Which insurance provider is right for you? Compare ratings, prices and quotes from 21st Century and Plymouth Rock.
21st Century Insurance -- formerly 20th Century Insurance -- was founded in 1958 by Louis W. Foster and began offering auto insurance, mainly in California. The company was located in a one-room office in Los Angeles, California and relocated to Woodland Hills, California before moving to Wilmington Delaware, where 21st Century Insurance is now headquartered. Today, 21st Century Insurance sells many lines of insurance, including specialty homeowners insurance, motorcycle insurance and more.
In 1982, the former Massachusetts Insurance Commissioner Jim Stone founded a new car insurance agency committed to the highest level of customer care and satisfaction. Plymouth Rock Assurance is a member of the Plymouth Rock Group of Companies, which together write and manage more than $1 billion in annual auto and homeowners’ insurance premiums. Plymouth Rock Assurance serves the Northeast, specifically Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The Plymouth Rock’s Pledge of Assurance is that you will always have a friendly person answer your call during business hours; your questions will be answered and the matter resolved quickly and accurately; everything about your issues will be explained clearly; if you are unable to get the matter resolved you can speak with a supervisor or manager; and at the end of the call, you will know exactly what to do next and how Plymouth Rock will keep you informed. The pledge also includes the promise that accurate policies and statements will be issued the first time around; claims will be handled professionally and sensitively; physical damage assessments within scheduled hours and without unreasonable delays; guarantee of all repairs by approved providers; and the promise to do the best for customers with extra effort.
Below is a list of average rates, rankings, products and discounts for the two companies. For full company overviews, you can visit 21st Century Overview and Plymouth Rock Assurance Overview.
Below is a list of the average rates that drivers typically pay with 21st Century and Plymouth Rock Assurance. On average, 21st Century charges approximately $171.44 per month while Plymouth Rock Assurance comes in at around $147.03 per month. For 21st Century, the cheapest state average is California at $171.03 per month and the most expensive is Florida at $191.26 per month. For Plymouth Rock Assurance, the cheapest state average is Massachusetts at $147.03 per month and the most expensive is Massachusetts at $147.03 per month.
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State | 21st Century | Plymouth Rock Assurance |
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California | $171.03 | - |
Florida | $191.26 | - |
Massachusetts | - | $147.03 |
Drivers will typically get a discount if they insure multiple vehicles. Here is a list of average rates that 21st Century and Plymouth Rock Assurance typically charge for drivers who have more than 1 vehicle.
Number of Vehicles | 21st Century | Plymouth Rock Assurance |
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1 Vehicle | $158.99 | $141.12 |
2 Vehicles | $254.11 | $ |
Drivers who own their home rather than rent can sometimes get a small discount. We found that on average 21st Century charges $177.74 per month and Plymouth Rock Assurance charges $129.94 per month for customers who own their home.
Own/Rent | 21st Century | Plymouth Rock Assurance |
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Own | $177.74 | $129.94 |
Rent | $170.53 | $150.80 |
21st Century and Plymouth Rock both have a similar industry ranking. Each has been rated as having an 'Excellent' financial strength and have received an A+ from the BBB (Better Business Bureau). Compare the two auto insurance companies below and then compare quotes for free to see if you can get a lower rate.
Comparison | 21st Century | Plymouth Rock |
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Year Founded | 1958 | 1982 |
Market Share | 6.02% (2017) | |
BBB Rating | A+ | A+ |
Financial Strength | Excellent | Excellent |
JD Power Ranking | About Average | Among the Best |
NAIC Complaint Index | 1.47 | |
S&P Rating | A+ |
What insurance products are offered by 21st Century and Plymouth Rock? Both companies offer auto insurance coverage. 21st Century offers additional products including Flood, Life, Motorcyle, Specialty Homeowners Insurance and more. Plymouth Rock offers Commercial Auto Insurance, Condo, Flood, Home, and Renters Insurance. Learn more about the two companies below.
Insurance | 21st Century | Plymouth Rock |
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Antique Auto Insurance | ✔ | |
ATV Insurance | ✔ | |
Auto Insurance | ✔ | ✔ |
Auto Mechanical Breakdown Insurance | ✔ | |
Boat Insurance | ✔ | |
Commercial Auto Insurance | ✔ | |
Condo Insurance | ✔ | |
Flood Insurance | ✔ | |
Home Insurance | ✔ | |
Life Insurance | ✔ | |
Manufactured/Mobile home | ✔ | |
Motorcycle Insurance | ✔ | |
Personal Watercraft Insurance | ✔ | |
Renters Insurance | ✔ | |
Specialty Homeowners Insurance | ✔ | |
Umbrella Insurance | ✔ |
21st Century and Plymouth Rock both offer a variety of discounts to their policyholders. 21st Century offers Mature Driver, Multi-Car, Paperless Billing, and Safe Driver discounts. Plymouth Rock offers significantly more options to save. Discounts include No Accident, Away at School, New Driver, Pay-in-Full and more. A complete list of discounts is listed below. Get detailed information on the two insurance companies and find the right policy for you.
21st Century | Plymouth Rock |
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Mature Driver Discount | Affinity Group Discounts |
Multi-Car Discount | Health Care Primary |
Paperless & Autopay Discount | No Accident Discount |
Safe Driver Discount | AARP Member Program of MA |
Away at School Discount | |
eDocuments Discount | |
New Driver Discount | |
Motor Club Discount | |
Age of Home Discount | |
Companion Policy Discount | |
Defensive Driving Course Discounts | |
Pay-in-Full Discount | |
New Jersey Teachers Auto Insurance | |
Anti-theft Discount | |
Driver Training Discount | |
Good Student Discount | |
Safety Pledge Discount | |
New Business Discount | |
eDocuments Savings | |
Connected Homes Discount (only in PA and NJ) |
The 21st Century Mobile app is available for iOS and android. It enables you to view your policy, pay bills, report a claim, receive roadside assistance and more. The iPhone app even has other functions, like finding nearby restaurants with good ratings.
The Plymouth Rock Mobile app allows access to your policy, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can use it to report a claim, schedule an inspection or submit photos of the damages and/or claim scene. You can also access claim information and view copies of vehicle appraisals.
21st Century Mobile App | ||
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iOS | 1.9 | 5 user reviews |
Android | 3.2 | 934 user reviews |
Plymouth Rock Mobile App | ||
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iOS | 1.3 | 107 user reviews |
Android | 3.0 | 127 user reviews |
21st Century Contact Info | |
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Address | 3 Beaver Valley Road, Wilmington, DE 19803 |
Phone | 1-877-401-8181 |
Website | https://www.21st.com/ |
https://www.facebook.com/21stcenturyinsurance/ | |
https://twitter.com/21stCenturyAuto | |
Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/channel |
https://www.linkedin.com/company/21st-century-insurance/about/ |
Plymouth Rock Contact Info | |
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Address | PO Box 900, Lincroft, NJ 07738-0900 |
Phone | 1 (800) 437-3535 |
Website | https://www.plymouthrock.com/ |
https://www.facebook.com/PlymouthRockAssurance/ | |
Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEHtWA74PyY |
https://twitter.com/PlymouthRock |
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