Car insurance in Long Beach costs an average of $172 per month. Long Beach’s proximity to Los Angeles and its busy port contribute to higher traffic density, which can drive up insurance costs compared to smaller California cities.[1] Despite these factors, many insurance companies offer rates well below the citywide average.
The three companies offering the best rates in Long Beach are USAA, Aspire General, and Sun Coast, with USAA offering the cheapest average liability rate among them.
This article covers the cheapest insurers in Long Beach for various driver types, how to pick the right company for your needs, and practical tips to save money on your car insurance.
USAA offers the cheapest average rates in Long Beach, at $101 per month.
Liability-only coverage averages $117 per month in Long Beach, while full coverage costs $226.
California requires all drivers to purchase at least 30/60/15 in liability limits to legally drive in the state.[2]
The Cheapest Car Insurance Companies in Long Beach, California
Even with higher-than-average rates in Long Beach, you can still find affordable coverage from several insurers that offer prices below the citywide average.
The table below shows the most affordable insurance companies in Long Beach, according to Compare.com data.
Company | Average Monthly Premium |
|---|---|
| USAA | $101 |
| Aspire General | $103 |
| Sun Coast | $107 |
| GEICO | $108 |
| Mercury | $112 |
| National General | $113 |
| Dairyland | $123 |
| Direct Auto | $132 |
| Root | $132 |
| Farmers | $142 |
| Anchor | $144 |
| Bristol West | $154 |
| State Farm | $154 |
| Kemper Special | $158 |
| Travelers | $163 |
| Kemper Rsvp | $173 |
| 21st Century | $177 |
| First Acceptance | $236 |
| Chubb | $275 |
USAA tops our list as the cheapest insurer, with an average monthly rate of $101. The following sections break down the cheapest companies for different driver profiles and coverage types.
Cheapest Car Insurance in Long Beach by Driver and Coverage Type
Your personal rates can vary dramatically based on factors like your age, driving record, and address. Comparing quotes from insurers offering affordable rates for drivers with similar backgrounds will help you find the best deal.
The following breakdown shows the cheapest companies for various driver types and coverage levels, according to our data.
Driver/Coverage Type | Cheapest Insurer | Insurer’s Average Monthly Premium |
|---|---|---|
| State-minimum coverage | USAA | $101 |
| Full coverage | Aspire General | $192 |
| Teens | USAA | $185 |
| Seniors | USAA | $84 |
| Drivers with a speeding ticket | USAA | $131 |
| Drivers with an at-fault accident | USAA | $134 |
| Drivers with a DUI | USAA | $141 |
In the following sections, we’ll break down each driver category in more detail.
Find the Best Company for You
Policies in Long Beach start as low as $101 per month.
Minimum coverage in Long Beach averages $117 per month, according to Compare.com data. Most insurance experts recommend buying more than the state’s minimum requirements because these limits often aren’t enough to cover serious accidents or expensive vehicles.[3]
If you need bare-bones coverage that meets California’s minimum requirements, the chart below highlights the five cheapest companies available, according to our research.
The below rates in Long Beach, CA, are estimated rates current as of: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Liability Rates by Company
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumUSAA $101 Aspire General $103 Sun Coast $107 GEICO $108 Mercury $112 National General $113 Dairyland $123 Direct Auto $132 Root $132 Farmers $142 Anchor $144 Bristol West $154 State Farm $154 Kemper Special $158 Travelers $163 Kemper Rsvp $173 21st Century $177 First Acceptance $236 Chubb $275 Full-coverage insurance protects your vehicle from damage, theft, and weather-related incidents that liability won’t cover. It typically includes comprehensive and collision insurance in addition to the state’s minimum liability requirements.
Most drivers should consider full coverage for the best coverage and protection. Plus, if lenders and leasing companies require you to buy full coverage if you finance or lease your car.[4] Full coverage in Long Beach averages $226 per month, and several insurers offer it for close to the average liability price in the city.
Our data shows five insurers that offer the most competitive full-coverage rates in Long Beach.
The below rates in Long Beach, CA, are estimated rates current as of: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Full-Coverage Rates by Company
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumAspire General $192 Root $212 GEICO $228 Mercury $228 USAA $236 Kemper Special $260 Kemper Rsvp $265 Sun Coast $269 Anchor $279 National General $318 Dairyland $320 Farmers $335 Direct Auto $343 Bristol West $352 State Farm $363 Travelers $381 21st Century $415 First Acceptance $559 Chubb $646 If you’re a teen driver or have one on your insurance policy, you’ll pay higher rates. Car insurance for younger drivers is often the most expensive due to their lack of driving experience and because this group causes more accidents than older drivers.[5] Nationwide, the average teen pays nearly double what someone 20 or older pays for the same coverage, according to our data.
Teens in Long Beach pay an average of $310 per month, but you can still find affordable options if you’re a teen driver or adding one to your policy.
Below, you’ll find the five most budget-friendly insurers for teenage drivers in Long Beach, according to Compare.com data.
The below rates in Long Beach, CA, are estimated rates current as of: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates for Teens
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumUSAA $185 Aspire General $185 Sun Coast $193 GEICO $194 Root $198 Mercury $203 Dairyland $213 National General $223 Direct Auto $255 Bristol West $271 Anchor $274 Farmers $281 Kemper Special $284 State Farm $296 Kemper Rsvp $311 21st Century $315 Travelers $335 First Acceptance $425 Chubb $561 Senior drivers typically enjoy the lowest insurance rates of any age group, thanks to decades of driving experience and more cautious driving habits compared to younger drivers.[6] Older drivers in Long Beach pay an average of $156 per month, according to Compare.com data, but you can likely find even better deals from several companies.
The following chart highlights five companies with the cheapest rates for seniors in Long Beach.
The below rates in Long Beach, CA, are estimated rates current as of: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates for Seniors
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumUSAA $84 GEICO $88 Mercury $91 National General $91 Aspire General $94 Sun Coast $97 Dairyland $107 Direct Auto $111 Farmers $116 Anchor $119 Root $124 State Farm $124 Bristol West $132 Travelers $134 21st Century $143 Kemper Special $143 Kemper Rsvp $157 Chubb $214 First Acceptance $214 Getting a traffic ticket may not seem like a big deal, but it can lead to a premium increase when your policy renews. Insurers view tickets as indicators of risky driving behavior.[7] Our research shows even a single speeding ticket causes average rates to jump by 37% nationwide.
Drivers with a recent ticket in Long Beach pay an average of $218 per month for insurance, according to Compare.com data.
Our data shows several insurers offer more affordable options. Check out the companies below for the cheapest coverage after a ticket in Long Beach.
The below rates in Long Beach, CA, are estimated rates current as of: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates With a Ticket
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumAspire General $131 USAA $131 Sun Coast $136 National General $142 GEICO $142 Dairyland $154 Mercury $156 Root $159 Direct Auto $167 Anchor $179 Farmers $183 Bristol West $196 State Farm $197 Kemper Special $201 Travelers $213 Kemper Rsvp $220 21st Century $235 First Acceptance $300 Chubb $353 Causing a car crash can cause your auto insurance rates to jump substantially because it signals to insurers that you’re more likely to file claims in the future. In fact, a single at-fault accident causes average rates to increase by 41% nationwide.
Drivers in Long Beach with a recent accident pay an average of $220 per month, according to Compare.com data.
To get a better rate in Long Beach after an accident, get quotes from the insurers in the chart below.
The below rates in Long Beach, CA, are estimated rates current as of: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates With an Accident
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumAspire General $131 USAA $134 Sun Coast $137 GEICO $140 National General $148 Dairyland $160 Root $163 Mercury $165 Direct Auto $177 Anchor $184 Farmers $187 Bristol West $200 State Farm $201 Kemper Special $202 Travelers $217 Kemper Rsvp $221 21st Century $238 First Acceptance $301 Chubb $361 A DUI conviction will cause your car insurance rates to skyrocket. Our research shows average rates increase by 61% nationwide after a DUI conviction.
In addition to dealing with higher insurance rates, a DUI can make it difficult to find coverage. Some insurers won’t offer policies to drivers with recent DUI convictions. Fortunately, some insurers specialize in high-risk drivers, including drivers with a recent DUI.[8]
Long Beach drivers with a DUI conviction pay an average of $232 per month, according to our data.
But you won’t have to pay expensive car insurance rates forever. Check out the five insurers offering the lowest rates for drivers with DUI convictions in Long Beach, according to Compare.com data.
The below rates in Long Beach, CA, are estimated rates current as of: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates With a DUI
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumAspire General $139 USAA $141 Sun Coast $145 GEICO $150 National General $158 Mercury $166 Dairyland $172 Direct Auto $184 Root $184 Farmers $198 Anchor $202 Kemper Special $213 Bristol West $215 State Farm $215 Travelers $228 Kemper Rsvp $234 21st Century $238 First Acceptance $319 Chubb $384
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California Auto Insurance Requirements
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California requires all drivers to maintain car insurance, like nearly every other state. Here are the specific coverage requirements you’ll need to meet:
Bodily injury liability: $30,000 per person and $60,000 per accident
Property damage liability: $15,000 per accident
You also have the option of buying uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, since insurers must offer it in California. Remember to keep proof of financial responsibility with you at all times in case you get into an accident, need to show it to an officer, or renew your car registration.
For most drivers, minimum coverage won’t provide adequate protection, especially if you personally experience car damage or an injury. Most insurance experts recommend buying coverage above California’s minimum limits because these amounts often won’t cover the full cost of serious accidents.
Consider if you were to cause an accident involving a luxury vehicle worth $80,000. California’s $15,000 property damage minimum would leave you personally responsible for $65,000 in repairs — far more than most people can afford to pay out of pocket.
Remember, lenders require comprehensive and collision coverage if you finance or lease your car.
Long Beach Auto Insurance FAQs
If you still have questions about auto insurance, we’ve answered some of the most common questions drivers ask about coverage in Long Beach.
How much is car insurance in Long Beach?
Our data shows that Long Beach drivers pay an average of $172 per month for car insurance. Drivers pay about $117 per month for liability coverage and $226 for full coverage.
Is car insurance in Long Beach expensive?
Yes. For context, the average rate in Long Beach is $172 per month compared to the national average of $141, according to our research. That said, whether car insurance in Long Beach is expensive for you depends on your driving history, age, address, and other personal factors
What’s the cheapest auto insurance company in Long Beach?
USAA offers the cheapest car insurance in Long Beach, with an average rate of $101 per month, according to our data.
Our editorial team used highly trained generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with the first draft of this article before multiple insurance experts — including at least one licensed agent — rigorously reviewed, fact-checked, and edited every word and data point you see here.
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Methodology
Data scientists at Compare.com analyzed more than 50 million real-time auto insurance quotes from more than 75 partner insurers in order to compile the rates and statistics seen in this article. Compare.com’s auto insurance data includes coverage analysis and details on drivers’ vehicles, driving records, insurance histories, and demographic information.
All the rates listed in this article have been collected from a combination of real Compare.com quotes and external insurance rate data gathered in collaboration with Quadrant Information Services. Compare.com uses these observations to provide readers with insights into how auto insurance companies determine their premiums.
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