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Federal Marketplace · 2026

Health Insurance Plans in Louisiana

Browse ACA Marketplace plans available to Louisiana residents on the federal exchange. 38 plans available for 2026. Starting from $360/month.

Lowest Monthly Premium

$360/mo

Before subsidies · 30-year-old

Avg Bronze Premium

$477/mo

14 plans available

Avg Silver (Benchmark)

$656/mo

Basis for APTC subsidy calculation

Plans by Metal Tier

Average premiums for a 30-year-old individual in New Orleans, LA

Bronze
14 plans

Lowest monthly premium, highest cost-sharing. Best if you're healthy and rarely use care.

$477/mo avg

from $360 – $713

Silver
12 plans

Mid-range premiums with moderate cost-sharing. Qualifies for Cost-Sharing Reductions (CSR) if income-eligible.

$656/mo avg

from $517 – $958

Gold
12 plans

Higher premiums, lower cost-sharing. Best if you use healthcare regularly.

$663/mo avg

from $552 – $959

Lowest-Premium Plans Available

Sample plans near New Orleans — enter your ZIP for exact results

Bronze
POS
HSA

Signature Blue 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible

HMO Louisiana

$360/mo

Ded: $9,900

Bronze
POS
HSA

Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible

HMO Louisiana

$398/mo

Ded: $7,500

Bronze
EPO
HSA

Standard Expanded Bronze

Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections

$403/mo

Ded: $7,500

Bronze
EPO
HSA

Everyday Bronze

Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections

$403/mo

Ded: $8,450

Bronze
EPO
HSA

Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental

Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections

$413/mo

Ded: $7,500

Bronze
EPO
HSA

Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental

Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections

$414/mo

Ded: $8,450

Bronze
POS
HSA

Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (N) HSA Eligible

HMO Louisiana

$429/mo

Ded: $7,500

Bronze
POS
HSA

Blue POS 60/40 $6500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible

HMO Louisiana

$435/mo

Ded: $6,500

Bronze
POS
HSA

Blue POS Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible

HMO Louisiana

$469/mo

Ded: $7,500

Bronze
EPO
HSA

Elite Bronze

Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections

$471/mo

Ded: $0

Prices shown are for a 30-year-old near New Orleans without subsidies. Your actual premium depends on your age, ZIP code, household size, and income.Get your personalized price →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many ACA plans are available in Louisiana?

Approximately 38 ACA Marketplace plans are available in Louisiana for 2026. The exact count varies by county — some areas have more insurer competition than others.

What is the cheapest health insurance plan in Louisiana?

For a 30-year-old without subsidies, the cheapest plan near New Orleans starts at about $360/month. Bronze plans have the lowest premiums. If your income qualifies for the Advance Premium Tax Credit (APTC), you could pay significantly less — or nothing at all.

Does Louisiana use HealthCare.gov?

Yes — Louisiana is a federal marketplace state, so residents shop for ACA plans at HealthCare.gov. Policymage uses the same underlying federal marketplace data to let you compare plans before enrolling.

What is the Silver benchmark plan and why does it matter?

The Silver benchmark plan in Louisiana averages $656/month. This benchmark is used by the federal government to calculate your APTC subsidy amount — it's the second-lowest-cost Silver plan in your county. Even if you choose a Bronze or Gold plan, your subsidy is based on the Silver benchmark.

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