German Mutual Insurance Association was established in 1887 by a group of local farmers and businessmen. It was a way for customers to better handle potential devastating financial consequences due to a catastrophic disaster or accident. Over 135 years later, that forethought remains true and German Mutual Insurance Association continues to be a business leader in Calhoun and adjoining counties. Located in Pomeroy, Iowa, German Mutual serves customers in Calhoun, Sac, Buena Vista, Webster, Pocahontas, Greene, and Carroll counties. The stability and financial health the company enjoys makes it a local fixture and a comfort to the many customers it serves.

German Mutual Insurance offers competitive property and casualty insurance products as well as superior customer service. GMIA has placed reinsurance and combination policy agreements with Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company. ‘A’ rated by AM Best, Grinnell Mutual is the largest Farm Reinsurance Carrier in the Midwest. The special relationship with Grinnell Mutual allows the company to provide an additional level of security and protection to the policyholders for fire, windstorm, extended perils, comprehensive personal liability and farm liability, whether they live on the farm or in town.

German Mutual Insurance Association is managed and directed by local people who live and work in the community. Company Directors are policyholders who have an interest in providing local service and company stability. German Mutual Insurance Association has 70 licensed agents within 25 different agencies contracted to write business with the company. In a world filled with technology, German Mutual is only a short drive away for a personal, face to face visit to address any concerns or questions customers may have. One of the company’s biggest advantages is its availability to its clients and agents. People know and trust the reputation of German Mutual.