BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

ACA marketplace issuer - 74 plans across 46 counties

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State
46
Counties
74
Plans
$509
Avg Premium (Age 27)
The short answer

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is a single-state ACA marketplace issuer offering 74 plans across 1 state and 46 counties. Its average age-27 premium of $509/mo runs $131 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.

vs Market Average

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina's average premium of $509/mo is $131 below the national market average of $640/mo.

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina at a Glance

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is an ACA marketplace issuer offering 74 plans across 1 state and 46 counties. Its average age-27 premium is $509/mo, the standardized rate marketplaces use for apples-to-apples comparison. Plan types on offer include EPO, PPO, HMO, POS, 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, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina's average premium lands about $131 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 SC with 1,186 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 BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. This page is informational only and is not insurance, medical, or financial advice.

Plan Types

EPOPPOHMOPOS

Metal Levels Offered

Gold Expanded Bronze Silver Bronze

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina average premium by metal level

The premium ladder across BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina's 74 ACA plans, average monthly premium (age 27) by metal tier. Bronze trades a low premium for a high deductible; Gold and Platinum invert it.

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina: average premium by metal level

Bronze$315/moExpanded Bronze$392/moSilver$549/moGold$586/mo
Source: CMS Marketplace Public Use Files, plan year 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many plans does BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina offer on the ACA marketplace? ▼
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina offers 74 ACA marketplace plans across 1 state and 46 counties. Plans are available in Gold, Expanded Bronze, Silver, Bronze metal tiers.
What is BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina's average premium? ▼
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina's average monthly premium is $509 for a 27-year-old. This is $131 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.
What plan types does BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina offer? ▼
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina offers EPO, PPO, HMO, POS 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 BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina sell ACA plans? ▼
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina sells ACA marketplace plans in 1 state, covering 46 counties. The largest presence is in SC with 1,186 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 BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina or any insurance company. Premiums shown are base rates and may not reflect your actual cost.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.

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