Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Harris County cost about $592 a month for 2026, and the Texas average for 2027 is $737 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 7 insurers offered marketplace plans in Harris County for 2026.
Employee benefits brokers in the Katy area help businesses of 1 to 50 employees choose group plans, handle renewals and answer employee questions. The 10 firms below are closest to Katy, TX.
Small Business & Group Health Insurance Brokers near Katy
Licensed agents can compare plans available in Harris County, check your doctors and estimate your premium tax credit. Free to you.
Call 866-645-8540Do 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 Texas.
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.
Self-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.
Frequently asked questions
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.
How much does small business health insurance cost in Texas?
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.
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