
Health Insurance Costs Near $27,000 as Premiums Rise for 2026
The 2025 Employer Health Benefits Survey reports a 6% increase in average family health insurance premiums to $26,993, with workers contributing about $6,850. The survey highlights trends in plan types, employer contributions, coverage rates, wellness programs, and recent coverage decisions for GLP-1 weight loss drugs, alongside insights into employee concerns and provider network adequacy.