Car Insurance in West Jordan, Utah
Estimated full coverage in West Jordan runs about $1,550 a year ($129/month) — ▲ +8% versus the Utah average, ranking 1st most expensive of the 9 Utah cities we cover.
Why car insurance in West Jordan costs more than the Utah average
Insurers price by territory, and West Jordan's numbers explain most of the gap. With 116,688 residents on 32.6 square miles, the city's density (3,581 people per square mile) is 2.8 times the density where the typical Utah resident lives (1,292). The average commute is 24.1 minutes (Utah: 22.1), and 68% of workers drive alone. Together these put our location factor at 1.08× the state baseline for liability and collision, and 1.08× for comprehensive once FEMA weather risk for Salt Lake County is included.
| Factor | West Jordan | Utah ref. | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population density | 3,581 / sq mi | 1,292 / sq mi | More vehicles per mile of road means more fender-benders and claims. |
| Average commute | 24.1 min | 22.1 min | Longer daily drives add exposure to crashes. |
| Commutes over 60 min | 3.7% | — | Long highway commutes raise mileage-based risk. |
| Drive alone to work | 67.7% | — | Share of workers commuting by car. |
| Public transit to work | 1.4% | — | Transit use lowers how much residents drive. |
| Work from home | 19.3% | — | Remote workers may qualify for low-mileage pricing. |
| Households without a car | 2.7% | — | Context for non-owner and occasional-driver policies. |
| Weather hazard score (FEMA) | 60.1 | 57.7 | Hail, wind, flood and hurricane exposure drive comprehensive claims. |
Car insurance cost by ZIP code in West Jordan
Rates can change from one ZIP code to the next. Across 3 West Jordan ZIP codes, our full-coverage estimate ranges from $1,545 in 84084 to $1,575 in 84081. Denser, longer-commute neighborhoods estimate higher. Click a column to sort.
| ZIP | Population | Density / sq mi | Commute | No car | Est. full / yr | vs. city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84081 | 52,314 | 3,381 | 26.2 min | 2.1% | $1,575 | +2% |
| 84088 | 39,228 | 4,187 | 23.2 min | 4.1% | $1,555 | 0% |
| 84084 | 31,542 | 4,750 | 21.9 min | 2.0% | $1,545 | 0% |
Minimum car insurance in West Jordan
West Jordan drivers follow Utah's rules: at least 30/65/25 liability coverage, personal injury protection. Utah is no-fault. We estimate state-minimum coverage in West Jordan at $705 a year, and $970 for 100/300/100 limits.
| Coverage | Required? | Minimum | What it pays for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bodily injury liability | Yes | $30,000 per person / $65,000 per accident or $90,000 combined single limit | Injuries you cause to other people |
| Property damage liability | Yes | $25,000 | Damage you cause to other vehicles and property |
| Personal injury protection (PIP) | Yes | $3,000 Personal injury protection of at least $3,000 per person is required and pays medical costs and other benefits regardless of fault. | Your own medical bills and lost wages, regardless of fault |
| Uninsured motorist (UM) | No | — Uninsured motorist coverage is included unless the named insured affirmatively waives it in writing. | Your injuries when the at-fault driver has no insurance |
| Underinsured motorist (UIM) | No | — Underinsured motorist coverage is included unless waived in writing. | The gap when the at-fault driver’s limits are too low |
| Medical payments (MedPay) | No | — Medical expenses are covered through required PIP. | Medical bills for you and your passengers |
Minimums were raised recently from 25/65/15.
Risk factors that shape West Jordan premiums
Accidents
Utah recorded 277 traffic deaths, or 0.77 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
Utah's vehicle theft rate is 111 per 100,000 residents (U.S.: 197). The most-stolen vehicle in the state is the Ford Pickup (Full Size) (NICB). Theft losses are paid by comprehensive coverage.
Weather
FEMA rates Salt Lake County as relatively low for hail, relatively moderate for inland flooding and relatively moderate for strong wind.
Traffic & commuting
3.7% of West Jordan commuters spend an hour or more getting to work, and there are 2.35 vehicles per household. 19.3% work from home — worth mentioning to insurers that offer low-mileage pricing.
| Hazard | Risk rating | Score (0–100) | Insurance impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hail | 68.1 | Comprehensive (car); roof claims (home) | |
| Tornado | 71.0 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Hurricane | — | Comprehensive; wind/hurricane deductibles (home) | |
| Inland (river) flooding | 92.9 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Coastal flooding | 0.0 | Comprehensive; home needs a separate flood policy | |
| Strong wind | 68.5 | Comprehensive; dwelling | |
| Winter weather | 98.7 | 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 West Jordan by driver profile
A clean-record driver in their 50s pays the least in our West Jordan model (about $1,425 for full coverage); an 18-year-old on their own policy pays about $4,265, and a DUI pushes a 30-something to $2,870.
| Driver | Minimum | Standard | Full coverage | Full / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teen driver (18, own policy) | $1,935 | $2,670 | $4,265 | $355 |
| Young adult (22) | $1,125 | $1,555 | $2,485 | $207 |
| Adult in their 30s | $705 | $970 | $1,550 | $129 |
| Adult in their 50s | $645 | $895 | $1,425 | $119 |
| Senior (72) | $790 | $1,090 | $1,740 | $145 |
| 30s, one at-fault accident | $1,020 | $1,410 | $2,250 | $188 |
| 30s, DUI on record | $1,300 | $1,795 | $2,870 | $239 |
Minimum vs. standard vs. full coverage in West Jordan
| 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. | $705 | $59 | $575–$830 |
| Standard liability (100/300/100) | Higher liability limits plus uninsured motorist coverage. Still no coverage for damage to your own car. | $970 | $81 | $795–$1,145 |
| Full coverage | Standard liability plus collision and comprehensive, typically required on a financed or leased car. | $1,550 | $129 | $1,270–$1,830 |
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Cheap car insurance in West Jordan: how to lower your rate
The cheapest policy is the one that fits your situation. These levers are priced with West Jordan's own numbers:
| Change | Est. yearly savings | Good fit if… |
|---|---|---|
| Raise collision/comprehensive deductible from $500 to $1,000 | $80 | You have savings to cover a bigger out-of-pocket repair. |
| Low-mileage / usage-based pricing (under 7,500 mi) | $105 | You're among the 19.3% of West Jordan workers who work from home, or you rarely drive. |
| Drop collision & comprehensive on an older car | $320 | The car is paid off and worth little more than a year of premiums. |
| Standard (100/300/100) instead of full coverage | $580 | No loan or lease requires physical-damage coverage. |
| Avoid one speeding ticket | $345 | 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 West Jordan
- 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 29 offices listed below.
- Check complaint records with the Utah Insurance Department (complaint information) before you buy.
- Mention your ZIP code accurately — within West Jordan, our estimates differ by up to $30 a year between neighborhoods.
Car insurance agents near West Jordan, UT
We found 29 insurance offices within about 4 miles of central West Jordan, 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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Vincent Campo - State Farm
8155 S 4800 W, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Ben Armstrong - State Farm
7555 S Center View Court, Suite 204, West Jordan, UT 84084 -
Ryan Davis - Allstate
7478 S Campus View Dr, Ste 102, West Jordan, UT 84084 -
Dean Rubsamen - State Farm
5642 W 7800 S, Suite 102, West Jordan, UT 84081 -
Steven Blackwell - Allstate
3823 W 9000 S, Ste C, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Amy Owens - State Farm
2785 West 9000 S, Suite 212, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
GMI Insurance Agency of Utah
2785 West 9000 South, #210, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Steven McCombs - State Farm
4924 W 6200 S, Kearns, UT 84118 -
Four Seasons Insurance Agency, Inc.
2273 West 7800 South, #6, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Landon Fan - Farmers Insurance
6183 S Prairie View Dr, Taylorsville, UT 84129 -
Bradley Davis - Farmers Insurance
6183 W Prairie View Dr, Taylorsville, UT 84129 -
Matthew R Bedford - Farmers Insurance
1930 W 7800 S, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Thomas Anton Thomsen - Farmers Insurance
8732 S Redwood Rd, W Jordan, UT 84088 -
Farmers Insurance - John Howe
1847 West 9000 South, #104, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Josue Reyes - Farmers Insurance
7650 S Redwood Rd, West Jordan, UT 84084 -
Kim Oliverson - American Family Insurance
8543 Redwood Rd, Ste B, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Matthew Bishop - American Family Insurance
8543 S Redwood Rd, #B, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
John Howe - Allstate
8817 S Redwood Rd, Ste B1, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Kyle Alexander Jones - Farmers Insurance
8831 S Redwood Rd, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Allstate
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Mountain Peak Insurance Services
4140 West 5415 South, #4, Kearns, UT 84118 -
Jay R Morgan - Farmers Insurance
9219 S Redwood Rd, W Jordan, UT 84088 -
Valley Insurance and Financial Services
3818 West 5400 South, Taylorsville, UT 84129 -
Rex Olson - GEICO
1399 W 9000 S, West Jordan, UT 84088 -
Paul Arguello - State Farm
11273 S Grandville Ave, Ste A, South Jordan, UT 84009 -
Paul Driggs - State Farm
10168 S Redwood Road, South Jordan, UT 84095 -
Anderson Insurance Group
5965 South Redwood Road, Suite 200, Taylorsville, UT 84123 -
Mountain View Insurance LLC
11531 S District Dr, Ste 1200, South Jordan, UT 84095 -
Kathryn S Gonzales - Farmers Insurance
5941 S Redwood Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84123
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Insurance cost of popular cars in West Jordan
| Model | Segment | Est. full coverage / yr | vs. average car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V | Small SUV | $1,180 | −24% |
| Subaru Outback | Wagon | $1,155 | −25% |
| Tesla Model 3 | Midsize car | $1,620 | +5% |
| Subaru Forester | Small SUV | $1,125 | −27% |
| Honda Civic | Compact car | $1,795 | +16% |
| Toyota Corolla | Compact car | $1,685 | +9% |
| Jeep Wrangler | Midsize SUV | $1,380 | −11% |
| Mazda CX-5 | Small SUV | $1,330 | −14% |
| MINI Cooper | Subcompact car | $1,185 | −24% |
| Tesla Model Y | Midsize SUV | $1,455 | −6% |
Car insurance in nearby Utah cities
- West Valley City $1,535/yr · 6 mi
- Sandy $1,540/yr · 8 mi
- Salt Lake City $1,440/yr · 13 mi
- Lehi $1,535/yr · 15 mi
- Orem $1,530/yr · 26 mi
- Provo $1,455/yr · 31 mi
- Ogden $1,515/yr · 43 mi
- St. George $1,370/yr · 258 mi
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Frequently asked questions
How much is car insurance in West Jordan, UT?
We estimate full coverage in West Jordan at about $1,550 a year ($129 a month) for a driver in their 30s with a clean record, and about $705 for Utah's minimum liability coverage. Real quotes vary by insurer, driver and vehicle.
Why is car insurance in West Jordan more expensive than the Utah average?
Our West Jordan estimate is 8% higher than the statewide figure. The model reflects a population density of 3,581 people per square mile (the typical Utah resident lives at about 1,292) and an average commute of 24.1 minutes versus 22.1 statewide. Denser traffic and longer drives mean more claims, which insurers price into local rates.
What car insurance is required in West Jordan?
Drivers in West Jordan follow Utah law: at least 30/65/25 liability coverage plus PIP.
Which ZIP code in West Jordan has the cheapest car insurance?
Among West Jordan's 3 ZIP codes, 84084 has the lowest estimate (about $1,545 a year for full coverage) and 84081 the highest (about $1,575), mainly because of differences in density and commute times.
How much is car insurance for a teenager in West Jordan?
An 18-year-old with their own full-coverage policy would pay around $4,265 a year in West Jordan by our estimate ($1,935 for minimum coverage). Adding a teen to a parent's policy is usually cheaper.
Does weather affect car insurance in West Jordan?
FEMA's National Risk Index does not rate Salt Lake County as high risk for hail, hurricanes, flooding or tornadoes, so weather has a smaller effect on the comprehensive part of local premiums.
Are there car insurance agents near me in West Jordan?
We list 29 insurance offices in and around West Jordan, 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.
- Utah Code 31A-22-304 (motor vehicle liability policy minimum limits)
- Utah Code 31A-22-305 (uninsured motorist coverage)
- Utah Code 31A-22-309 (PIP limitations and tort threshold)
- Utah Insurance Department: Auto Insurance
- Utah Driver License Division: SR22 Insurance
- Utah Insurance Department: Complaints
- 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 (West Jordan 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