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Obamacare premiums surged this year. A new analysis shows it's likely to happen again in 2027
By AP via Scripps News Group at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 8, 2026
· 4 min read
Middle-income Americans straining to pay for Affordable Care Act health insurance are unlikely to get relief next year, according to a new analysis that shows insurers in the marketplace are proposing a second straight year of double-digit premium hikes.Across the 77 insurers in the ACA program t...
Key takeaway Across the 77 insurers in the ACA program that have submitted rate filings that are publicly available, the median proposed premium increase for 2027 is 14%, according to Wednesdays analysis from the healthcare research nonprofit KFF.
Why this matters in The Waco
For Waco residents who rely on the Affordable Care Act for health insurance, the proposed double-digit premium hikes in 2027 will likely exacerbate existing financial burdens. Middle-class households in McLennan County, with incomes above 400% of the poverty level, will be particularly affected as they do not qualify for subsidies that protect them from paying the full premiums. The median proposed premium increase of 14% comes on the heels of a 20% increase in 2026, putting a strain on local families who are already struggling to make ends meet. As the city's residents prepare for the upcoming midterm elections, the issue of healthcare affordability is likely to remain a pressing concern, with many voters seeking relief from the rising costs of healthcare. The impact of these premium hikes will be closely watched in Waco, where access to affordable healthcare is a critical issue for many residents.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Middle-income Americans straining to pay for Affordable Care Act health insurance are unlikely to get relief next year, according to a new analysis that shows insurers in the marketplace are proposing a second straight year of double-digit premium hikes.Across the 77 insurers in the ACA program t...
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