There are many income guidelines that are required for eligibility into Iowa Medicaid programs and services.
In addition, each program or service may have its own set of income requirements.
If your family’s yearly countable income (before taxes) is in this chart, you may be able to get FREE or low-cost health insurance.
Note: All income guidelines provided are effective as of April 1, 2026.
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Medicaid 167% of the poverty level. Free coverage.
Adult Medicaid Income Persons in household Income limit 1 $26,654 2 $36,140 3 $45,626 4 $55,112 5 $64,598 6 $74,084 7 $83,570 8 $93,056 For each additional, add $9,486
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Medicaid Adult Medicaid Income Persons in household Income limit 1 $47,880 2 $64,920 3 $81,960 4 $99,000 5 $116,040 6 $133,080 7 $150,120 8 $167,160 For each additional, add $17,040
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Medicaid coverage is free. If pregnant, include unborn child in household size.
Adult Medicaid Income Persons in household Income limit 1 -- 2 $43,946 3 $55,513 4 $67,080 5 $78,647 6 $90,214 7 $101,781 8 $113,348 For each additional, add $11,567
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Contact Member Services
Need help with your Iowa Medicaid coverage?
Contact Member Services Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
1-800-338-8366 (Toll Free) 515-256-4606 (Des Moines Area) 515-725-1351 (Fax)
Email: IMEmember@hhs.iowa.gov
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