Best & Worst States for Children’s Health Care (2026)

WalletHub – Tuesday, April 7, 2026
By Adam McCann

Keeping children healthy is both essential and costly. Fortunately, about 94% of children ages 0 to 18 have health insurance coverage to protect them when they become ill. However, high coverage rates have not necessarily reduced health care expenses for families. On average, workers contribute $6,850 per year toward employer-sponsored family health coverage. While some families receive assistance through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), many who do not qualify for government support continue to face financial strain especially amid significant inflation.

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