Alachua County at a glance
- People in Alachua County
- 285,492
- Census ACS 2020 to 2024
- Have no health insurance
- 7.4%
- Florida: 11.5%.
- Marketplace sign-ups for 2026
- 39,471
- 92.9% got a tax credit.
- Marketplace plans for 2026
- 101
- From 4 insurance companies.
Cities we serve in Alachua County
Marketplace plans in Alachua County for 2026
4 insurance companies offer 101 plans on HealthCare.gov in Alachua County: Ambetter Health, AvMed, Florida Blue and Oscar Health.
| Metal tier | Plans | Lowest premium |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 32 | $546.49 |
| Silver | 38 | $693.99 |
| Gold | 20 | $724.42 |
| Platinum | 11 | $1,132.54 |
39,471 people in Alachua County picked a Marketplace plan for 2026. The average premium was $806 a month before tax credits and $113 after. 92.9% got a tax credit.
Your price depends on your age, income, household and plan. We run the numbers with you.
Hospitals in Alachua County
General hospitals with an emergency department.
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
Gainesville, FL 32605. Acute care hospital, emergency department.
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL 32610. Acute care hospital, emergency department.
Networks differ by plan. Before you enroll, we check that your doctors and hospital are in the network. Source: CMS Care Compare.
When you can enroll in Florida
Florida uses HealthCare.gov for Marketplace plans.
- Open Enrollment for 2027 plans: November 1, 2026 to January 15, 2027.
- Sign up by December 15, 2026 for coverage that starts January 1.
- Sign up December 16, 2026 to January 15, 2027 for coverage that starts February 1.
- After a life event, like losing coverage, marriage, a baby or a move, you can usually enroll within 60 days (Special Enrollment Period).