Orlando, Fla. — Trump Administration’s Health Plan Costs Unveiled
The Trump administration has shared the financial details of its Affordable Care Act plan for 2026, as lawmakers continue to clash over subsidies and the ongoing federal government shutdown.
This information indicates that many of the 4.7 million Floridians who purchase insurance through the Marketplace might see their monthly payments rise significantly—potentially by hundreds of dollars.
An analysis by WFTV focused on the expected premiums for single women aged 35 and 55, with annual incomes of $70,000, which is about the average salary in Orange County and a bit above the average for other Central Florida counties.
On average, those paying full price for their plans might experience a 25% increase, with the steepest hikes hitting those aged 35.
Older Floridians and those with lower incomes will benefit from subsidies. However, individuals relying on subsidies that are set to expire at year’s end could face premium increases of up to 200%.
Here’s a summary of the monthly costs for the least expensive plan in each category. Orange County is included due to its large population, while Brevard and Marion are noted for their affordability.
35 years old, single woman, income $70,000:
Orange County 2025 Bronze Plan: $384
Orange County 2026 Bronze Plan: $479
Brevard County 2025 Bronze Plan: $340
Brevard County 2026 Bronze Plan: $408
Marion County 2025 Bronze Plan: $362
Marion County 2026 Bronze Plan: $492
Most other counties fall into the $400 range for their plans.
Silver and Gold plans have increased from the high $400s and low $500s to around the $600 mark.
55 years old, single woman, income $70,000:
Orange County 2025 Bronze Plan: $701
Subsidized Orange County 2025 Bronze Plan: $283
Orange County 2026 Bronze Plan: $875
Brevard County 2025 Bronze Plan: $621
Brevard County 2025 Bronze Plan (subsidy included): $307
Brevard County 2026 Bronze Plan: $744
Marion County 2025 Bronze Plan: $661
Marion County 2025 Bronze Plan (subsidy included): $304
Marion County 2026 Bronze Plan: $898
In additional counties, new bronze plans range from $830 to $890, with many falling below $300 when accounting for subsidies.
The costs for Silver and Gold plans have surged from the $800 range to nearly $1,000 a month.
