Colorado Health Insurance (2026)

ACA marketplace health insurance rates, Medicaid eligibility, and top insurers in Colorado. Rates shown before premium tax credits — most buyers qualify for subsidies.

Silver Premium

$440/mo

Age 40, before credits

Avg Deductible

$4,000

Silver plan

Medicaid

Expanded

Up to 138% FPL

Insurers

9

On marketplace

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Top Health Insurers in Colorado

1

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Nationwide network

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Avg Monthly

$480

Network

Very Large

Rating

4.5/5

2

UnitedHealthcare

Employer plans

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Avg Monthly

$510

Network

Large

Rating

4.3/5

3

Aetna

CVS integration

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Avg Monthly

$495

Network

Large

Rating

4.2/5

4

Cigna

Mental health coverage

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Avg Monthly

$490

Network

Large

Rating

4.2/5

5

Kaiser Permanente

Integrated care

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Avg Monthly

$440

Network

Regional

Rating

4.7/5

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Enrollment Requirements & Key Dates

  • Open Enrollment: Nov 1 – Jan 15 (extended to Jan 31 in CO)
  • Health First Colorado (Medicaid) covers up to 138% FPL
  • Public option available from 2023: Colorado Option

Colorado Health Insurance Facts

Connect for Health Colorado is the state marketplace.
Colorado launched a state-based public option in 2023.
Strong competition among insurers keeps premiums below national average.

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