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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Grass Valley, NV

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Grass Valley save up to 36.3% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Grass Valley

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Grass Valley 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 State Farm, followed by Progressive, Geico, and Safeco Insurance.

 
Grass Valley Insurer Monthly Cost
State Farm $59
Progressive $76
Geico $76
Safeco Insurance $82

Savings for Every Kind of Grass Valley Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Grass Valley driver will save about 23% 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, credit score, marital status, and age. The average driver will find themselves saving $454 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Grass Valley residents are paying out over $1,992 extra every year for auto insurance in Grass Valley. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

Grass Valley Car Insurance vs. Nevada

People living in Grass Valley pay an average of 11.56% less than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Grass Valley can expect to pay about $1,018 per year, or $1,992 for full coverage.

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

Car Insurance Prices by Grass Valley Neighborhood

Grass Valley, NV map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Grass Valley?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Grass Valley, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $0 per year within the city boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $1,992 to a low of $1,992. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Central area, and lower for those with homes in the Central parts of Grass Valley.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Grass Valley

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 Grass Valley insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Grass Valley

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, State Farm is the best option, with annual savings of $454 over the average Grass Valley car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $128 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Grass Valley. State Farm, Progressive, and Travelers are all good choices for quotes if you have a clean record. See also the best providers for married people if you are married, and look for repeated company names.

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

In Grass Valley getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 33% for a yearly cost of $2,983. That's $991 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, Progressive, and Travelers 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 $613 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Grass Valley drivers with speeding tickets

>Progressive gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $345 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 Grass Valley, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $486. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Progressive, and Travelers for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,478 per year.

The best auto insurance for Grass Valley drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $3,143 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,152 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Progressive, and Allstate penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $853 less each year.

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

In Grass Valley, State Farm costs young drivers $2,550 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 72% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Grass Valley. With an average cost of $7,015 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 AAA 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 Grass Valley

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $152. State Farm, Geico, and Progressive provided the largest discounts to couples living in Grass Valley.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $585 saved each year compared to an average Grass Valley couple's premiums.

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The cheapest car insurance in Grass Valley for drivers with bad credit

People with poor credit saved an average of $828 with State Farm.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $961 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $2,953 in Grass Valley. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from State Farm, Progressive, and Safeco Insurance.

The best Grass Valley car insurance company for customer service

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

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Grass Valley 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 Grass Valley. 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 Grass Valley

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 3.7% of Grass Valley 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 Grass Valley driver can expect to pay about $145 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 Grass Valley, USAA has the best prices for married couples, good drivers, young drivers, drivers with a DUI conviction, drivers with accidents, drivers with bad credit, and drivers with speeding tickets.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Grass Valley

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Grass Valley?

On average, car insurance in Grass Valley is actually less expensive than the rest of the state. These low 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 Grass Valley is 42 minutes, which is far more than average for a driver in the state.
  • Nevada state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 9 to 10 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Grass Valley are among the highest in the state, and marriage often results in car insurance discounts.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are low, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of A- according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Grass Valley 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 Grass Valley is $85 per month for minimum coverage and $166 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 Grass Valley driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Grass Valley 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.