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Car Insurance in San Diego

couple happy with car insurance san diegoFrom Balboa Park to Coronado Beach and the San Diego Zoo to La Jolla Cove, there are plenty of places to visit in one of the most populated cities in the country. To stay safe while driving, you’ll want the best auto insurance in San Diego. With the AARP® Auto Insurance Program from The Hartford,1 you can customize your car insurance and qualify for discounts.
 
You have many options for California car insurance, but drivers in San Diego can have peace of mind that they have the coverage they need at a price they can afford with The Hartford.
 

Coverage Requirements for Auto Insurance in San Diego

driver of red car protected by auto insurance san diegoEvery state has different coverage requirements for drivers. California’s state minimum liability coverage must include:
 
You may get the lowest car insurance rates in San Diego if you choose the minimum coverage required, but that means you might end up having to pay out of pocket if you’re in accident. To be sure you have full car insurance coverage, The Hartford can help you decide the amount and types of coverage you’ll need to protect yourself.
 

What Is the Average Cost of Car Insurance in San Diego?

The cost of car insurance is based on many factors, including where you live and the liability limits you choose. Our customers pay an average of $1,544 a year, or about $129 a month, for car insurance in California.‡‡‡ Be aware that different factors can affect your car insurance costs. So, your unique car insurance policy may be different than the average cost. Other factors, like speeding tickets or being a driver with a clean record, will make your car insurance costs different than the average rates for those in your area.
 

San Diego Car Insurance Discounts

You’ve come to the right place for affordable car insurance in San Diego. You can save up to 10% on your auto insurance in San Diego, CA just by being an AARP member. Experienced drivers like you deserve car insurance discounts and our customer service representatives will make sure you know what you’re eligible for. The Hartford also offer discounts for:
 
  • Completing an approved defensive driving course.
  • Paying your premium in full instead of making monthly payments.

Learn More About California Car Insurance

No matter where you live, we can help you with car insurance in California. Learn more about how the AARP Auto Insurance Program from The Hartford can protect drivers in California with:
 
 
Last Updated: March 27, 2025
 
2 Bankrate, “Average cost of car insurance in California for 2025
** Average savings amounts based on information reported by customers who switched to The Hartford from other carriers between 9/1/22 and 8/31/23. Your savings may vary. Average auto insurance savings is $577 and average home insurance savings is $236. Rate differences for AARP members and non-members vary by state and AARP membership tenure. Auto/Home discount is available only to policyholders who have both their auto and home (or condo or renters) insurance through the AARP Auto & Home Insurance program from The Hartford. The Hartford does not write new business in all areas, including the states of CA and FL.
 
§ Availability of RecoverCare benefit and benefit levels vary by state. The Hartford RecoverCare Advantage® is a registered mark of The Hartford.
 
§§ Terms and conditions apply.
 
Terms and conditions apply. Accident Forgiveness and the Disappearing Deductible are not available to CA policyholders.
 
‡‡ Terms and conditions apply. Availability varies by state.
 
‡‡‡ Based on one car and driver; individual rate/premium/savings will vary based on actual coverage selections and characteristics of vehicle(s)/driver(s).
 
Additional disclosures below.

California Car Insurance

There’s more to know about car insurance in your state.
 
Summaries of coverages and policy features are for informational purposes only. In the event of loss, the actual terms and conditions set forth in your policy will determine your coverage.
 
AARP and its affiliates are not insurers. Paid endorsement. The Hartford pays royalty fees to AARP for the use of its intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purposes of AARP. AARP membership is required for Program eligibility in most states.
 
The AARP Auto Insurance Program from The Hartford is underwritten by Hartford Fire Insurance Company and its affiliates, One Hartford Plaza, Hartford, CT 06155. It is underwritten in AZ, MI and MN by Hartford Insurance Company of the Southeast; in CA, by Hartford Underwriters Insurance Company; in WA, by Hartford Casualty Insurance Company; in MA, by Trumbull Insurance Company; and in PA, by Nutmeg Insurance Company and Twin City Fire Insurance Company. The AARP Home Insurance Program from The Hartford is underwritten by Hartford Fire Insurance Company and its affiliates, One Hartford Plaza, Hartford, CT 06155. It is underwritten in AZ, MI and MN by Hartford Insurance Company of the Southeast; in CA by Property and Casualty Insurance Company of Hartford; in WA, by Trumbull Insurance Company; in MA, by Trumbull Insurance Company, Sentinel Insurance Company, Hartford Insurance Company of the Midwest, and Hartford Accident and Indemnity Company; and in PA, by Nutmeg Insurance Company. Home product is not available in all areas, including the state of FL. Savings, benefits and coverages may vary and some applicants may not qualify. The Program is currently unavailable in Canada and U.S. Territories or possessions.
 
1 In Texas, the Auto Program is underwritten by Redpoint County Mutual Insurance Company through Hartford of the Southeast General Agency, Inc. Hartford Fire Insurance Company and its affiliates are not financially responsible for insurance products underwritten and issued by Redpoint County Mutual Insurance Company. The Home Program is underwritten by Hartford Insurance Company of the Southeast.
 
* Customer reviews are collected and tabulated by The Hartford and not representative of all customers.