These States Are Spending the Most on Health Insurance, Study Shows

Many more people are on Medicaid in CT than a decade ago

The number of people receiving Medicaid in Connecticut has grown sharply over the last decade. In Connecticut, Medicaid operates under the name HUSKY and insures about one-quarter of the state’s population. The number of people served through any Medicaid-funded coverage steadily grew over the last decade, rising 61% from 2012 to 2023. In 2024, total enrollment decreased 6%. HUSKY A, for low-income children, caregivers and pregnant women, has th…

These states are spending the most on health insurance, study shows

Health insurance costs vary wildly by state. See where your state ranks in this new study.

Map Shows Which States Spend the Most and Least on Health Insurance

As health insurance premiums continue to climb across the country, a new report from WalletHub highlights which states are shouldering the heaviest burdens—and which are paying relatively little. Why It Matters The analysis compared the average monthly cost of a silver health insurance plan to the median monthly household income in each of the 50 states. Silver plans are known for offering moderate deductibles and relatively low premiums, making…

Map shows which states spend the most and least on health insurance

Vermont, West Virginia, and Alaska ranked among the costliest states, according to a new report from WalletHub.