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We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Brighton save up to 35.5% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Brighton

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Brighton for a driver with a good record seeking minimum coverage on a mid-grade used vehicle. Values are estimated, and premiums may be lower or higher, but should be in an accurate order for a good driver. In general, drivers with good records will get the best prices through Safety Insurance, followed by Geico, Midvale Home & Auto, and Travelers.

 
Brighton Insurer Monthly Cost
Safety Insurance $47
Geico $51
Midvale Home & Auto $60
Travelers $75

Savings for Every Kind of Brighton Driver

The table shows how much the average auto insurance customer in Brighton might save by following our recommendations.

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Brighton driver will save about 34% on car insurance. This isn’t marketing: this is unbiased data with no financial influence. The best auto insurance company depends on factors such as your driving record, home location, and age. The average driver will find themselves saving $646 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Brighton residents are paying out over $1,890 extra every year for auto insurance in Brighton. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Brighton, MA Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$646
Drivers with accidents
$961
Drivers with speeding tickets
$800
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$1,061
Young drivers
$2,340
Married drivers
$0
Drivers with bad credit
$0

Brighton Car Insurance vs. Massachusetts

People living in Brighton pay an average of 21.69% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Brighton can expect to pay about $812 per year, or $1,890 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, State Farm will be the cheapest provider in Brighton for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Brighton Neighborhood

Brighton, MA map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Brighton?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Brighton, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $594 per year within the city boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $2,224 to a low of $1,630. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the East area, and lower for those with homes in the Southwest parts of Brighton.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Brighton

We have analyzed insurance costs for auto insurance customers based on the major variables that impact pricing. The results of our analysis are below, including US dollar savings. What about when you meet one or more of the criteria? For example, if you have both a DUI and a speeding ticket? Simply start with the Brighton insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Brighton

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, State Farm is the best option, with annual savings of $646 over the average Brighton car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $104 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Brighton. State Farm, Geico, and Safety Insurance are all good choices for quotes if you have a clean record.

The best car insurance provider for Brighton drivers with accidents on their records

In Brighton getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 32% for a yearly cost of $2,775. That's $885 per year more than a driver with no at-fault crashes on their driving record might pay. To avoid paying out more than you need to, State Farm, Geico, and Safety Insurance are good choices for drivers with accidents.

In our analysis, State Farm saved the average person who had been in an accident the most, with annual savings averaging $961 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Brighton drivers with speeding tickets

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $800 better than other car insurance companies.

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Depending on the insurance company, a speeding ticket can actually raise insurance premiums more than getting in an accident. In Brighton, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $347. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Safety Insurance for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,237 per year.

The best auto insurance for Brighton drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $3,146 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,256 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Geico, and Progressive penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $1,061 less each year.

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The least expensive car insurance company for new and young drivers in Brighton

In Brighton, State Farm costs young drivers $2,340 less each year versus the average auto insurance bill.

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Teen drivers account for more than their share of accidents, and thus end up paying about 71% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Brighton. With an average cost of $6,594 per year (for young drivers who aren't on a parent's plan), car insurance for inexperienced drivers can’t ever be called "cheap." A few companies like State Farm, Geico, and Plymouth Rock Assurance try to attract these younger drivers with lower prices in the hopes that they will stay with the company.

The best marriage discounts for vehicle insurance in Brighton

The state of Massachusetts does not allow marriage discounts, so the prices are unchanged if you are married

The cheapest car insurance in Brighton for drivers with bad credit

The state of Massachusetts does not allow companies to use credit score to figure out premiums, so the prices are unchanged regardless of credit score

The best Brighton car insurance company for customer service

Many car insurance companies over the years have struggled with customer service. In Brighton, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) ranks Nationwide as the best. Another valuable metric: JD Power ranks State Farm as the best provider in Brighton.

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Brighton according to the NAIC.

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Recent price drops

Due to improvements in our tracking and methodology, we are unable to show price change data for the most recent year. This data will return next year (2023).

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During the Covid-19 pandemic a few insurance companies realized people were driving less and struggling overall. They proactively lowered their rates for many customers in Brighton. We think helping communities in a time of need deserves special attention. Many insurance companies have advertisements telling us how much they care: we prefer to look at their actions.

The cheapest large national provider in Brighton

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 77% of Brighton residents who are renting, and don't plan to be in the city or state for very long. Or maybe national recognition and funds make people feel more secure with a large provider. Regardless, State Farm tends to have the lowest prices for most drivers.

For customers who prefer to work with large national providers, we recommend State Farm for pricing. The average Brighton driver can expect to pay about $85 per month.

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What About USAA?

JD power consistently ranks USAA as the top car insurance company in the United States. We don’t compare their rates because most people can’t sign up. USAA only allows active military members and their spouses and children to apply. In Brighton, USAA has the best prices for drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with a DUI conviction, good drivers, young drivers, and drivers with accidents.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Brighton

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Brighton?

On average, car insurance in Brighton is more expensive than the rest of the state. These high prices are no mystery to us. Coverage Watch tracks car insurance costs and uses a complex AI that finds related variables, and has determined car insurance prices in the city are influenced by the following factors:

  • The average commute time in Brighton is 41 minutes, which is a little more than average for a driver in the state.
  • Massachusetts state insurance regulations may allow for lower prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are very high, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of B according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Brighton is one of the least populated areas in the state. The city’s density could result in a price decrease for drivers.

As a result of these and other factors, the average cost of car insurance in Brighton is $68 per month for minimum coverage and $157 per month for full coverage. Costs vary widely based on your situation, and will likely be lower if you have a clean driving record and follow our insurance company research to find the best car insurance company for you.

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* Who is the average Brighton driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Brighton with good (but not perfect) credit driving a used midsized sedan. Data sources: proprietary data collection and analysis, unique to CoverageWatch.org All content copyright CoverageWatch.org. Journalists and other websites are free to cite any data with attribution.