Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Oakland County cost about $507 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 Oakland County for 2026. Below you'll find how coverage works in Birmingham, the local agencies with the strongest reviews, and where to get free help.
Top-rated health insurance agencies near Birmingham
Licensed agents can compare plans available in Oakland County, check your doctors and estimate your premium tax credit. Free to you.
Call 866-645-8540Health insurance at a glance: Birmingham, MI
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $595/mo before subsidies |
| Oakland County benchmark (2026) | $507/mo |
| Plans offered in Oakland County (2026) | 64 |
| 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.
How to get ready
- Make a list of your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions before you call anyone.
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
- Check that the agent's license is active with the state regulator.
- Ask each agent which carriers they can quote in your county.
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
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.
How much is health insurance in Birmingham?
Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Oakland County cost about $507 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 Oakland County for 2026. A licensed agent can quote your exact price.
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