Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

ACA marketplace issuer - 12 plans across 10 counties

1
State
10
Counties
12
Plans
$345
Avg Premium (Age 27)
The short answer

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is a single-state ACA marketplace issuer offering 12 plans across 1 state and 10 counties. Its average age-27 premium of $345/mo runs $295 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.

vs Market Average

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield's average premium of $345/mo is $295 below the national market average of $640/mo.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield at a Glance

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is an ACA marketplace issuer offering 12 plans across 1 state and 10 counties. Its average age-27 premium is $345/mo, the standardized rate marketplaces use for apples-to-apples comparison. Plan types on offer include HMO, each with distinct network rules for referrals, in-network cost-sharing, and out-of-network access.

Compared with the national marketplace average of $640/mo, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield's average premium lands about $295 below. Lower issuer averages typically indicate concentration in lower-cost regions or a Bronze-heavy plan mix rather than leaner benefits, since all ACA plans must cover the same 10 essential health benefits.

The largest single-state presence is NH with 120 plans, though availability and exact plan lineup vary county by county within each state. Confirm specific plans, network hospitals, and provider directories directly with the issuer or on HealthCare.gov before enrolling. PlainHealthPlan is not affiliated with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. This page is informational only and is not insurance, medical, or financial advice.

Plan Types

HMO

Metal Levels Offered

Expanded Bronze Silver Catastrophic Gold

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield average premium by metal level

The premium ladder across Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield's 12 ACA plans, average monthly premium (age 27) by metal tier. Bronze trades a low premium for a high deductible; Gold and Platinum invert it.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield: average premium by metal level

Catastrophic$228/moExpanded Bronze$287/moSilver$364/moGold$436/mo
Source: CMS Marketplace Public Use Files, plan year 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many plans does Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield offer on the ACA marketplace?
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield offers 12 ACA marketplace plans across 1 state and 10 counties. Plans are available in Expanded Bronze, Silver, Catastrophic, Gold metal tiers.
What is Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield's average premium?
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield's average monthly premium is $345 for a 27-year-old. This is $295 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.
What plan types does Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield offer?
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield offers HMO plan types. Plan type determines how you access providers, HMO plans require referrals and in-network care, while PPO and POS plans offer more flexibility at higher premiums.
In which states does Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield sell ACA plans?
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield sells ACA marketplace plans in 1 state, covering 10 counties. The largest presence is in NH with 120 plans. Availability varies by county, check your specific county for plan options.

Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only. Data comes from CMS Marketplace Public Use Files. PlainHealthPlan is not affiliated with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield or any insurance company. Premiums shown are base rates and may not reflect your actual cost.

Data sourced from the CMS Health Insurance Marketplace Public Use Files. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainHealthPlan Editorial