Health insurance in Baton Rouge: 2027 Marketplace plans
In East Baton Rouge County, LA, there are 64 plans from 5 insurers: Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, UnitedHealthcare, HMO Louisiana, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana.
Bronze · 22
Silver · 22
Gold · 20
Example: a 40-year-old earning $31,920 a year (200% of the federal poverty level) gets a tax credit of about $530 a month. With it, the cheapest plan at each level costs:
In ZIP code 70816, the one with the most doctors in Baton Rouge, 14.1% of residents have no health insurance and 13.8% are Hispanic (Census Bureau, ACS ACS 2024 5-year).
Census data · Baton Rouge · ZIP 70816
Official demographics of the coverage area · ACS 2024 5-year
45,718
Total population
14.1%
Uninsured rate
No health coverage (ACS B27010)
$67,353
Median income
39,590
Population under 65
ACA-eligible age range
13.8%
Hispanic population
Source: US Census Bureau · ACS 5-year (Census Reporter)
Frequently asked questions about health insurance in Baton Rouge
How many insurers sell Marketplace plans in Baton Rouge?
For 2027, 5 insurers offer 64 plans in East Baton Rouge County: Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, UnitedHealthcare, HMO Louisiana, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana.
How much does health insurance cost in Baton Rouge?
It depends on age, income and household. As an example, for a 40-year-old earning $31,920 a year (200% of the federal poverty level) the cheapest plan costs $0.00 a month after a tax credit of about $530 a month.
Are there $0 plans in Baton Rouge?
Yes, for some households. In the example (a 40-year-old earning $31,920 a year (200% of the federal poverty level)) there are Bronze plans with a $0 monthly premium. A $0 premium usually comes with a higher deductible, so compare before choosing.