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Get Cheap Car Insurance in Southwest Mesa, Mesa, AZ

We monitor insurance prices, helping the average driver in Southwest Mesa save up to 38.6% on car insurance.

 

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The Cheapest Minimum Coverage in Southwest Mesa

The chart below shows the cheapest car insurance company in Southwest Mesa 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 Metromile, followed by State Farm, Mile Auto, and MetLife.

 
Southwest Mesa Insurer Monthly Cost
Metromile $66
State Farm $67
Mile Auto $84
MetLife $84

Savings for Every Kind of Southwest Mesa Driver

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

Based on our extensive insurance data, we know the average Southwest Mesa driver will save about 39% 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 $750 per year by choosing the right vehicle insurance company. Some Southwest Mesa residents are paying out over $1,942 extra every year for auto insurance in Southwest Mesa. That cost may be even higher if you haven’t requested a new quote as your life situation changed.

Southwest Mesa Car Insurance vs. Mesa

People living in Southwest Mesa pay an average of 7.03% more than the typical driver in the state. The average driver in Southwest Mesa can expect to pay about $1,023 per year, or $1,942 for full coverage.

Based on our analysis, Safeco Insurance will be the cheapest provider in Southwest Mesa for most people.

Car Insurance Prices by Southwest Mesa Neighborhood

Southwest Mesa, Mesa, AZ map of insurance costs by zip code and neighborhood

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Where is insurance cheapest within Southwest Mesa?

The map shows insurance prices in and around Southwest Mesa, with more expensive areas in red and places with cheaper car insurance in green. Insurance can vary by as much as $476 per year within the neighborhood boundaries, with insurance premiums ranging from a high of $2,178 to a low of $1,702. Insurance prices tend to be higher for those living in the Northwest area, and lower for those with homes in the West parts of Southwest Mesa.

Pick the Best Car Insurance Company for You in Southwest Mesa

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 Southwest Mesa insurance provider for whom we have posted the highest savings dollar figure.

The best car insurance provider for most drivers in Southwest Mesa

For drivers with clean driving records and no major strikes, Safeco Insurance is the best option, with annual savings of $750 over the average Southwest Mesa car insurance company.

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We use the average good driver, paying $99 per month, as our baseline for pricing in Southwest Mesa. State Farm, Safeco Insurance, and Metromile 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 Southwest Mesa drivers with accidents on their records

In Southwest Mesa getting into an accident will raise premiums an average 28% for a yearly cost of $2,713. That's $772 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 Nationwide are good choices for drivers with accidents.

In our analysis, Nationwide saved the average person who had been in an accident the most, with annual savings averaging $667 over the competition.

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The best car insurance company for Southwest Mesa drivers with speeding tickets

>State Farm gave the average person with a speeding ticket the most savings, averaging $406 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 Southwest Mesa, tickets raise premiums on new quotes about $391. If you have a speeding ticket, we recommend State Farm, Geico, and Nationwide for savings that beat the average insurance cost of $2,332 per year.

The best auto insurance for Southwest Mesa drivers with a DUI conviction

Getting a DUI can increase the cost of insurance dramatically. The average person with a DUI paid $2,992 per year in auto insurance premiums, which was $1,050 more than a driver with no major issues. State Farm, Progressive, and American Family Insurance penalized their customers the least for a DUI.

Getting a quote from State Farm may cost the average person with a DUI about $682 less each year.

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

In Southwest Mesa, Geico costs young drivers $2,163 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 70% more for insurance than more mature drivers in Southwest Mesa. With an average cost of $6,421 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 Southwest Mesa

Not everything is an excuse for the auto insurance companies to charge you more. Getting married provides an average discount of $200. State Farm, Geico, and Progressive provided the largest discounts to couples living in Southwest Mesa.

State Farm gave the largest car insurance discounts to married couples, averaging $382 saved each year compared to an average Southwest Mesa couple's premiums.

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The cheapest car insurance in Southwest Mesa for drivers with bad credit

People with poor credit saved an average of $1,072 with Geico.

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Many people are surprised that their poor credit score can cost them an average of $1,761 every year. Premiums for people with poor credit were about $3,702 in Southwest Mesa. However, some insurance companies do not take credit score into account. If you have a credit score below 575, get quotes from Geico, Progressive, and Nationwide.

The best Southwest Mesa car insurance company for customer service

Many car insurance companies over the years have struggled with customer service. In Southwest Mesa, 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 Southwest Mesa.

Nationwide was the best company for customer service in Southwest Mesa 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 Southwest Mesa. 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 Southwest Mesa

Many customers have informed us that they prefer to work with large national brands. Maybe they're one of the 50% of Southwest Mesa 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 Southwest Mesa driver can expect to pay about $130 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 Southwest Mesa, USAA has the best prices for married couples, drivers with speeding tickets, drivers with accidents, good drivers, drivers with bad credit, young drivers, and drivers with a DUI conviction.
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Auto Insurance Prices in and Around Southwest Mesa

What Influences the Cost of Car Insurance in Southwest Mesa?

On average, car insurance in Southwest Mesa 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 Southwest Mesa is 28 minutes, which is a little less than average for a driver in the city.
  • Arizona state insurance regulations may require higher prices.
  • An average of 0 weeks with snow on the ground, which impacts accident rates.
  • Marriage rates in Southwest Mesa are lower than average in the state, and marriage often results in car insurance discounts.
  • Vehicle theft rates in the area are very high, with a Vehicle Theft Crime Grade of D+ according to CrimeGrade.org.
  • Southwest Mesa is a fairly densely populated area 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 Southwest Mesa is $85 per month for minimum coverage and $162 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 Southwest Mesa driver? Based on national demographic data provided by BestNeighborhood, we took a single unmarried man living in central Southwest Mesa 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.