their practices. They are dishonest and play cat and mouse games with you. Write to your state Insurance commissioner office, the BBB, Goggle review, Yelp and everyone you can think of. This company doesn't deserve to be allowed to do business anywhere!!!!

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      CoveragePriceRefunds & PayoutsStaffBilling

      Reviewed Aug. 27, 2025

      DON'T DO IT!! Paid my bill on time for 3 years!! Had one claim from someone stealing my cat converters. Took them over a MONTH to get auto shop payment. They also added depreciation costs. I paid out MORE than my deductible! SCAMMY! I was out of business for a month!! Jalisa, my rep was awesome. Nonetheless, the company is completely TRASH! I would rather be uninsured than insured with these guys. BEWARE!!

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      CoveragePriceRefunds & PayoutsTransparency

      Reviewed July 26, 2025

      My insurance company gave me multiple, conflicting reasons for putting me at fault in an accident — even after the police corrected their report to support my side. Despite this, my insurer ignored the updated evidence. An adjuster even told me it’s “cheaper to settle than go to court,” which made it clear: they’d rather close the case than defend their own policyholder. They’re paying out nearly $10,000, mostly in storage fees, and won’t give me a proper itemized list. Bottom line: They chose to settle rather than defend me. It was cheaper to blame me than deal with a lawyer.

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      Customer ServiceCoveragePunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed May 3, 2025

      I filed an insurance claim with Kemper Insurance after a car accident on March 2, 2025. I submitted all requested documentation promptly, yet months have passed with no clear response from Kemper. My repeated calls and emails have been ignored, and when I finally reached a representative, the call ended abruptly because the representative hung up on me.

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      Customer ServiceCoveragePrice

      Reviewed Feb. 18, 2025

      I was t boned by a Kemper policy holders' girlfriend. I informed them that she was driving and not the policy holder because that's the truth and I didn't want to commit fraud, but they are denying my claim because of this information. After I set up an inspection through Kemper and took time off work, I was suddenly unable to reach my adjuster or any supervisor. It felt like they were ignoring my calls and messages because they had made a decision to deny. Now I have to pay a $500 deductible through my insurance company, and I'm not covered for a rental.

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      Reviewed Jan. 31, 2025

      My mom purchased a $56k Reliable Life Insurance (subsequently bought by Kemper) whole-life policy almost 28 years ago, with monthly premium of $168. She passed away last year, and we started the death benefit claim almost 13 weeks ago. After six weeks of requesting additional documentation, and almost another seven weeks since the last requested document was provided, Kemper has still not approved payment of the claim; Totaling up just the premium payments made comes to almost the $56k death benefit amount. At a conservative 3.6% interest rate, Kemper will make a handy profit of about $40k on this policy. And still, they slow-roll the death benefit payment.

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