The largest car insurance companies in California are State Farm, Geico and Progressive, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. State Farm is the largest auto insurer in California as well as the largest property and casualty insurer in the United States overall, providing more than 87 million insurance policies. Each of the 10 largest companies has an A- rating or higher from AM Best for its financial strength and ability to pay out claims, and at least a B+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Top 10 Largest Car Insurance Companies in California
- State Farm
- Geico
- Progressive
- Allstate
- USAA
- Farmers
- Liberty Mutual
- Nationwide
- American Family
- Travelers
In addition to the top 10 most popular car insurance companies in California, there are locally based companies that are smaller but still worth checking out. For instance, Wawanesa Insurance is a major car insurance company that mainly operates in California.
To learn more, check out WalletHub’s guide to the best car insurance companies in California.
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In addition, an optional but recommended type of coverage in California is uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance. It replaces the liability coverage an at-fault driver should've had and pays for your costs up to your policy limits.
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