Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Duval County cost about $682 a month for 2026, and the Florida average for 2027 is $738 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 6 insurers offered marketplace plans in Duval County for 2026. The rest of this page covers your coverage options in Jacksonville, the best-reviewed local agencies and the deadlines that matter.
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Call 866-645-8540Health insurance at a glance: Jacksonville, FL
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $738/mo before subsidies |
| Duval County benchmark (2026) | $682/mo |
| Plans offered in Duval County (2026) | 142 |
| Plan types | HMO, EPO, PPO, POS |
| Marketplace insurers in Florida (2027) | 10 |
| 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 Jacksonville
- Jacksonville plan shoppers should check network access to Baptist Health (Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville) and UF Health Jacksonville, the city's academic medical center. Source
- The Florida Department of Health in Duval County is the public health agency for Jacksonville, running clinics for women's, children's, HIV and STD services. 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
- Compare total yearly cost (premiums plus deductible), not just the monthly premium.
- Check that the agent's license is active with the state regulator.
- Make a list of your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions before you call anyone.
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
Free enrollment help in Florida
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 Jacksonville?
Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Duval County cost about $682 a month for 2026, and the Florida average for 2027 is $738 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 6 insurers offered marketplace plans in Duval County for 2026. A licensed agent can quote your exact price.
Which insurers sell marketplace plans in Florida?
For 2027, marketplace plans in Florida come from 10 insurers: Florida Blue (BCBS of Florida / Health Options), AmeriHealth Caritas, AvMed, Capital Health Plan, Ambetter (Centene Venture; Sunshine State members transition in), Florida Health Care Plans, Health First, Oscar Health, UnitedHealthcare and Wellpoint (Simply Healthcare). Not every insurer sells in every county.
Can I get coverage outside open enrollment?
Only with a qualifying life event, unless you qualify for Florida Medicaid. Some people also look at short-term or fixed-indemnity plans, which are not ACA-compliant coverage.
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