Car Insurance in Inglewood, California
Estimated full coverage in Inglewood runs about $1,730 a year ($144/month) — ▲ +11% versus the California average, ranking 4th most expensive of the 77 California cities we cover.
Why car insurance in Inglewood costs more than the California average
Insurers price by territory, and Inglewood's numbers explain most of the gap. With 102,774 residents on 9.1 square miles, the city's density (11,335 people per square mile) is 5.0 times the density where the typical California resident lives (2,278). The average commute is 30.5 minutes (California: 28.7), and 66% of workers drive alone. Together these put our location factor at 1.11× the state baseline for liability and collision, and 1.14× for comprehensive once FEMA weather risk for Los Angeles County is included.
| Factor | Inglewood | California ref. | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population density | 11,335 / sq mi | 2,278 / sq mi | More vehicles per mile of road means more fender-benders and claims. |
| Average commute | 30.5 min | 28.7 min | Longer daily drives add exposure to crashes. |
| Commutes over 60 min | 12.9% | — | Long highway commutes raise mileage-based risk. |
| Drive alone to work | 66.4% | — | Share of workers commuting by car. |
| Public transit to work | 5.5% | — | Transit use lowers how much residents drive. |
| Work from home | 12.5% | — | Remote workers may qualify for low-mileage pricing. |
| Households without a car | 9.9% | — | Context for non-owner and occasional-driver policies. |
| Weather hazard score (FEMA) | 76.0 | 64.0 | Hail, wind, flood and hurricane exposure drive comprehensive claims. |
Car insurance cost by ZIP code in Inglewood
Rates can change from one ZIP code to the next. Across 4 Inglewood ZIP codes, our full-coverage estimate ranges from $1,710 in 90301 to $1,770 in 90303. Denser, longer-commute neighborhoods estimate higher. Click a column to sort.
| ZIP | Population | Density / sq mi | Commute | No car | Est. full / yr | vs. city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90301 | 36,060 | 14,535 | 27.5 min | 12.2% | $1,710 | −1% |
| 90302 | 29,003 | 15,161 | 30.7 min | 6.9% | $1,760 | +2% |
| 90303 | 22,727 | 11,709 | 33.0 min | 11.7% | $1,770 | +2% |
| 90305 | 14,708 | 5,627 | 33.6 min | 8.1% | $1,715 | −1% |
Minimum car insurance in Inglewood
Inglewood drivers follow California's rules: at least 30/60/15 liability coverage. California is at-fault (tort). We estimate state-minimum coverage in Inglewood at $635 a year, and $885 for 100/300/100 limits.
| Coverage | Required? | Minimum | What it pays for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bodily injury liability | Yes | $30,000 per person / $60,000 per accident | Injuries you cause to other people |
| Property damage liability | Yes | $15,000 | Damage you cause to other vehicles and property |
| Personal injury protection (PIP) | No | — California does not require personal injury protection. | Your own medical bills and lost wages, regardless of fault |
| Uninsured motorist (UM) | No | — Insurers must offer uninsured motorist bodily injury and property damage coverage; declining it requires a signed waiver. | Your injuries when the at-fault driver has no insurance |
| Underinsured motorist (UIM) | No | — Underinsured motorist coverage is offered with uninsured motorist coverage and can be waived in writing. | The gap when the at-fault driver’s limits are too low |
| Medical payments (MedPay) | No | — Medical payments coverage is optional. | Medical bills for you and your passengers |
Income-eligible good drivers can meet the law through the California Low Cost Automobile Insurance Program at lower limits of 10/20/3.
Minimums were raised recently from 15/30/5.
Risk factors that shape Inglewood premiums
Accidents
California recorded 3,876 traffic deaths, or 1.19 per 100 million vehicle miles (U.S.: 1.19), in the latest full year of federal crash data. Local crash frequency is folded into our density and commute factors.
Vehicle theft
California's vehicle theft rate is 317 per 100,000 residents (U.S.: 197). The most-stolen vehicle in the state is the Chevrolet Pickup (Full Size) (NICB). Theft losses are paid by comprehensive coverage.
Weather
FEMA rates Los Angeles County as relatively moderate for hail, very high for inland flooding and relatively moderate for strong wind.
Traffic & commuting
12.9% of Inglewood commuters spend an hour or more getting to work, and there are 1.71 vehicles per household. 12.5% work from home — worth mentioning to insurers that offer low-mileage pricing.
| Hazard | Risk rating | Score (0–100) | Insurance impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hail | 93.0 | Comprehensive (car); roof claims (home) | |
| Tornado | 97.7 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Hurricane | 0.0 | Comprehensive; wind/hurricane deductibles (home) | |
| Inland (river) flooding | 100.0 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Coastal flooding | 90.0 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Strong wind | 75.2 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Winter weather | 74.8 | Collision (icy roads); frozen pipes (home) |
Scores are national percentiles of FEMA's county risk (higher means more expected loss than most other U.S. counties).
Estimated car insurance in Inglewood by driver profile
A clean-record driver in their 50s pays the least in our Inglewood model (about $1,595 for full coverage); an 18-year-old on their own policy pays about $4,760, and a DUI pushes a 30-something to $3,205.
| Driver | Minimum | Standard | Full coverage | Full / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teen driver (18, own policy) | $1,750 | $2,435 | $4,760 | $397 |
| Young adult (22) | $1,015 | $1,420 | $2,770 | $231 |
| Adult in their 30s | $635 | $885 | $1,730 | $144 |
| Adult in their 50s | $585 | $815 | $1,595 | $133 |
| Senior (72) | $710 | $995 | $1,940 | $162 |
| 30s, one at-fault accident | $920 | $1,285 | $2,510 | $209 |
| 30s, DUI on record | $1,175 | $1,640 | $3,205 | $267 |
Minimum vs. standard vs. full coverage in Inglewood
| Coverage level | What it includes | Per year | Per month | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State minimum liability | Only the liability (and PIP/UM where required) limits your state mandates. No coverage for your own car. | $635 | $53 | $520–$750 |
| Standard liability (100/300/100) | Higher liability limits plus uninsured motorist coverage. Still no coverage for damage to your own car. | $885 | $74 | $725–$1,045 |
| Full coverage | Standard liability plus collision and comprehensive, typically required on a financed or leased car. | $1,730 | $144 | $1,420–$2,045 |
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Cheap car insurance in Inglewood: how to lower your rate
The cheapest policy is the one that fits your situation. These levers are priced with Inglewood's own numbers:
| Change | Est. yearly savings | Good fit if… |
|---|---|---|
| Raise collision/comprehensive deductible from $500 to $1,000 | $115 | You have savings to cover a bigger out-of-pocket repair. |
| Low-mileage / usage-based pricing (under 7,500 mi) | $120 | You're among the 12.5% of Inglewood workers who work from home, or you rarely drive. |
| Drop collision & comprehensive on an older car | $465 | The car is paid off and worth little more than a year of premiums. |
| Standard (100/300/100) instead of full coverage | $845 | No loan or lease requires physical-damage coverage. |
| Avoid one speeding ticket | $385 | Everyone — violations typically affect rates for three to five years. |
Also ask about bundling, good-student, paid-in-full and defensive-driving discounts, and re-shop at every renewal — the same driver can be priced very differently by different insurers. We don't recommend specific companies. Common car insurance discounts.
Comparing car insurance quotes in Inglewood
- Use identical limits and deductibles on every quote — e.g. 100/300/100 liability with $1,000 deductibles — or prices aren't comparable.
- Get quotes from different channels: captive agents, independent agents who quote several insurers, and direct online insurers. There are 21 offices listed below.
- Check complaint records with the California Department of Insurance (complaint information) before you buy.
- Mention your ZIP code accurately — within Inglewood, our estimates differ by up to $60 a year between neighborhoods.
Car insurance agents near Inglewood, CA
We found 21 insurance offices within about 3 miles of central Inglewood, from open map data. Hover over a listing to show it on the map, click it to open the address in Google Maps, or tap it on a phone to start navigation. We don't sell insurance, rate these offices or receive anything from them.
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Rick Curtis - Farmers Insurance
319 E Hillcrest Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90301 -
Three Star Insurance Brokerage
400 East Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90301 -
Larry Abdul Karim - Farmers Insurance
8611 Crenshaw Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305 -
Eric Hollan - State Farm
10309 Hawthorne Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90304 -
AAA Insurance
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Maritza Hartnett - Farmers Insurance
11050 S Prairie Ave, Inglewood, CA 90303 -
Billy Campbell - Allstate
2300 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305 -
Ted Hope - State Farm
2049 W Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90047 -
Abiy Tilahun - Farmers Insurance
5250 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 -
Bill Woodruff - State Farm
1300 Centinela Avenue, Suite 101, Inglewood, CA 90302 -
Okason Uzochukwu Okey - Farmers Insurance
1620 Centinela Ave, Inglewood, CA 90302 -
Tanesha Harvey - Allstate
6820 La Tijera Blvd, Ste 104, Los Angeles, CA 90045 -
Virgil Sanders - State Farm Insurance Agent
2644 W Imperial Hwy, Inglewood, CA 90303 -
Freeway Insurance
5375 W Centinela Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045 -
Mark Alan Radin - Farmers Insurance
5777 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 -
Ryan Edwards - State Farm
5777 W Century Blvd., Suite 665, Los Angeles, CA 90045 -
Kevin Neal Gowey - Farmers Insurance
6060 W Manchester Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045 -
William Lee Go - Farmers Insurance
8616 La Tijera Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 -
Freeway Insurance
12920 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250 -
Blake Eugene Cornish - Farmers Insurance
8816 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 -
Peter Paul Kohly - Farmers Insurance
6320 W Howard Drollinger Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045
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Insurance cost of popular cars in Inglewood
| Model | Segment | Est. full coverage / yr | vs. average car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V | Small SUV | $1,290 | −25% |
| Subaru Outback | Wagon | $1,270 | −27% |
| Tesla Model 3 | Midsize car | $1,880 | +9% |
| Subaru Forester | Small SUV | $1,245 | −28% |
| Honda Civic | Compact car | $2,000 | +16% |
| Toyota Corolla | Compact car | $1,855 | +7% |
| Jeep Wrangler | Midsize SUV | $1,430 | −17% |
| Mazda CX-5 | Small SUV | $1,470 | −15% |
| MINI Cooper | Subcompact car | $1,315 | −24% |
| Tesla Model Y | Midsize SUV | $1,690 | −2% |
Car insurance in nearby California cities
- Los Angeles $1,705/yr · 6 mi
- Torrance $1,630/yr · 9 mi
- Downey $1,715/yr · 12 mi
- Long Beach $1,700/yr · 16 mi
- Burbank $1,605/yr · 16 mi
- Glendale $1,625/yr · 17 mi
- Pasadena $1,620/yr · 18 mi
- El Monte $1,685/yr · 20 mi
- Fullerton $1,675/yr · 24 mi
- Garden Grove $1,680/yr · 25 mi
- West Covina $1,720/yr · 26 mi
- Anaheim $1,635/yr · 26 mi
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Frequently asked questions
How much is car insurance in Inglewood, CA?
We estimate full coverage in Inglewood at about $1,730 a year ($144 a month) for a driver in their 30s with a clean record, and about $635 for California's minimum liability coverage. Real quotes vary by insurer, driver and vehicle.
Why is car insurance in Inglewood more expensive than the California average?
Our Inglewood estimate is 11% higher than the statewide figure. The model reflects a population density of 11,335 people per square mile (the typical California resident lives at about 2,278) and an average commute of 30.5 minutes versus 28.7 statewide. Denser traffic and longer drives mean more claims, which insurers price into local rates.
What car insurance is required in Inglewood?
Drivers in Inglewood follow California law: at least 30/60/15 liability coverage.
Which ZIP code in Inglewood has the cheapest car insurance?
Among Inglewood's 4 ZIP codes, 90301 has the lowest estimate (about $1,710 a year for full coverage) and 90303 the highest (about $1,770), mainly because of differences in density and commute times.
How much is car insurance for a teenager in Inglewood?
An 18-year-old with their own full-coverage policy would pay around $4,760 a year in Inglewood by our estimate ($1,750 for minimum coverage). Adding a teen to a parent's policy is usually cheaper.
Does weather affect car insurance in Inglewood?
Yes. FEMA's National Risk Index rates Los Angeles County for inland (river) flooding (very high) and tornado (relatively high) risk. Weather mainly affects the comprehensive part of a policy, which pays for hail, flood and wind damage.
Are there car insurance agents near me in Inglewood?
We list 21 insurance offices in and around Inglewood, with addresses, phone numbers where published, and directions. We don't sell insurance or rank these offices.
How we estimate this
We start from the state's average liability, collision and comprehensive premiums published by the NAIC, then apply a location factor (population density and commute time from the Census ACS, weather hazard scores from FEMA's National Risk Index), a vehicle factor (HLDI insurance-loss data where available, otherwise vehicle segment), and a driver-profile multiplier. Results are rounded ranges for comparison, not quotes. Read the full methodology.
- California DMV: Auto Insurance Requirements
- California Department of Insurance: Automobile Insurance guide
- California DMV: Financial Responsibility (Insurance)
- California Department of Insurance: Compare Insurance Premiums
- California Department of Insurance: File a Complaint
- NAIC 2022/2023 Auto Insurance Database Report
- NAIC Homeowners Insurance Report: Data for 2023
- Insurance Research Council uninsured motorist estimates (via Triple-I)
- IIHS Fatality Facts: state by state
- FBI Crime Data Explorer: Crime in the United States 2025 (Table 4)
- NICB 2022 Vehicle Theft Data: top 10 stolen vehicles by state
- FHWA Highway Statistics 2024, Table DL-1C (licensed drivers)
- FHWA Highway Statistics 2024, Table MV-1 (registrations)
- FHWA Highway Statistics 2024, Table VM-2 (vehicle-miles traveled)
- U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (Inglewood and ZIP code tabulation areas)
- U.S. Census Bureau population estimates and Gazetteer files
- FEMA National Risk Index (county hazard ratings)
- Insurance office locations: OpenStreetMap contributors and All The Places