Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Charleston County cost about $509 a month for 2026, and the South Carolina average for 2027 is $702 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 4 insurers offered marketplace plans in Charleston County for 2026. Keep reading for what's sold in Charleston County, which local agencies have the best reviews, and how to get a quote.
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Call 866-645-8540Health insurance at a glance: Hollywood, SC
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $702/mo before subsidies |
| Charleston County benchmark (2026) | $509/mo |
| Plans offered in Charleston County (2026) | 60 |
| Plan types | HMO, EPO, PPO |
| Marketplace insurers in South Carolina (2027) | 6 |
| Medicaid expansion | No |
| 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.
- Ask each agent which carriers they can quote in your county.
- Check that the agent's license is active with the state regulator.
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
Free enrollment help in South Carolina
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
Can I get coverage outside open enrollment?
Only with a qualifying life event, unless you qualify for Healthy Connections. Some people also look at short-term or fixed-indemnity plans, which are not ACA-compliant coverage.
Which insurers sell marketplace plans in South Carolina?
For 2027, marketplace plans in South Carolina come from 6 insurers: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina (incl. BlueChoice), Ambetter (Absolute Total Care), Molina Healthcare, Select Health of SC, UnitedHealthcare and InStil Health. Not every insurer sells in every county.
Where can I buy health insurance in Hollywood?
Through the HealthCare.gov, directly from an insurer, or with a licensed agent or broker who can do either.
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