When is open enrollment in Arkansas for 2027?
In Arkansas, you sign up for 2027 coverage at HealthCare.gov. Arkansas runs its own marketplace on the federal platform, so HealthCare.gov’s dates apply.
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| Nov. 1, 2026 | 2027 open enrollment starts |
| Dec. 15, 2026 | Last day to pick a plan that starts Jan. 1, 2027 |
| Jan. 15, 2027 | Open enrollment ends |
Plans picked from Dec. 16 to Jan. 15 start Feb. 1, 2027. Coverage Decider checked these dates against HealthCare.gov and CMS on Oct. 15, 2026. 2027 open enrollment dates lists every state’s deadlines.
Who qualifies for Medicaid in Arkansas?
Arkansas expanded Medicaid. Adults 19 to 64 qualify with income up to 138% of the federal poverty level: $22,025 a year for one person or $45,540 for a family of four, using the 2026 guidelines.
| Group | Income limit, share of the poverty line (KFF, January 2026) |
|---|---|
| Adults 19 to 64 | 138% |
| Children, through Medicaid or CHIP | 216% |
| Pregnancy | 214% |
- Every state’s limits: Medicaid income limits by state.
- In dollars for your household size: the 2027 federal poverty level chart.
Does Arkansas have Medicaid work requirements in 2027?
Yes, and Arkansas started early. Checks began July 1, 2026 for ARHOME (expansion) adults 19 to 64, with no one losing coverage in 2026. From Jan. 1, 2027, people who don’t show they meet the requirement get 30 days to do so before benefits are suspended, according to Arkansas DHS and KFF.
Medicaid work requirements in 2027 covers who’s exempt and how reporting works.
What will 2027 plans cost in Arkansas?
Coverage Decider’s calculator estimates your 2027 tax credit and ranks Arkansas’ HealthCare.gov plans by your likely yearly cost. Until CMS posts 2027 prices, it shows what you qualify for and the most you’d pay for a benchmark plan.
Where can you get free help enrolling in Arkansas?
Trained assisters and Navigators help Arkansas residents apply for free. Find one near you on HealthCare.gov’s local help page.