Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Washtenaw County cost about $489 a month for 2026, and the Michigan average for 2027 is $595 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 5 insurers offered marketplace plans in Washtenaw County for 2026. The rest of this page covers your coverage options in Ann Arbor, the best-reviewed local agencies and the deadlines that matter.
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Call 866-645-8540Health insurance at a glance: Ann Arbor, MI
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $595/mo before subsidies |
| Washtenaw County benchmark (2026) | $489/mo |
| Plans offered in Washtenaw County (2026) | 59 |
| Plan types | HMO, PPO |
| Marketplace insurers in Michigan (2027) | 7 |
| Medicaid expansion | Yes |
| Short-term plans | Sold with state limits (not ACA-compliant) |
Sources: CMS plan data, KFF, state marketplace and insurance department pages.
Before you call an agent
- Ask each agent which carriers they can quote in your county.
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
- Make a list of your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions before you call anyone.
- Have a realistic estimate of next year's household income; subsidies are based on it.
Free enrollment help in Michigan
HealthCare.gov Marketplace assisters: CMS-funded Navigator organizations plus Certified Application Counselors, who give free, impartial help applying and enrolling; consumers search for nearby help with the HealthCare.gov Find Local Help tool. You can search for in-person help on the official find-help page. If you'd rather have someone compare plans and recommend one, a licensed agent can do that at no cost to you.
Frequently asked questions
How much is health insurance in Ann Arbor?
Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Washtenaw County cost about $489 a month for 2026, and the Michigan average for 2027 is $595 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 5 insurers offered marketplace plans in Washtenaw County for 2026. A licensed agent can quote your exact price.
Which insurers sell marketplace plans in Michigan?
For 2027, marketplace plans in Michigan come from 7 insurers: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Blue Care Network, Priority Health, Oscar Health, McLaren Health Plan, Meridian (Ambetter) and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. Not every insurer sells in every county.
Can I get coverage outside open enrollment?
Only with a qualifying life event, unless you qualify for Healthy Michigan Plan. Some people also look at short-term or fixed-indemnity plans, which are not ACA-compliant coverage.
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