Benefits Eligibility Guide
New Hampshire Government Benefits
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Here are the major programs available to New Hampshire residents.
New Hampshire Medicaid / Granite Advantage (Medicaid)
Medicaid expansion state
Adults: up to 138% FPL
Children: up to 318% FPL
Pregnant: up to 196% FPL
SNAP (Food Assistance)
Gross income limit: 200% FPL
Net income limit: 100% FPL
Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility (BBCE)
Fuel Assistance Program (Energy Assistance)
Income limit: 60% SMI
Helps with heating and cooling costs
NH Child Care Scholarship Program (Childcare)
Income limit: 85% SMI
Subsidized childcare for working families
Financial Assistance for Needy Families (FANF) (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
Healthcare.gov (ACA)
Marketplace Type: Federal Exchange (HealthCare.gov)
Phone: 1-800-318-2596
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 New Hampshire?
New Hampshire residents may qualify for programs including New Hampshire Medicaid / Granite Advantage (Medicaid), 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 New Hampshire Medicaid / Granite Advantage in New Hampshire?
You can apply for New Hampshire Medicaid / Granite Advantage online at https://nheasy.nh.gov/ or by calling 1-800-852-3345. New Hampshire has expanded Medicaid, so adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level may qualify.
How do I apply for SNAP (food stamps) in New Hampshire?
Apply for SNAP online at https://nheasy.nh.gov/ or call 1-603-271-9700. New Hampshire 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.