Car Insurance in Waukegan, Illinois
Estimated full coverage in Waukegan runs about $1,415 a year ($118/month) — ▲ +3% versus the Illinois average, ranking 5th most expensive of the 12 Illinois cities we cover.
Why car insurance in Waukegan costs more than the Illinois average
Insurers price by territory, and Waukegan's numbers explain most of the gap. With 88,570 residents on 24.3 square miles, the city's density (3,651 people per square mile) is 2.2 times the density where the typical Illinois resident lives (1,685). The average commute is 26.1 minutes (Illinois: 27.8), and 70% of workers drive alone. Together these put our location factor at 1.03× the state baseline for liability and collision, and 1.01× for comprehensive once FEMA weather risk for Lake County is included.
| Factor | Waukegan | Illinois ref. | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population density | 3,651 / sq mi | 1,685 / sq mi | More vehicles per mile of road means more fender-benders and claims. |
| Average commute | 26.1 min | 27.8 min | Longer daily drives add exposure to crashes. |
| Commutes over 60 min | 7.3% | — | Long highway commutes raise mileage-based risk. |
| Drive alone to work | 70.1% | — | Share of workers commuting by car. |
| Public transit to work | 2.1% | — | Transit use lowers how much residents drive. |
| Work from home | 7.6% | — | Remote workers may qualify for low-mileage pricing. |
| Households without a car | 8.4% | — | Context for non-owner and occasional-driver policies. |
| Weather hazard score (FEMA) | 71.8 | 79.7 | Hail, wind, flood and hurricane exposure drive comprehensive claims. |
Car insurance cost by ZIP code in Waukegan
Rates can change from one ZIP code to the next. Across 3 Waukegan ZIP codes, our full-coverage estimate ranges from $1,330 in 60048 to $1,425 in 60085. Denser, longer-commute neighborhoods estimate higher. Click a column to sort.
| ZIP | Population | Density / sq mi | Commute | No car | Est. full / yr | vs. city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60085 | 72,341 | 4,884 | 25.2 min | 9.6% | $1,425 | +1% |
| 60048 | 29,124 | 1,026 | 26.5 min | 3.4% | $1,330 | −6% |
| 60087 | 27,293 | 2,104 | 27.5 min | 6.1% | $1,390 | −2% |
Minimum car insurance in Waukegan
Waukegan drivers follow Illinois's rules: at least 25/50/20 liability coverage, and uninsured motorist coverage. Illinois is at-fault (tort). We estimate state-minimum coverage in Waukegan at $510 a year, and $740 for 100/300/100 limits.
| Coverage | Required? | Minimum | What it pays for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bodily injury liability | Yes | $25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident | Injuries you cause to other people |
| Property damage liability | Yes | $20,000 | Damage you cause to other vehicles and property |
| Personal injury protection (PIP) | No | — Illinois does not require personal injury protection. | Your own medical bills and lost wages, regardless of fault |
| Uninsured motorist (UM) | Yes | 25/50 Uninsured motorist bodily injury coverage of at least 25/50 is required. | Your injuries when the at-fault driver has no insurance |
| Underinsured motorist (UIM) | No | — Underinsured motorist coverage must be included in an amount equal to uninsured motorist limits when those limits exceed the minimum. | 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 |
Risk factors that shape Waukegan premiums
Accidents
Illinois recorded 1,177 traffic deaths, or 1.13 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
Illinois's vehicle theft rate is 238 per 100,000 residents (U.S.: 197). The most-stolen vehicle in the state is the Hyundai Elantra (NICB). Theft losses are paid by comprehensive coverage.
Weather
FEMA rates Lake County as relatively moderate for hail, relatively high for inland flooding and very high for strong wind, and very low for hurricanes.
Traffic & commuting
7.3% of Waukegan commuters spend an hour or more getting to work, and there are 1.81 vehicles per household. 7.6% work from home — worth mentioning to insurers that offer low-mileage pricing.
| Hazard | Risk rating | Score (0–100) | Insurance impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hail | 88.4 | Comprehensive (car); roof claims (home) | |
| Tornado | 98.9 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Hurricane | 18.2 | Comprehensive; wind/hurricane deductibles (home) | |
| Inland (river) flooding | 97.2 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Coastal flooding | 29.8 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Strong wind | 98.4 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Winter weather | 62.4 | 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 Waukegan by driver profile
A clean-record driver in their 50s pays the least in our Waukegan model (about $1,300 for full coverage); an 18-year-old on their own policy pays about $3,890, and a DUI pushes a 30-something to $2,615.
| Driver | Minimum | Standard | Full coverage | Full / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teen driver (18, own policy) | $1,410 | $2,040 | $3,890 | $324 |
| Young adult (22) | $820 | $1,190 | $2,265 | $189 |
| Adult in their 30s | $510 | $740 | $1,415 | $118 |
| Adult in their 50s | $470 | $685 | $1,300 | $108 |
| Senior (72) | $575 | $830 | $1,585 | $132 |
| 30s, one at-fault accident | $740 | $1,075 | $2,050 | $171 |
| 30s, DUI on record | $945 | $1,375 | $2,615 | $218 |
Minimum vs. standard vs. full coverage in Waukegan
| 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. | $510 | $43 | $420–$605 |
| Standard liability (100/300/100) | Higher liability limits plus uninsured motorist coverage. Still no coverage for damage to your own car. | $740 | $62 | $610–$875 |
| Full coverage | Standard liability plus collision and comprehensive, typically required on a financed or leased car. | $1,415 | $118 | $1,160–$1,670 |
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Cheap car insurance in Waukegan: how to lower your rate
The cheapest policy is the one that fits your situation. These levers are priced with Waukegan's own numbers:
| Change | Est. yearly savings | Good fit if… |
|---|---|---|
| Raise collision/comprehensive deductible from $500 to $1,000 | $95 | You have savings to cover a bigger out-of-pocket repair. |
| Low-mileage / usage-based pricing (under 7,500 mi) | $100 | You're among the 7.6% of Waukegan workers who work from home, or you rarely drive. |
| Drop collision & comprehensive on an older car | $370 | The car is paid off and worth little more than a year of premiums. |
| Standard (100/300/100) instead of full coverage | $675 | No loan or lease requires physical-damage coverage. |
| Avoid one speeding ticket | $310 | 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 Waukegan
- 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 24 offices listed below.
- Check complaint records with the Illinois Department of Insurance (complaint information) before you buy.
- Mention your ZIP code accurately — within Waukegan, our estimates differ by up to $95 a year between neighborhoods.
Car insurance agents near Waukegan, IL
We found 24 insurance offices within about 4 miles of central Waukegan, 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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Tim Vinson - State Farm
2730 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Michael Alvarez - Farmers Insurance
2504 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Freeway Insurance
701 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Maylen Torres - State Farm
318 S Green Bay Road, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Olga Sanchez - Farmers Insurance
1702 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Manuel Torres - State Farm
1520 Washington, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Garrett Johnson - Farmers Insurance
36104 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087 -
Martinez Insurance Group
2243 Belvidere Road, Waukegan, IL -
Adrian Rivas Salgado - Farmers Insurance
927 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Jack Martin - State Farm Insurance Agent
35 Tower Court, #I, Gurnee, IL 60031 -
Silvia V Chacon Agency Inc
2009 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087 -
Brand And Associates, Inc.
912 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087 -
Alicia Rodriguez - American Family Insurance
700 S Lewis Ave, Ste 250, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Erie Insurance
1400 Sunset Avenue, Suite 1, Waukegan, IL 60087 -
Erie Insurance
312 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Daniel Cahue - Farmers Insurance
102 S Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
Erie Insurance
4673 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL 60031 -
Dreysi Maria Galvez - Farmers Insurance
495 N Riverside Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031 -
Stefanie Curtis State Farm
4949 Grand Avenue, #6B, Gurnee, IL 60031 -
Mike Amin - American Family Insurance
3137 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087 -
Hernandez Arizmendi & Assoc. LLC
5101 Washington St, Ste 2E, Gurnee, IL 60031 -
Howard Greer - GEICO
5414 Grand Ave, #300, Gurnee, IL 60031 -
Austin J Villalobos - Farmers Insurance
5455 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031 -
Maribel P Ortega - Farmers Insurance
2302 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, North Chicago, IL 60064
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Insurance cost of popular cars in Waukegan
| Model | Segment | Est. full coverage / yr | vs. average car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V | Small SUV | $1,060 | −25% |
| Subaru Outback | Wagon | $1,055 | −25% |
| Tesla Model 3 | Midsize car | $1,500 | +6% |
| Subaru Forester | Small SUV | $1,030 | −27% |
| Honda Civic | Compact car | $1,615 | +14% |
| Toyota Corolla | Compact car | $1,510 | +7% |
| Jeep Wrangler | Midsize SUV | $1,175 | −17% |
| Mazda CX-5 | Small SUV | $1,195 | −16% |
| MINI Cooper | Subcompact car | $1,070 | −24% |
| Tesla Model Y | Midsize SUV | $1,350 | −5% |
Car insurance in nearby Illinois cities
- Elgin $1,425/yr · 33 mi
- Chicago $1,615/yr · 38 mi
- Naperville $1,480/yr · 45 mi
- Aurora $1,435/yr · 47 mi
- Joliet $1,410/yr · 61 mi
- Rockford $1,330/yr · 61 mi
- Peoria $1,280/yr · 146 mi
- Champaign $1,280/yr · 157 mi
- Decatur $1,250/yr · 182 mi
- Springfield $1,260/yr · 201 mi
- Quincy $1,220/yr · 248 mi
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Frequently asked questions
How much is car insurance in Waukegan, IL?
We estimate full coverage in Waukegan at about $1,415 a year ($118 a month) for a driver in their 30s with a clean record, and about $510 for Illinois's minimum liability coverage. Real quotes vary by insurer, driver and vehicle.
Why is car insurance in Waukegan more expensive than the Illinois average?
Our Waukegan estimate is 3% higher than the statewide figure. The model reflects a population density of 3,651 people per square mile (the typical Illinois resident lives at about 1,685) and an average commute of 26.1 minutes versus 27.8 statewide. Denser traffic and longer drives mean more claims, which insurers price into local rates.
What car insurance is required in Waukegan?
Drivers in Waukegan follow Illinois law: at least 25/50/20 liability coverage and uninsured motorist coverage.
Which ZIP code in Waukegan has the cheapest car insurance?
Among Waukegan's 3 ZIP codes, 60048 has the lowest estimate (about $1,330 a year for full coverage) and 60085 the highest (about $1,425), mainly because of differences in density and commute times.
How much is car insurance for a teenager in Waukegan?
An 18-year-old with their own full-coverage policy would pay around $3,890 a year in Waukegan by our estimate ($1,410 for minimum coverage). Adding a teen to a parent's policy is usually cheaper.
Does weather affect car insurance in Waukegan?
Yes. FEMA's National Risk Index rates Lake County for inland (river) flooding (relatively high) and tornado (very 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 Waukegan?
We list 24 insurance offices in and around Waukegan, 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.
- Illinois Department of Insurance: Auto Insurance
- Illinois Department of Insurance: Auto Insurance Shopping Guide
- 215 ILCS 5/143a-2 (underinsured motorist coverage)
- Illinois Secretary of State: Financial Responsibility (SR-22) Insurance
- Illinois Secretary of State: Proof of Financial Responsibility - SR-22
- Illinois Department of Insurance: How to 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 (Waukegan 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