Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

ACA marketplace issuer - 7 plans across 75 counties

1
State
75
Counties
7
Plans
$502
Avg Premium (Age 27)
The short answer

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield is a single-state ACA marketplace issuer offering 7 plans across 1 state and 75 counties. Its average age-27 premium of $502/mo runs $138 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.

vs Market Average

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield's average premium of $502/mo is $138 below the national market average of $640/mo.

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield at a Glance

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield is an ACA marketplace issuer offering 7 plans across 1 state and 75 counties. Its average age-27 premium is $502/mo, the standardized rate marketplaces use for apples-to-apples comparison. Plan types on offer include PPO, 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, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield's average premium lands about $138 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 AR with 525 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 Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield. This page is informational only and is not insurance, medical, or financial advice.

Plan Types

PPO

Metal Levels Offered

Silver Expanded Bronze Gold Catastrophic

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield average premium by metal level

The premium ladder across Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield's 7 ACA plans, average monthly premium (age 27) by metal tier. Bronze trades a low premium for a high deductible; Gold and Platinum invert it.

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

Catastrophic$292/moExpanded Bronze$398/moSilver$647/moGold$567/mo
Source: CMS Marketplace Public Use Files, plan year 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many plans does Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield offer on the ACA marketplace?
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield offers 7 ACA marketplace plans across 1 state and 75 counties. Plans are available in Silver, Expanded Bronze, Gold, Catastrophic metal tiers.
What is Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield's average premium?
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield's average monthly premium is $502 for a 27-year-old. This is $138 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.
What plan types does Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield offer?
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield offers PPO 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 Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield sell ACA plans?
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield sells ACA marketplace plans in 1 state, covering 75 counties. The largest presence is in AR with 525 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 Arkansas 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