The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally-funded program designed to assist low income families meet the cost of home heating by providing a one-time payment to the heating utility. LIHEAP is a federally-funded program. Homeowners and renters are eligible, within the federal poverty guidelines. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis November 1 - April 30 of each year. Households with a member 60 years of age or older, those who are disabled, and those in crisis can begin applying October 1st. Â Visit your local community action outreach office to apply for this and other programs.Â
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program Income Guidelines
The total household income for an applicant must be at or below 200% of the 2023 federal poverty guidelines. These guidelines are for October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024.
Household Size |
Annual Gross Income *Â ** |
---|---|
1 |
$29,160 |
2 |
$39,440 |
3 |
$49,720 |
4 |
$60,000 |
5 |
$70,280 |
6 |
$80,560 |
7 |
$90,840 |
8 |
$101,120 |
* For households with more than eight members, add $10,280Â annually for each additional member.
** All income will be annualized.  Income will be collected for a 30 day period – counting back 30 calendar days from the day before the date of application, the most recent calendar year, or the most recent 12-month period.