Health Insurance in Boulder, CO

Health Insurance Carriers in Boulder, CO

Residents of Boulder can compare plans from: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Colorado, Denver Health Medical Plan, Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, Oscar Health, Rocky Mountain Health Plans. The leading carrier in the Boulder area is Blue Cross Blue Shield of Colorado. Plan availability varies by ZIP code — always check your specific address for available options.

Boulder is home to the University of Colorado and has a highly educated population with diverse income levels from low-income students to high-income tech workers. Kaiser Permanente has significant presence in Boulder County.

How Residents in Boulder Buy Coverage

Colorado does not use HealthCare.gov. Boulder residents enroll through Connect for Health Colorado, the state-based exchange, which publishes its own carrier list and county-level rates each autumn. Deadlines and special enrollment rules can differ from the federal marketplace — confirm current dates on Connect for Health Colorado before enrolling.

Local Hospitals in Boulder, CO

Major hospital facilities in the Boulder area:

• UCHealth Boulder Medical Center
• Foothills Hospital (UCHealth)
• Boulder Community Health Hospital

Confirm your preferred hospital is in-network before enrolling. Network status varies by plan.

Urgent Care in Boulder

• UCHealth Urgent Care Boulder
• Boulder Community Health Urgent Care
• GoHealth Urgent Care Boulder

Subsidies and Medicaid in Boulder

ACA premium tax credits are available for Boulder residents with income between 100% and 400% FPL (~$15,650–$62,600 for a single adult in 2026). Medicaid is available year-round for income-eligible adults — apply through your state Medicaid agency.

Boulder Health Insurance Market Profile

• Population: 105K
• County: Boulder County
• Median Household Income: $80,000 (~511% of the 2026 FPL)
• Marketplace: Connect for Health Colorado