Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Participation in SNAP can satisfy Lifeline's program-based eligibility requirement, subject to verification.
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Step 1 of 3Eligibility reference
Current 2026 Lifeline Income Limits
If you are not using a qualifying-program route, gross household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines may qualify.
| Household size | 48 states, DC & territories | Alaska | Hawaii |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,546 | $26,933 | $24,786 |
| 2 | $29,214 | $36,518 | $33,602 |
| 3 | $36,882 | $46,103 | $42,417 |
| 4 | $44,550 | $55,688 | $51,233 |
| 5 | $52,218 | $65,273 | $60,048 |
| 6 | $59,886 | $74,858 | $68,864 |
| 7 | $67,554 | $84,443 | $77,679 |
| 8 | $75,222 | $94,028 | $86,495 |
| Each additional person | +$7,668 | +$9,585 | +$8,816 |
Source: USAC Lifeline Consumer Eligibility and LifelineSupport.org. Income is based on gross household income. Verify the current official table if program guidelines change after this page’s review date.
Program route
Current Qualifying Programs
Participation can satisfy Lifeline’s program-based eligibility requirement, subject to verification.
Medicaid
Current Medicaid participation can be a Lifeline qualification path. Medicaid itself does not provide the tablet.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
SSI is a standard Lifeline-qualifying assistance program.
Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
Participation in qualifying federal public housing assistance can establish program-based eligibility.
Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
The qualifying Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit programs are recognized Lifeline eligibility pathways.
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