Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Travis County cost about $625 a month for 2026, and the Texas average for 2027 is $737 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 9 insurers offered marketplace plans in Travis County for 2026. The rest of this page covers your coverage options in Austin, the best-reviewed local agencies and the deadlines that matter.
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Call 866-645-8540Health insurance at a glance: Austin, TX
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $737/mo before subsidies |
| Travis County benchmark (2026) | $625/mo |
| Plans offered in Travis County (2026) | 110 |
| Plan types | HMO, EPO, POS |
| Marketplace insurers in Texas (2027) | 14 |
| Medicaid expansion | No |
| Short-term plans | Sold (not ACA-compliant) |
Sources: CMS plan data, KFF, state marketplace and insurance department pages.
Local health care in Austin
- In Austin, check whether a plan's network includes Ascension Seton (including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas) and St. David's HealthCare (St. David's Medical Center). Source
- Austin Public Health is the joint city and Travis County public health department, offering immunizations, health screenings and neighborhood health programs. Source
Before you choose a plan, check that the hospitals and doctors you use are in its network. An agent can look that up for each plan you compare.
How to get ready
- Make a list of your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions before you call anyone.
- Check that the agent's license is active with the state regulator.
- Ask each agent which carriers they can quote in your county.
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
Free enrollment help in Texas
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
Which insurers sell marketplace plans in Texas?
For 2027, marketplace plans in Texas come from 14 insurers: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Ambetter (Superior HealthPlan / Celtic), CHRISTUS Health Plan, Community First Health Plans, Community Health Choice, Harbor Health, Imperial Insurance, Moda Health, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Health, Sendero Health Plans, UnitedHealthcare, Wellpoint and Antidote Health. Not every insurer sells in every county.
How much is health insurance in Austin?
Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Travis County cost about $625 a month for 2026, and the Texas average for 2027 is $737 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 9 insurers offered marketplace plans in Travis County for 2026. A licensed agent can quote your exact price.
Can I get coverage outside open enrollment?
Only with a qualifying life event, unless you qualify for Texas Medicaid. Some people also look at short-term or fixed-indemnity plans, which are not ACA-compliant coverage.
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