Cox HealthPlans

ACA marketplace issuer - 7 plans across 5 counties

1
State
5
Counties
7
Plans
$519
Avg Premium (Age 27)
The short answer

Cox HealthPlans is a single-state ACA marketplace issuer offering 7 plans across 1 state and 5 counties. Its average age-27 premium of $519/mo runs $121 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.

vs Market Average

Cox HealthPlans's average premium of $519/mo is $121 below the national market average of $640/mo.

Cox HealthPlans at a Glance

Cox HealthPlans is an ACA marketplace issuer offering 7 plans across 1 state and 5 counties. Its average age-27 premium is $519/mo, the standardized rate marketplaces use for apples-to-apples comparison. Plan types on offer include EPO, 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, Cox HealthPlans's average premium lands about $121 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 MO with 35 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 Cox HealthPlans. This page is informational only and is not insurance, medical, or financial advice.

Plan Types

EPO

Metal Levels Offered

Silver Expanded Bronze Gold Bronze

Cox HealthPlans average premium by metal level

The premium ladder across Cox HealthPlans'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.

Cox HealthPlans: average premium by metal level

Bronze$388/moExpanded Bronze$413/moSilver$575/moGold$552/mo
Source: CMS Marketplace Public Use Files, plan year 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many plans does Cox HealthPlans offer on the ACA marketplace? ▼
Cox HealthPlans offers 7 ACA marketplace plans across 1 state and 5 counties. Plans are available in Silver, Expanded Bronze, Gold, Bronze metal tiers.
What is Cox HealthPlans's average premium? ▼
Cox HealthPlans's average monthly premium is $519 for a 27-year-old. This is $121 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.
What plan types does Cox HealthPlans offer? ▼
Cox HealthPlans offers EPO 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 Cox HealthPlans sell ACA plans? ▼
Cox HealthPlans sells ACA marketplace plans in 1 state, covering 5 counties. The largest presence is in MO with 35 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 Cox HealthPlans 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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Data sourced from the CMS Health Insurance Marketplace Public Use Files. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainHealthPlan Editorial