Car insurance in Long Beach costs an average of $168 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 $98 per month.
Liability-only coverage averages $114 per month in Long Beach, while full coverage costs $223.
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 | $98 |
| Aspire General | $100 |
| Sun Coast | $106 |
| GEICO | $108 |
| Mercury | $109 |
| National General | $109 |
| Dairyland | $119 |
| Root | $129 |
| Allstate | $134 |
| Direct Auto | $134 |
| Farmers | $137 |
| Anchor | $140 |
| Bristol West | $149 |
| State Farm | $149 |
| Kemper Special | $152 |
| Travelers | $157 |
| Kemper Rsvp | $168 |
| 21st Century | $172 |
| Nationwide | $210 |
| Chubb | $267 |
USAA tops our list as the cheapest insurer, with an average monthly rate of $98. 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 | $98 |
| Full coverage | Aspire General | $189 |
| Teens | USAA | $181 |
| Seniors | USAA | $82 |
| Drivers with a speeding ticket | USAA | $127 |
| Drivers with an at-fault accident | USAA | $129 |
| Drivers with a DUI | USAA | $138 |
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 $98 per month.
Minimum coverage in Long Beach averages $114 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: Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Liability Rates by Company
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumUSAA $98 Aspire General $100 Sun Coast $106 GEICO $108 Mercury $109 National General $109 Dairyland $119 Root $129 Allstate $134 Direct Auto $134 Farmers $137 Anchor $140 Bristol West $149 State Farm $149 Kemper Special $152 Travelers $157 Kemper Rsvp $168 21st Century $172 Nationwide $210 Chubb $267 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 $223 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: Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Full-Coverage Rates by Company
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumAspire General $189 Root $210 Mercury $223 GEICO $228 USAA $229 Kemper Special $256 Kemper Rsvp $261 Sun Coast $263 Anchor $280 Dairyland $301 National General $308 Allstate $315 Farmers $324 Bristol West $342 Direct Auto $350 State Farm $351 Travelers $369 21st Century $402 Nationwide $495 Chubb $625 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 $305 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: Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates for Teens
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumUSAA $181 Aspire General $181 Sun Coast $192 Root $194 GEICO $195 Mercury $199 Dairyland $207 National General $217 Direct Auto $260 Bristol West $264 Allstate $264 Anchor $267 Farmers $274 Kemper Special $276 State Farm $289 Kemper Rsvp $305 21st Century $308 Travelers $326 Nationwide $409 Chubb $548 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 $153 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: Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates for Seniors
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumUSAA $82 National General $88 GEICO $88 Mercury $89 Aspire General $91 Sun Coast $96 Dairyland $104 Allstate $112 Farmers $112 Direct Auto $113 Anchor $117 State Farm $120 Root $122 Bristol West $128 Travelers $129 Kemper Special $138 21st Century $139 Kemper Rsvp $153 Nationwide $165 Chubb $208 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 $213 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: Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates With a Ticket
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumAspire General $127 USAA $127 Sun Coast $134 National General $137 GEICO $142 Dairyland $149 Mercury $151 Root $155 Direct Auto $169 Anchor $174 Allstate $175 Farmers $177 Bristol West $189 State Farm $190 Kemper Special $193 Travelers $205 Kemper Rsvp $213 21st Century $228 Nationwide $274 Chubb $342 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 $214 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: Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates With an Accident
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumAspire General $127 USAA $129 Sun Coast $135 GEICO $140 National General $143 Dairyland $154 Root $159 Mercury $160 Allstate $177 Anchor $178 Direct Auto $179 Farmers $180 Kemper Special $193 Bristol West $193 State Farm $194 Travelers $208 Kemper Rsvp $214 21st Century $230 Nationwide $278 Chubb $350 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 $229 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: Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 PM PDT.Average Rates With a DUI
CompanyAverage Monthly PremiumAspire General $136 USAA $138 Sun Coast $145 GEICO $151 National General $153 Mercury $163 Dairyland $167 Root $181 Allstate $188 Direct Auto $188 Farmers $192 Anchor $201 Kemper Special $207 Bristol West $209 State Farm $209 Travelers $221 Kemper Rsvp $229 21st Century $233 Nationwide $295 Chubb $375
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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 $168 per month for car insurance. Drivers pay about $114 per month for liability coverage and $223 for full coverage.
Is car insurance in Long Beach expensive?
Yes. For context, the average rate in Long Beach is $168 per month compared to the national average of $140, 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 $98 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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