Politics & Government

What Will You Pay for Obamacare in New Jersey?

Find out what premiums Garden State residents can expect to pay.

By Marc Fortier 

Wondering how much Obamacare is going to cost you?

The cost to enroll in the health care exchanges opening Oct. 1 depend on your age, family size, income and other variables. One of those variables is where you live.

The average cost of basic coverage nationally is $249 a month, not including tax credits.

According to CNN Money, the premium for the benchmark plan in New Jersey is $260 for a 27-year-old individual and $943 for a family of four.

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Of course, since most people already have coverage through their workplace or government programs, only a small percentage of New Jersey residents are likely to enroll.


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