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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Downtown Hilo, Hilo, HI

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Downtown Hilo save up to 25.6% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Downtown Hilo

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Downtown Hilo 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 Geico, followed by Island Insurance, Farmers Insurance, and Midvale Home & Auto.

 
Downtown Hilo Insurer Monthly Cost
Geico $34
Island Insurance $40
Farmers Insurance $53
Midvale Home & Auto $55

Savings for Every Kind of Downtown Hilo Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Downtown Hilo driver will save about 26% 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 $371 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Downtown Hilo residents are paying out over $1,447 extra every year for auto insurance in Downtown Hilo. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

Situation
Downtown Hilo, Hilo, HI Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$371
Drivers with accidents
$444
Drivers with speeding tickets
$452
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$672
Young drivers
$548
Married drivers
$0
Drivers with bad credit
$0

Downtown Hilo Car Insurance vs. Hilo

People living in Downtown Hilo pay an average of 6.22% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Downtown Hilo can expect to pay about $645 per year, or $1,447 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, Geico will be the cheapest provider in Downtown Hilo for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Downtown Hilo Neighborhood

Downtown Hilo, Hilo, HI map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Downtown Hilo?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Downtown Hilo, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $59 per year within the neighborhood boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,462 to a low of $1,403. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the South area, and lower for those with homes in the Northwest parts of Downtown Hilo.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Downtown Hilo

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 Downtown Hilo insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Downtown Hilo

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Geico is the best option, with annual savings of $371 over the average Downtown Hilo car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $90 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Downtown Hilo. Geico, Island Insurance, and Farmers Insurance are all good choices for quotes if you have a clean record.

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

In Downtown Hilo getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 17% for a yearly cost of $1,736. That's $289 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, Geico, Island Insurance, and Farmers Insurance are good choices for drivers with accidents.

In our analysis, Geico saved the average person who had been in an accident the most, with annual savings averaging $444 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Downtown Hilo drivers with speeding tickets

>Geico gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $452 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 Downtown Hilo, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $37. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend Geico, Island Insurance, and Farmers Insurance for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $1,484 per year.

The best auto insurance for Downtown Hilo drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $3,284 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,838 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Progressive, and Farmers Insurance penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $672 less each year.

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

In Downtown Hilo, Geico costs young drivers $548 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 37% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Downtown Hilo. With an average cost of $2,287 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 Geico, Island Insurance, and Farmers Insurance 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 Downtown Hilo

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

The cheapest car insurance in Downtown Hilo for drivers with bad credit

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

The best Downtown Hilo car insurance company for customer service

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

Allstate was the best company for customer service in Downtown Hilo 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 Downtown Hilo. 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 Downtown Hilo

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 60% of Downtown Hilo residents who are renting, and don't plan to be in the neighborhood or city for very long. Or maybe national recognition and funds make people feel more secure with a large provider. Regardless, Geico tends to have the lowest prices for most drivers.

For customers who prefer to work with large national providers, we recommend Geico for pricing. The average Downtown Hilo driver can expect to pay about $84 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 Downtown Hilo, USAA has the best prices for drivers with accidents, good drivers, drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with a DUI conviction, drivers with bad credit, and young drivers.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Downtown Hilo

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Downtown Hilo?

On average, car insurance in Downtown Hilo 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 neighborhood are influenced by the following factors:

  • The average commute time in Downtown Hilo is 21 minutes, which is far less than average for a driver in the city.
  • Hawaii 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 D- according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Downtown Hilo is a lightly populated area in the state. The neighborhood’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 Downtown Hilo is $54 per month for minimum coverage and $121 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 Downtown Hilo driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Downtown Hilo 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.