California Health Insurance (2026)
ACA marketplace health insurance rates, Medicaid eligibility, and top insurers in California. Rates shown before premium tax credits — most buyers qualify for subsidies.
Silver Premium
$450/mo
Age 40, before credits
Avg Deductible
$3,800
Silver plan
Medicaid
Expanded
Up to 138% FPL
Insurers
11
On marketplace
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Top Health Insurers in California
1
Compare PlansBlue Cross Blue Shield
Nationwide network
Avg Monthly
$480
Network
Very Large
Rating
4.5/5
2
Compare PlansUnitedHealthcare
Employer plans
Avg Monthly
$510
Network
Large
Rating
4.3/5
3
Compare PlansAetna
CVS integration
Avg Monthly
$495
Network
Large
Rating
4.2/5
4
Compare PlansCigna
Mental health coverage
Avg Monthly
$490
Network
Large
Rating
4.2/5
5
Compare PlansKaiser Permanente
Integrated care
Avg Monthly
$440
Network
Regional
Rating
4.7/5
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Enrollment Requirements & Key Dates
- •Covered California Open Enrollment: Nov 1 – Jan 31
- •Medi-Cal covers adults up to 138% FPL
- •CalFresh and Covered California often paired for comprehensive support
California Health Insurance Facts
Covered California (state marketplace) is among the best-run in the US.
California added extra state subsidies on top of federal ACA credits.
Medi-Cal (Medicaid) covers over 14 million Californians.
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