Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Salt Lake County cost about $574 a month for 2026, and the Utah average for 2027 is $716 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 5 insurers offered marketplace plans in Salt Lake County for 2026. The rest of this page covers your coverage options in Salt Lake City, the best-reviewed local agencies and the deadlines that matter.
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| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $716/mo before subsidies |
| Salt Lake County benchmark (2026) | $574/mo |
| Plans offered in Salt Lake County (2026) | 49 |
| Plan types | HMO, EPO |
| Marketplace insurers in Utah (2027) | 6 |
| Medicaid expansion | Yes |
| Short-term plans | Sold (not ACA-compliant) |
Sources: CMS plan data, KFF, state marketplace and insurance department pages.
Local health care in Salt Lake City
- Intermountain Health, which runs LDS Hospital and Intermountain Medical Center, and University of Utah Health, home of University Hospital, are the two big Salt Lake City networks worth checking in a plan's provider directory before you enroll. Source
- Salt Lake City is served by the Salt Lake County Health Department, which runs the county's public health centers and programs. 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
- 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.
- 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.
Free enrollment help in Utah
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. CMS's current awardee list shows no active Navigator grantee for Utah, so local help comes from Certified Application Counselors and other assisters listed in the 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 Salt Lake City?
Through the HealthCare.gov, directly from an insurer, or with a licensed agent or broker who can do either.
How much is health insurance in Salt Lake City?
Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Salt Lake County cost about $574 a month for 2026, and the Utah average for 2027 is $716 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 5 insurers offered marketplace plans in Salt Lake County for 2026. A licensed agent can quote your exact price.
Can I get coverage outside open enrollment?
Only with a qualifying life event, unless you qualify for Utah Medicaid. Some people also look at short-term or fixed-indemnity plans, which are not ACA-compliant coverage.
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