Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Cascade County cost about $748 a month for 2026, and the Montana average for 2027 is $889 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 3 insurers offered marketplace plans in Cascade County for 2026. Below you'll find how coverage works in Great Falls, the local agencies with the strongest reviews, and where to get free help.
Top-rated health insurance agencies near Great Falls
Licensed agents can compare plans available in Cascade County, check your doctors and estimate your premium tax credit. Free to you.
Call 866-645-8540Health insurance at a glance: Great Falls, MT
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $889/mo before subsidies |
| Cascade County benchmark (2026) | $748/mo |
| Plans offered in Cascade County (2026) | 39 |
| Plan types | PPO, POS, EPO |
| Marketplace insurers in Montana (2027) | 2 |
| Medicaid expansion | Yes |
| Short-term plans | Sold (not ACA-compliant) |
Sources: CMS plan data, KFF, state marketplace and insurance department pages.
Before you call an agent
- Have a realistic estimate of next year's household income; subsidies are based on it.
- Ask each agent which carriers they can quote in your county.
- Check that the agent's license is active with the state regulator.
- Compare total yearly cost (premiums plus deductible), not just the monthly premium.
Free enrollment help in Montana
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 Great Falls?
Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Cascade County cost about $748 a month for 2026, and the Montana average for 2027 is $889 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 3 insurers offered marketplace plans in Cascade County for 2026. A licensed agent can quote your exact price.
Which insurers sell marketplace plans in Montana?
For 2027, marketplace plans in Montana come from 2 insurers: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Montana Health CO-OP. Not every insurer sells in every county.
Can I get coverage outside open enrollment?
Only with a qualifying life event, unless you qualify for Medicaid (HELP Plan). Some people also look at short-term or fixed-indemnity plans, which are not ACA-compliant coverage.
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