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Get Cheap Car Insurance in South End, Boston, MA

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

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in South End

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in South End 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.

 
South End Insurer Monthly Cost
Safety Insurance $50
Geico $54
Midvale Home & Auto $63
Travelers $80

Savings for Every Kind of South End Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average South End 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 $686 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some South End residents are paying out over $2,005 extra every year for auto insurance in South End. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

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South End, Boston, MA Savings / Yr.
Drivers with good records
$686
Drivers with accidents
$1,020
Drivers with speeding tickets
$848
Drivers with a DUI conviction
$1,126
Young drivers
$2,483
Married drivers
$0
Drivers with bad credit
$0

South End Car Insurance vs. Boston

People living in South End pay an average of 29.14% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in South End can expect to pay about $861 per year, or $2,005 for full coverage.

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

Car Insurance Prices by South End Neighborhood

South End, Boston, MA map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within South End?

The map shows insurance prices in and around South End, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $562 per year within the neighborhood boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $2,305 to a low of $1,743. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Central area, and lower for those with homes in the North parts of South End.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in South End

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 South End insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in South End

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, State Farm is the best option, with annual savings of $686 over the average South End car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $110 per month, as our baseline for pricing in South End. State Farm, Geico, and Safety Insurance are all good choices for quotes if you have a clean record.

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

In South End getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 32% for a yearly cost of $2,944. That's $939 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 $1,020 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for South End drivers with speeding tickets

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $848 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 South End, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $368. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Safety Insurance for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,374 per year.

The best auto insurance for South End drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $3,338 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,333 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 $1,126 less each year.

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

In South End, State Farm costs young drivers $2,483 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 South End. With an average cost of $6,998 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 South End

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

The cheapest car insurance in South End 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 South End car insurance company for customer service

Many car insurance companies over the years have struggled with customer service. In South End, 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 South End.

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in South End 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 South End. 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 South End

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 65% of South End 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 South End 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 South End, 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 South End

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in South End?

On average, car insurance in South End 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 South End is 33 minutes, which is about the national average for a driver in the city.
  • 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.
  • South End 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 South End is $72 per month for minimum coverage and $167 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 South End driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central South End 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.