Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Sedgwick County cost about $703 a month for 2026, and the Kansas average for 2027 is $748 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 2 insurers offered marketplace plans in Sedgwick County for 2026. Keep reading for what's sold in Sedgwick 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: Wichita, KS
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $748/mo before subsidies |
| Sedgwick County benchmark (2026) | $703/mo |
| Plans offered in Sedgwick County (2026) | 25 |
| Plan types | EPO |
| Marketplace insurers in Kansas (2027) | 5 |
| Medicaid expansion | No |
| Short-term plans | Sold with state limits (not ACA-compliant) |
Sources: CMS plan data, KFF, state marketplace and insurance department pages.
Local health care in Wichita
- Ascension Via Christi, which runs Via Christi Hospital St. Francis and other Wichita hospitals, and Wesley Medical Center are the main Wichita networks worth checking in a plan's provider directory before you enroll. Source
- Wichita is served by the Sedgwick County Health Department, which provides the county's public health clinic services 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.
Before you call an agent
- Make a list of your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions before you call anyone.
- Ask each agent which carriers they can quote in your county.
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
- Have a realistic estimate of next year's household income; subsidies are based on it.
Free enrollment help in Kansas
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 KanCare. Some people also look at short-term or fixed-indemnity plans, which are not ACA-compliant coverage.
Which insurers sell marketplace plans in Kansas?
For 2027, marketplace plans in Kansas come from 5 insurers: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Oscar Health and UnitedHealthcare. Not every insurer sells in every county.
Where can I buy health insurance in Wichita?
Through the HealthCare.gov, directly from an insurer, or with a licensed agent or broker who can do either.
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