ACA plans available
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Plan year
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Tuscaloosa, Alabama Health Insurance
Open-data reference.
25 ACA plans from 2 issuers — Plan year 2026
Tuscaloosa, Alabama offers 25 ACA marketplace plans from 2 issuers for plan year 2026. Bronze plans start at $325/mo and Silver plans start at $478/mo (age 27, before subsidies). Use the tables below to compare premiums, deductibles, and issuers across all metal tiers.
$519
Avg Silver Premium/mo
$490
Benchmark Premium/mo
+32.4%
Year-over-Year Change
$4,938
Avg Deductible
What the Numbers Say About Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa, Alabama has 25 ACA marketplace plans offered by 2 issuers for plan year 2026. The average Silver-tier premium comes in at $519/mo for a 27-year-old non-tobacco user, with the lowest Silver at $478 and the highest at $550. Bronze plans start at $325/mo — useful for healthy enrollees who want catastrophic protection with the lowest monthly outlay.
The benchmark (second-lowest Silver) premium is $490/mo, the figure the IRS uses to calculate your Advance Premium Tax Credit. Enrollees whose expected income-based contribution falls below this amount receive a subsidy for the difference. Across all plans, the average annual deductible is $4,938 and the average out-of-pocket maximum is $9,058 — numbers that matter more than the sticker premium once you actually use care. Year-over-year, average premiums in Tuscaloosa shifted by +32.4%, a signal of how local issuer pricing and risk-pool dynamics are trending.
Issuer count is one of the strongest predictors of affordability: with 2 issuers active in Tuscaloosa, consumers have some competitive choice, though narrower than the most competitive counties. This page is informational only and is not insurance, medical, or tax advice — verify your eligibility, network coverage, and final pricing at HealthCare.gov before enrolling. Source: CMS Marketplace PUF, plan year 2026.
Premiums by Metal Level
Bronze
1 plan$325/mo avg
$325 — $325
Silver
10 plans$519/mo avg
$478 — $550
Gold
7 plans$611/mo avg
$583 — $667
Catastrophic plan available: avg $312/mo (1 plan) — only for individuals under 30 or with a hardship exemption.
Benchmark Premium & Subsidies
The benchmark premium (2nd-lowest Silver plan) in Tuscaloosa is $490/mo for a 27-year-old. This is the amount used to calculate your premium tax credit. If your expected contribution (based on income) is less than the benchmark, you receive a subsidy for the difference. The higher the benchmark, the larger the potential subsidy.
Issuers in market
2
Some competition
Benchmark Silver
$490 /mo
Sets your subsidy ceiling
Avg deductible
$4,938
Across all metal tiers
Tuscaloosa ACA plans by premium and deductible
Each marker is the Tuscaloosa average for one metal tier (and the local Bronze low / Silver high extremes where data is available). The dashed line marks the federal out-of-pocket-maximum ceiling.
Source: CMS Marketplace PUF for Tuscaloosa, plan year 2026. Bronze = catastrophic-only zone (high deductible). Gold/Platinum = premium-heavy zone (low deductible).
Issuers in Tuscaloosa
| Issuer | Plans | Avg Premium (Age 27) |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | 13 | $496/mo |
| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | 12 | $482/mo |
All Plans in Tuscaloosa
| Plan Name | Metal | Type | Premium (27) | Premium (40) | Deductible | OOP Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Protect Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Catastrophic | PPO | $312.19 | $380.70 | $10,600 | $10,600 |
| UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Bronze | EPO | $324.68 | $395.93 | $10,600 | $10,600 |
| Blue Saver Bronze Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Expanded Bronze | PPO | $340.84 | $415.64 | $8,500 | $10,600 |
| Blue Standardized Bronze Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Expanded Bronze | PPO | $343.40 | $418.76 | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Expanded Bronze | EPO | $343.97 | $419.46 | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Expanded Bronze | EPO | $357.62 | $436.10 | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Expanded Bronze | EPO | $359.73 | $438.68 | $0 | $10,600 |
| Blue HSA Bronze Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Expanded Bronze | PPO | $371.81 | $453.41 | $7,200 | $7,200 |
| Blue Statewide Silver EPO Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Silver | EPO | $478.15 | $583.09 | $3,500 | $9,450 |
| Blue Standardized Statewide Silver EPO Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Silver | EPO | $490.34 | $597.95 | $6,000 | $8,900 |
| Blue Cross Select Silver Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Silver | PPO | $491.65 | $599.55 | $5,000 | $10,600 |
| Blue Standardized Silver Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Silver | PPO | $495.29 | $603.99 | $6,000 | $8,900 |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Silver | EPO | $528.24 | $644.17 | $6,000 | $8,900 |
| UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Silver | EPO | $530.80 | $647.29 | $3,500 | $8,900 |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Silver | EPO | $535.92 | $653.53 | $0 | $10,150 |
| UHC Silver Value+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Silver | EPO | $544.44 | $663.93 | $3,500 | $8,900 |
| Blue Value Silver Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Silver | PPO | $549.19 | $669.72 | $3,700 | $10,600 |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Silver | EPO | $549.56 | $670.17 | $0 | $10,150 |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Gold | EPO | $582.50 | $710.33 | $2,000 | $8,200 |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Gold | EPO | $584.69 | $713.02 | $750 | $8,000 |
| UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Gold | EPO | $598.96 | $730.42 | $750 | $8,000 |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) UnitedHealthcare | Gold | EPO | $601.61 | $733.64 | $0 | $7,000 |
| Blue Standardized Gold Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Gold | PPO | $604.57 | $737.25 | $2,000 | $8,200 |
| Blue Cross Select Gold Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Gold | PPO | $634.94 | $774.29 | $850 | $6,000 |
| Blue Value Gold Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | Gold | PPO | $667.26 | $813.70 | $750 | $6,000 |
Silver Premium Trend (2022-2026)
| Year | Avg Premium | Min | Max | Plans | Issuers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $462/mo | $446 | $479 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | $450/mo | $428 | $477 | 3 | 1 |
| 2024 | $438/mo | $419 | $489 | 8 | 2 |
| 2025 | $425/mo | $408 | $453 | 8 | 2 |
| 2026 | $519/mo | $478 | $550 | 10 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many ACA plans are available in Tuscaloosa, AL?
There are 25 ACA marketplace plans available in Tuscaloosa from 2 insurance issuers for plan year 2026.
What is the cheapest health insurance plan in Tuscaloosa?
The lowest-premium plan in Tuscaloosa starts at $325/mo (Bronze tier, age 27). Silver plans start at $478/mo. Actual premiums vary by age and may be reduced by premium tax credits.
What is the benchmark premium for Tuscaloosa?
The benchmark (second-lowest Silver) premium in Tuscaloosa is $490/mo for a 27-year-old. This amount determines how much premium tax credit subsidy you may be eligible for.
How have premiums changed in Tuscaloosa?
Average premiums in Tuscaloosa changed by +32.4% year-over-year. Premium trends are tracked from 2022 to 2026 across all metal levels.
What is the average deductible and out-of-pocket maximum in Tuscaloosa?
The average annual deductible across all plans in Tuscaloosa is $4,938, and the average out-of-pocket maximum is $9,058. Bronze plans generally have higher deductibles but lower premiums, while Gold and Platinum plans have lower deductibles but higher monthly costs.
Which insurance companies offer plans in Tuscaloosa?
There are 2 insurance issuers offering ACA marketplace plans in Tuscaloosa, including UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Competition among issuers affects plan variety and pricing. More issuers generally mean more choices and potentially lower premiums.
Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute insurance or financial advice. Premiums shown are for a 27-year-old non-tobacco user unless otherwise noted. Your actual premium depends on age, location, tobacco use, and subsidy eligibility. Visit HealthCare.gov for official enrollment. Source: CMS Marketplace PUF, PY2026.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
All federal data sources used on this page
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS — demographic + housing + income data. census.gov/programs-surveys/acs
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) — wage + employment by occupation. bls.gov/oes
- BEA Regional Economic Accounts — GDP + personal income by state/metro. bea.gov/data/regional
- U.S. Census Bureau County Business Patterns — establishment + employment by industry. census.gov/cbp
- IRS Statistics of Income (SOI) — tax-return aggregate data. irs.gov/statistics
- data.gov — U.S. federal open-data portal — discovery layer for additional federal sources. data.gov
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