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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Near West Side, Chicago, IL

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Near West Side save up to 28.8% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Near West Side

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Near West Side 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 Country Financial, Metromile, and American Family Insurance.

 
Near West Side Insurer Monthly Cost
State Farm $62
Country Financial $67
Metromile $73
American Family Insurance $79

Savings for Every Kind of Near West Side Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Near West Side 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 $431 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Near West Side residents are paying out over $1,845 extra every year for auto insurance in Near West Side. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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Drivers with good records
$431
Drivers with accidents
$811
Drivers with speeding tickets
$649
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$680
Young drivers
$1,676
Married drivers
$482
Drivers with bad credit
$619

Near West Side Car Insurance vs. Chicago

People living in Near West Side pay an average of 22.13% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Near West Side can expect to pay about $1,096 per year, or $1,845 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, Lighthouse will be the cheapest provider in Near West Side for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Near West Side Neighborhood

Near West Side, Chicago, IL map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Near West Side?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Near West Side, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $498 per year within the neighborhood boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $2,119 to a low of $1,621. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Northwest area, and lower for those with homes in the Northeast parts of Near West Side.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Near West Side

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 Near West Side insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Near West Side

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Lighthouse is the best option, with annual savings of $431 over the average Near West Side car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $118 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Near West Side. State Farm, Lighthouse, and Safeco Insurance 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 Near West Side drivers with accidents on their records

In Near West Side getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 34% for a yearly cost of $2,813. That's $967 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, Country Financial, and Metromile 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 $811 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Near West Side drivers with speeding tickets

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $649 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 Near West Side, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $668. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Country Financial for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,513 per year.

The best auto insurance for Near West Side drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,785 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $939 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Kemper, and Country Financial penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $680 less each year.

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The least expensive car insurance company for new and young drivers in Near West Side

In Near West Side, State Farm costs young drivers $1,676 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 68% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Near West Side. With an average cost of $5,820 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 Country Financial 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 Near West Side

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $160. State Farm, Travelers, and Country Financial provided the largest discounts to couples living in Near West Side.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $482 saved each year compared to an average Near West Side couple's premiums.

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The cheapest car insurance in Near West Side for drivers with bad credit

People with poor credit saved an average of $619 with Country Financial.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $1,154 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $3,000 in Near West Side. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from State Farm, Nationwide, and Country Financial.

The best Near West Side car insurance company for customer service

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

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Near West Side 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 Near West Side. 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 Near West Side

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 65% of Near West Side 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, 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 Near West Side driver can expect to pay about $98 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 Near West Side, USAA has the best prices for drivers with a DUI conviction, good drivers, married couples, young drivers, drivers with bad credit, drivers with accidents, and drivers with speeding tickets.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Near West Side

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Near West Side?

On average, car insurance in Near West Side 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 Near West Side is 33 minutes, which is far less than average for a driver in the city.
  • Illinois state insurance regulations may allow for lower prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Near West Side are lower than average in the state, and marriage often results in car insurance discounts.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are high, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of C+ according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Near West Side is one of the most densely populated areas in the state. The neighborhood’s density could result in a price increase for drivers.

As a result of these and other factors, the average cost of car insurance in Near West Side is $91 per month for minimum coverage and $154 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 Near West Side driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Near West Side 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.