Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Knox County cost about $680 a month for 2026, and the Tennessee average for 2027 is $796 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 4 insurers offered marketplace plans in Knox County for 2026. Keep reading for what's sold in Knox 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: Knoxville, TN
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $796/mo before subsidies |
| Knox County benchmark (2026) | $680/mo |
| Plans offered in Knox County (2026) | 50 |
| Plan types | EPO |
| Marketplace insurers in Tennessee (2027) | 5 |
| 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 Knoxville
- Knoxville plan shoppers should check network access to Covenant Health, which runs Fort Sanders Regional and Parkwest medical centers. Source
- The Knox County Health Department is the public health agency for Knoxville, operating a main health department and outlying clinics with clinical and community 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.
A quick checklist
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
- 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 Tennessee
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 Tennessee?
For 2027, marketplace plans in Tennessee come from 5 insurers: BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Ambetter (Celtic), Alliant Health Plans, Oscar Health and UnitedHealthcare. Not every insurer sells in every county.
Can I get coverage outside open enrollment?
Only with a qualifying life event, unless you qualify for TennCare. Some people also look at short-term or fixed-indemnity plans, which are not ACA-compliant coverage.
Where can I buy health insurance in Knoxville?
Through the HealthCare.gov, directly from an insurer, or with a licensed agent or broker who can do either.
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