Iowa

Iowa Health Insurance Marketplace 2026

Compare 121 health insurance plans on the Iowa Marketplace from 6 insurers. See premiums by metal tier and estimate your subsidy in under a minute.

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Iowa Marketplace key facts for 2026

In Iowa, 121 ACA Marketplace health insurance plans from 6 insurers are available for 2026. For a 40-year-old before subsidies, Bronze plans start at $338/month, Silver plans at $452/month, Gold plans at $432/month, and Catastrophic plans at $300/month. The lowest-priced plan overall is Secure | MercyOne from Oscar Insurance Company at $300/month. Most enrollees qualify for a premium tax credit that lowers what they actually pay each month.

Lowest-cost plan by tier in Iowa

Starting monthly premium for a 40-year-old, before any subsidy. Your price depends on age, income, and county.

Catastrophic

Secure | MercyOne

Oscar Insurance Company

$300/mo

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Expanded Bronze

Bronze Classic Standard | MercyOne

Oscar Insurance Company

$338/mo

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Silver

Silver Classic Standard | MercyOne

Oscar Insurance Company

$452/mo

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Gold

Wellmark Gold Primary Care | UnityPoint Health

Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc.

$432/mo

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Browse 2026 Iowa plans by metal tier

Pick a tier to see every on-exchange plan in it, with starting premiums for a 40-year-old before subsidy.

Bronze

Bronze plans in Iowa

41 plans · from $338/mo

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Silver

Silver plans in Iowa

41 plans · from $452/mo

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Gold

Gold plans in Iowa

36 plans · from $432/mo

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Catastrophic

Catastrophic plans in Iowa

3 plans · from $300/mo

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Insurers offering 2026 plans in Iowa

Ambetter HealthAvera Health PlansMedicaOscar Insurance CompanyUnitedHealthcareWellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc.

Iowa health insurance FAQ

How much does health insurance cost in Iowa?

2026 Marketplace premiums in Iowa vary by age, plan tier, and where you live. The lowest-cost plans start around $300/month before any subsidy for a 40-year-old. Most enrollees qualify for a premium tax credit that lowers this significantly.

How do I enroll in the Iowa health insurance Marketplace?

You enroll through the ACA Marketplace during Open Enrollment, or at any point in the year if you have a qualifying life event such as losing job-based coverage, moving, marriage, or a new baby. Compare Iowa plans and estimate your subsidy first so you know your net premium before you apply.

What health insurance companies sell Marketplace plans in Iowa?

Ambetter Health, Avera Health Plans, Medica, Oscar Insurance Company, UnitedHealthcare, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. offer ACA Marketplace plans in Iowa for 2026.

Do I qualify for a subsidy in Iowa?

Most Iowa residents who buy their own insurance qualify for a premium tax credit based on household income and size. Use the PlanVoyager estimator to see your subsidy and net premium.

From our research

See how Iowa compares nationally: how much premiums increased for 2026 in every state and where Iowa ranks on 2026 Marketplace premiums.

Understand what you'd actually pay

2026 Federal Poverty Level (FPL) chart
The income table behind subsidy and Medicaid eligibility
How ACA subsidies work
Premium tax credits and who qualifies
The 2026 subsidy cliff
Why income near 400% FPL matters again this year
The SLCSP benchmark
The Silver plan that sets your subsidy and Form 1095-A

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