Wohltman-Aherin Insurance

The Illinois Insurance Agency You Can Count On

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Your Trusted Illinois Insurance Partner

Wohltman-Aherin Insurance is an independent insurance agency serving families and farms across Illinois with practical advice and real follow-through. As an independent insurance provider, we compare options from multiple carriers to help you get smart coverage without the runaround. Since 1975, our three-generation team has guided neighbors throughout south central Illinois from our offices in Dieterich and Shelbyville.


From cars and homes to farms, small businesses, and life policies, you get a local partner who answers the phone, explains your choices in plain language, and helps you feel confident about what you’re paying for. Whether you live near Effingham or Shelbyville, commute along Route 33, or run a family operation outside Newton or Teutopolis, our team meets you where you are with clear answers and prompt service.



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Personal Insurance Made Simple

From Effingham side streets to country lanes near Dieterich, we help Illinois families compare auto insurance and homeowners insurance with clear choices, useful discounts, and easy bundling that fits real budgets.

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Farm Insurance From People Who Farm

Count on local insight for farm insurance that fits homes on the farm, barns, and equipment, plus crop insurance when weather or yields are on your mind.

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Business Insurance For Local Operations

Shops, contractors, churches, and offices trust us for business insurance that brings liability, property, and commercial auto together with one responsive point of contact.

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Life Insurance For The People You Love

Choose practical life insurance for today and adjust as life changes, from budget-friendly term life to longer-term protection for family plans.

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Why Choose Wohltman-Aherin Insurance

  • Local & Family-Owned

    Three generations, one goal. We treat clients like neighbors because you are our neighbors.

  • Farm Expertise

    Our team is active in agriculture, so we understand equipment, seasonality, and the unique risks that come with working the ground.

  • Independent Advantage

    We work with multiple top carriers to help you balance price and protection.

  • Comprehensive Service

    Auto, home, farm, business, and life coverage with one point of contact.

  • Proactive Reviews

    We check in, suggest adjustments, and help you stay current as life changes.

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Visit our About page to learn who we are and how we work.

Proudly Serving Illinois Communities

From Effingham to Shelbyville and Dieterich to Newton, Wohltman-Aherin Insurance supports households and farm families across central and southeastern Illinois. Clients count on us throughout Effingham, Jasper, Clay, Cumberland, Christian, Fayette, and Shelby Counties. If you’re elsewhere in the state, we’re here for you with the same down-to-earth help and fast responses.

Our Insurance Partners

We partner with respected regional and national carriers so you can compare options and manage bills in one easy place. Ask us about online bill pay and claims phone numbers for your company.

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What Our Clients Say

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The crew at the Wohltman-Aherin Insurance Agency has been so good at out helping us find the right fit for our insurance needs, answering any questions or concerns we had.

Kelly T.

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Aherin insurance is so friendly and capable. I’ve recommended them before and will continue to do so. They have done auto, home, umbrella and farm insurance for me. The staff is super.

Liz H.

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We were very pleased to work with our agent. She was kind and helpful. We are confident that we will receive good service should we have the need.

Gary F.

Ready To Get Started

Have questions about limits, deductibles, or what’s required in Illinois? Tell us what you drive, where you live, and what matters most, and we’ll compare quotes across multiple companies with no pressure. Quick calls, clear explanations, and a written summary so you can decide with confidence.