Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Maricopa County cost about $484 a month for 2026, and the Arizona average for 2027 is $609 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 7 insurers offered marketplace plans in Maricopa County for 2026.
Employee benefits brokers in the El Mirage area help businesses of 1 to 50 employees choose group plans, handle renewals and answer employee questions. The 10 firms below are closest to El Mirage, AZ.
Small Business & Group Health Insurance Brokers near El Mirage
Licensed agents can compare plans available in Maricopa County, check your doctors and estimate your premium tax credit. Free to you.
Call 866-645-8540Self-employed with no employees?
Group plans usually need at least one non-owner employee. Solo owners typically buy individual coverage, often with a premium tax credit.
Do I need a minimum number of employees?
Small-group rules vary by carrier and state. Many carriers write group plans for businesses with as few as one or two employees besides the owner; a broker can tell you what's available in Arizona.
Options for small employers
Traditional small-group plans, level-funded plans, ICHRAs (employees buy individual plans with tax-free employer money) and QSEHRAs for businesses under 50 employees.
Frequently asked questions
How much does small business health insurance cost in Arizona?
Premiums depend on employee ages, location, plan design and how much the employer contributes. A benefits broker can quote several carriers and funding options side by side.
What is an ICHRA?
An individual coverage HRA lets an employer give employees tax-free money to buy their own individual health plans. It works for businesses of any size.
Do benefits brokers charge employers?
Most are paid commissions by the insurer. Some charge consulting fees for larger groups or extra services; ask before you sign.
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