Health insurance in New Orleans: 2027 Marketplace plans
In Orleans County, LA, there are 49 plans from 4 insurers: Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, HMO Louisiana, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana.
Bronze · 17
Silver · 17
Gold · 15
Example: a 40-year-old earning $31,920 a year (200% of the federal poverty level) gets a tax credit of about $506 a month. With it, the cheapest plan at each level costs:
In ZIP code 70112, the one with the most doctors in New Orleans, 10.5% of residents have no health insurance and 6.8% are Hispanic (Census Bureau, ACS ACS 2024 5-year).
Census data · New Orleans · ZIP 70112
Official demographics of the coverage area · ACS 2024 5-year
3,490
Total population
10.5%
Uninsured rate
No health coverage (ACS B27010)
$19,395
Median income
3,089
Population under 65
ACA-eligible age range
6.8%
Hispanic population
Source: US Census Bureau · ACS 5-year (Census Reporter)
Frequently asked questions about health insurance in New Orleans
How many insurers sell Marketplace plans in New Orleans?
For 2027, 4 insurers offer 49 plans in Orleans County: Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, HMO Louisiana, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana.
How much does health insurance cost in New Orleans?
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 $506 a month.
Are there $0 plans in New Orleans?
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.