USAA History

USAA

USAA is among the leading providers of insurance, banking, and investment and retirement solutions to more than 13 million members of the U.S. military, veterans who have honorably served and their families. Headquartered in San Antonio, USAA has offices in eight U.S. cities and three overseas locations and employs more than 37,000 people worldwide. Each year, the company contributes to national and local nonprofits in support of military families and communities where employees live and work. For more information about USAA, download the USAA Fact Sheet.

USAA History

USAA was founded in 1922 by a group of Army officers who decided to self-insure each other, forming the United States Army Automobile Association. In 1923, the company began to extend eligibility to the other branches of the armed services and was renamed United Services Automobile Association (USAA) the following year. In 1996, eligibility was extended to enlisted personnel serving on active duty, the National Guard and selected reserves. In 2009, USAA expanded eligibility to include all who are serving or have honorably served our nation in the U.S. military. Click here to learn more about USAA's history.