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Obamacare premiums surged this year. A new analysis shows it’s likely to happen again in 2027
By Josh Skluzacek at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 8, 2026
· 4 min read
NEW YORK (AP) — Many 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 p...
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 Wednesday’s analysis from the healthcare research nonprofit KFF.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
In Minneapolis , the proposed double-digit premium hikes for Affordable Care Act health insurance in 2027 will likely exacerbate existing concerns about healthcare affordability. Many middle-class residents, particularly those making 400% of the poverty level or more, will face significant increases in costs, straining already tight household budgets. As the city's residents prepare for the upcoming midterm elections, the issue of healthcare affordability is likely to remain a pressing concern. The impact of rising premiums will be felt across the community, from individuals and families to small businesses and local employers, who may struggle to provide affordable health insurance options to their employees. With Minneapolis being part of the larger Twin Cities area, the effects of these premium hikes will be felt across the region, making it essential for local leaders to consider the implications of these changes on the community's overall well-being.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? NEW YORK (AP) — Many 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 p...
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