Health insurance rates for middle-income Coloradans are set to double in 2026, according to the state's insurance division.
The statewide net average premium increase will be 101%, as announced by the Colorado Division of Insurance, likely resulting in 75,000 Coloradans being unable to afford health insurance.
The primary cause of the increase is the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits under the Affordable Care Act, available to those who buy their own health insurance through Connect for Health Colorado, which will expire on December 31.
The increase will likely mean that 75,000 Coloradans won’t be able to afford health insurance next year.
Author's summary: Colorado health insurance premiums to double in 2026 due to tax credit expiration.