What is the penalty for no insurance in 2019? 2016-18: 2.5% of total annual income or $695 per adult; $162.50 per each child under 18, whichever is higher. Maximum of $2085 per family. 2019: The penalty will be removed starting in 2019. Those that were uninsured in 2018 must still pay the penalty on 2018 tax form, however, Insurance Guide, Insurance