Health Insurance in Gulfport, Mississippi — 2026 ACA Plans

Q: What ACA carriers are available in Gulfport, MS for 2026?

Gulfport is in Harrison County. ACA marketplace carriers for 2026 include Ambetter from Magnolia Health and potentially Molina Healthcare or UnitedHealthcare. Mississippi's ACA marketplace has fewer carrier options than neighboring states. Ambetter is generally the dominant marketplace carrier in coastal Mississippi. Check HealthCare.gov with your specific Gulfport zip code.

Q: Does Mississippi's non-expansion of Medicaid affect Gulfport residents?

Significantly. Mississippi has not expanded Medicaid, leaving adults below 100% FPL (~$15,960 for a single adult) in the coverage gap with no subsidy-eligible ACA option and no Medicaid eligibility. Gulfport's working-class and port economy population includes a meaningful share of workers in this range. Mississippi consistently has one of the highest uninsured rates nationally as a direct result.

Q: How much does health insurance cost in Gulfport, Mississippi?

The benchmark Silver plan for a 40-year-old in Harrison County runs approximately $350–$400 per month before subsidies in 2026. Mississippi generally has lower ACA premiums than Florida or Alabama. Most residents earning between 100% and 400% FPL qualify for premium tax credits that significantly reduce costs — often to $30–$175 per month net depending on income.

Updated March 2026 · Southern Plan Finder — Licensed Insurance Agency · (877) 224-8539

County: Harrison — largest city on the Mississippi Gulf Coast; Harrison County seat
Population: ~72,000 — Mississippi's second largest city overall
ACA carriers: Ambetter from Magnolia Health (dominant), potentially Molina, UHC
Benchmark Silver: ~$350–$400/month for a 40-year-old (before subsidies)
Major hospitals: Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Garden Park Medical Center
Mississippi has NOT expanded Medicaid — significant coverage gap population

Gulfport is Mississippi's largest Gulf Coast city and the county seat of Harrison County — the commercial, transportation, and governmental center of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Port of Gulfport is one of the most significant shipping facilities in the Gulf of Mexico region, and the broader economy includes healthcare (two major hospitals), retail, gaming and tourism, education, and military presence from Camp Shelby and Keesler Air Force Base (in adjacent Biloxi).

Gulfport's population is more economically diverse than Biloxi's casino-focused community — spanning working-class port and manufacturing workers, healthcare and education employees, military families, government workers, and small business operators. This diversity creates a wide range of health insurance situations, from employer-sponsored plans at major healthcare employers to ACA marketplace coverage for the city's significant uninsured and underinsured population.

Mississippi's Coverage Gap and Gulfport

Mississippi has not expanded Medicaid — adults below 100% FPL have no subsidized option. This affects a meaningful portion of Gulfport's working population. Port workers in seasonal or part-time roles, restaurant workers, retail employees, and gig workers who earn below $15,960 annually (single adult) are in the gap: ineligible for Medicaid and ineligible for ACA subsidies. Community health centers, including federally qualified health centers in Harrison County, provide safety net care on a sliding-fee basis for uninsured residents.

Health Insurance Costs in Gulfport

Annual Income (Single Adult)	% of FPL	Status in Mississippi	Est. Monthly Cost (Silver)
Below $15,960	Below 100%	Coverage gap — no subsidy, no Medicaid (MS not expanded)	Full premium or uninsured
$15,960 – $23,940	100–150%	Maximum ACA subsidy + Enhanced Silver CSRs	$0 – $28/month
$23,941 – $31,920	150–200%	Strong ACA subsidy + Silver CSRs	$28 – $80/month
$31,921 – $47,880	200–300%	Meaningful subsidy	$80 – $175/month
$47,881 – $63,840	300–400%	Moderate subsidy	$175 – $300/month

Estimates for a single 40-year-old in Harrison County, MS. Not guaranteed quotes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What ACA carriers are available in Gulfport, MS for 2026?

Harrison County ACA carriers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health (dominant in Mississippi) and potentially Molina Healthcare or UnitedHealthcare. Mississippi has fewer ACA options than neighboring states. Check HealthCare.gov with your Gulfport zip code for current availability.

Does Mississippi's non-expansion of Medicaid affect Gulfport residents?

Yes, significantly. Adults below 100% FPL are in the coverage gap — no Medicaid and no ACA subsidies. Gulfport's working-class population has a meaningful share of workers in this range. Mississippi's non-expansion is a major driver of the state's persistently high uninsured rate.

How much does health insurance cost in Gulfport, Mississippi?

Benchmark Silver premiums for a 40-year-old in Harrison County run approximately $350–$400 per month before subsidies in 2026. Mississippi generally has lower ACA premiums than Florida. Residents earning 100–400% FPL qualify for premium tax credits — often reducing costs to $30–$175 per month.

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Also see: Harrison County, MS health insurance guide · Mississippi Health Insurance