Benefits Eligibility Guide
Minnesota Government Benefits
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Here are the major programs available to Minnesota residents.
Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
Medicaid expansion state
Adults: up to 138% FPL
Children: up to 275% FPL
Pregnant: up to 278% FPL
Food Support (SNAP) (Food Assistance)
Gross income limit: 200% FPL
Net income limit: 100% FPL
Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility (BBCE)
Energy Assistance Program (Energy Assistance)
Income limit: 60% SMI
Helps with heating and cooling costs
Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (Childcare)
Income limit: 47% SMI
Subsidized childcare for working families
Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) (Cash Assistance)
Lifetime limit: 60 months
Cash assistance for families with children
WIC (Nutrition)
Income limit: 185% FPL
For pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum individuals and children under 5
Plus: ACA Health Insurance Subsidies, EITC, Child Tax Credit, SSI, SSDI, Pell Grants, VA Benefits, School Meals, Head Start, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Minnesota?
Minnesota residents may qualify for programs including Medical Assistance (Medicaid), Food Support (SNAP) (food assistance), LIHEAP energy assistance, childcare subsidies, tax credits like EITC and CTC, and more. Eligibility depends on your household size, income, and other factors. Use our free screener to check all programs at once.
How do I apply for Medical Assistance in Minnesota?
You can apply for Medical Assistance online at https://www.mnsure.org or by calling 1-855-366-7873. Minnesota has expanded Medicaid, so adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level may qualify.
How do I apply for Food Support (SNAP) (food stamps) in Minnesota?
Apply for Food Support (SNAP) online at https://mn.gov/dhs/people-we-serve/adults/economic-assistance/food-nutrition/ or call 1-855-366-7873. Minnesota uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility, so the gross income limit is 200% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.