Health insurance & Medicare · Houston, TX (Harris County)
Supplemental Health Insurance in Houston, Texas
28.9% of Houston adults aged 19 to 64 have no health insurance, well above the U.S. rate of 11.1% (the 2nd-highest uninsured rate for adults 19 to 64 of the 22 South U.S. communities on this site). Accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, cancer, dental and vision coverage that can pay benefits alongside your main health plan. Olive, a licensed agent with Manna Financial Services, helps Houston, TX households compare supplemental health insurance by phone or video, and the first conversation is free.
What matters for supplemental health insurance in Houston
31.2% of Houston households include children. Accident plans are a common choice for active families, while hospital and critical illness plans are more common for people with Medicare (12.1% of Houston residents are 65 or older).
Houston by the numbers
- 28.9% of Houston adults aged 19 to 64 have no health insurance, well above the U.S. rate of 11.1% (the 2nd-highest uninsured rate for adults 19 to 64 of the 22 South U.S. communities on this site).
- 12.1% of Houston residents are 65 or older, about 279,000 people, well below the U.S. average of 17.7%.
- 11.8% of Houston workers are self-employed, above the U.S. figure of 9.8%. Self-employed people have no employer plan for health, life or disability coverage.
- 31.2% of Houston households include children under 18, above the U.S. figure of 29.8%.
Houston and nearby communities
| Place | Households with children | 65 or older | Uninsured adults 19–64 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 31.2% | 12.1% | 28.9% |
| San Antonio | 32.8% | 13.4% | 23.6% |
| Dallas | 28.6% | 11.8% | 29.4% |
| Austin | 24.9% | 10.2% | 17.5% |
| U.S. | 29.8% | 17.7% | 11.1% |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
How we help with supplemental health insurance
- Accident and critical illness plans that pay cash benefits
- Hospital indemnity coverage for inpatient stays
- Dental and vision plans for individuals and families
- Pairs with ACA, employer or Medicare coverage
Rules that apply in Texas
- Supplemental plans pay fixed benefits and are not major medical coverage. They do not count as ACA minimum essential coverage.
- Many accident, critical illness and hospital plans pay benefits to you directly, to use as you choose.
- Waiting periods and pre-existing condition limits vary by policy, so we compare them before you apply.
Questions from Houston
Is supplemental insurance the same as health insurance?
No. Supplemental plans pay limited, fixed benefits for specific events and do not replace major medical coverage. They work best alongside a health plan.
Do I need to visit an office in Houston?
No. Olive works with Houston and Harris County households by phone or video, so you can compare options from home. Most applications and signatures can be completed online.
Talk with Olive about supplemental health insurance.
Free, no obligation, by phone or video. Or call or text (937) 388-5346.