Downey, CA Car Insurance

What rates can residents of Downey expect to pay for their car insurance? How do rates in Downey measure up compared to neighboring areas, including California as a whole? You can find average cost breakdowns based on a wide array of factors in the charts and writeups below:

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How much is car insurance in Downey?

As you can see, car insurance policies across the rest of California are about $8 a month cheaper than the rates drivers pay in Downey.

On the flip side, when compared to the national average, the cost for auto insurance in Downey is lower. Car insurance rates for the United States as a whole are, on average, $17 more expensive than the rates you'd pay in Downey.

These rates provide a great starting point for understanding what to expect for your monthly payment, but there's no guarantee that this is what you will end up paying. Insurance companies weigh a variety of factors when determining how much to charge you for car insurance. Variables like age, gender, vehicle make and model, driving record, and even credit score (depending on your area) can all be taken into consideration when determining the bill you'll see each month.

We've done the heavy lifting for you and broken down the average rate for Downey so that you can get a more accurate idea of what you might pay. And if you're not sure if you're getting the cheapest rate, simply enter your ZIP Code below and find out in just minutes!

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Average Car Insurance Rates by Age

The more time you have behind the wheel, the more experienced of a driver you should be. When it comes to auto insurance rates, that experience pays off. As you can see, 18-24-year-olds pay $50 more than drivers of retirement age.

You can expect to see your monthly premium drop about once a decade or so. Once you hit retirement age, however, your rates may rise again in Downey.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Gender

On average, female drivers pay slightly less than male drivers for car insurance. In Downey, the difference is around $4 per month. Based on the chart above, you can see that male drivers pay $66 on average, while female drivers typically pay $62 each month.

Average Auto Insurance Rates by Driving Record

Rates can vary wildly depending on your driving record. Drivers who avoid accidents and tickets will pay significantly lower rates than those with infractions. In Downey, a driving record with a single accident will usually get you a rate around $84 a month. In addition, drivers with a single ticket on their record can expect to pay around $60 a month on average.

Accidents, tickets, and other driving infractions can cost you some serious cash. So, if you want the cheapest rates, drive carefully and try to maintain a clean driving record.

Average Insurance Rates by Vehicle

As you can see in the first table above, the cheapest vehicles to insure in Downey are typically trucks and vans, which run about $49 per month.

Car owners, on the other hand, by and large pay around $67 a month, while SUV drivers can expect to pay about $60 per month for auto insurance coverage.

Your vehicle's age can also affect your monthly bill. Generally, newer vehicles are going to be the most expensive to insure. Once your car is a few years old however, your rates may start to dip back down a bit. The most expensive vehicles to insure in Downey are vehicles less than one year old.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Relationship Status

Overall, those who are currently married will pay slightly less to insure their car. This occurs because insurance companies commonly award special discounts to policyholders with multiple vehicles that are on the same policy.

According to the table above, the difference in rates based on relationship status in Downey can be as much as $12 a month, so it's worth taking into consideration.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Housing Situation

Your living situation is another component of how insurance companies calculate your monthly rate. In Downey, homeowners can expect to pay around $7 a month less than those who rent. But if you live with your parents, you can expect to pay a lot more.

That said, if you bundle your homeowners or rental insurance policy with your auto insurance, many companies will offer you a discount to make up for it and reduce your car insurance costs.

Car Insurance Companies in Downey, CA

Recent trends in car insurance for Downey drivers

Car insurance rates are frequently changing, so it's in your best interest to understand which way your area is trending before picking an insurance policy.

In Downey, car insurance rates dropped from 2017-2019, before steadying out in 2020. Insurance rates finished up in 2022, at $69 a month

How does Downey compare to neighboring areas?

Why are car insurance rates in Downey different from other areas?

When considering how much to charge for an insurance policy, car insurance companies will evaluate a lot of factors. A few of these factors affecting your personal policy have already been mentioned, but others are based around where you live and drive. These include things like:

• Crime
• Regional regulations
• General road safety (how many accidents each locality has)
• Total number of drivers in the area
• Off-street parking availability

An awareness of these factors is important when thinking about buying a new policy or potentially moving to a new home. Each area will have different rates. Guides like these are a wonderful place to get started.

How can I find the cheapest car insurance in Downey?

Arming yourself with information about the average costs for drivers in your area will better prepare you for the real deal. The only way to know for sure what your rate will be is by asking for a quote from car insurance companies.

Don't worry, Compare.com does all of that work for you. Put in your ZIP below, answer a few questions about your driving profile, and you'll be comparing the cheapest quotes from the many car insurance companies offering coverage in Downey.

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Downey Insurance FAQs

What factors affect car insurance quotes in Downey?

Car insurance companies calculate quotes based on a wide array of factors. These include things you can't control like your gender and age but also factors like your address, credit score, driving record and marital status, as well as your vehicle's year and make and model.

Why is the cost of car insurance in Downey different from other neighboring cities?

Auto insurance companies consider regional factors, such as parking situations, crime rates, and local laws into account when calculating the monthly rate for coverage. Since these can all vary from city to city the rates you may see can differ from neighboring areas.

Which car insurance company will offer me the cheapest rate in Downey?

Since the factors that go into calculating your monthly payment vary from person to person, there isn't one company that will always offer the cheapest rate to everybody. You can be confident that you're receiving the best price possible however, by using sites like Compare.com to compare multiple quotes at once.

Do I need to change my insurance if I move to Downey?

Whenever you move to a new area, or experience any other major life event such as getting married or finding a new job, it's always a good idea to re-evaluate your current insurance policy. Certain companies may offer larger discounts in certain cities, so it's a smart idea to use services like Compare.com to compare quotes from dozens of companies side-by-side.

Do I need to wait for my policy to expire to switch to a different car insurance company?

No, you can switch companies at any point, no matter how much time is left on your current policy. If you're thinking about moving to Downey or are wondering if you're paying the best rate for your current area, take 10 minutes and visit Compare.com to find out for sure.