Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Wayne County cost about $508 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 Wayne County for 2026. The rest of this page covers your coverage options in Detroit, the best-reviewed local agencies and the deadlines that matter.
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Licensed agents can compare plans available in Wayne County, check your doctors and estimate your premium tax credit. Free to you.
Call 866-645-8540Health insurance at a glance: Detroit, MI
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $595/mo before subsidies |
| Wayne County benchmark (2026) | $508/mo |
| Plans offered in Wayne 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.
Local health care in Detroit
- Detroit has its own city health agency, the Detroit Health Department, which runs public health programs and clinic services for city residents. 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.
Before you call an agent
- Ask each agent which carriers they can quote in your county.
- Compare total yearly cost (premiums plus deductible), not just the monthly premium.
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
- 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
Where can I buy health insurance in Detroit?
Through the HealthCare.gov, directly from an insurer, or with a licensed agent or broker who can do either.
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.
How much is health insurance in Detroit?
Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Wayne County cost about $508 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 Wayne County for 2026. A licensed agent can quote your exact price.
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