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California car insurance remains 25% cheaper than U.S. average despite rate hikes

Millions of drivers face premium increases after regulators approved hikes for major insurers in 2023.

Published May 18, 2026, 7:36 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Despite recent rate hikes, California car insurance is about 25% cheaper than the national average, according to Insurify. Millions of California drivers are facing premium increases after regulators granted rate increases to major insurers, including GEICO, State Farm and Mercury, in 2023.