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HCBS cost cap or rate limit: Medicaid rates by state

3 states publish a Medicaid rate for hcbs cost cap or rate limit. Rates range from $2,274.96 in Iowa to $22,109.20 in Utah.

States
3
Median
—
Highest
$22,109.20Utah
Lowest
$2,274.96Iowa

Every state, ranked

#StateRateUnitPer hourEffectiveSource
1UtahAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider)$22,109.20year—2026-07-01Official source
2VermontAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider)$5,039.761 Unit = Lifetime—2025-07-01Official source
3IowaAny qualified provider (rate does not vary by provider)$2,274.96month—2026-10-01Official source

Frequently asked questions

Which state pays the most for hcbs cost cap or rate limit?

Utah: $22,109.20 per year.

What is the average Medicaid rate for hcbs cost cap or rate limit?

Across 3 states the median is —, comparing the same provider level in each state.

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