Benefits Eligibility Guide
Ohio Government Benefits
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Here are the major programs available to Ohio residents.
Ohio Medicaid (Medicaid)
Medicaid expansion state
Adults: up to 138% FPL
Children: up to 206% FPL
Pregnant: up to 200% FPL
Ohio SNAP (Food Assistance)
Gross income limit: 200% FPL
Net income limit: 100% FPL
Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility (BBCE)
HEAP (Energy Assistance)
Income limit: 175% FPL
Helps with heating and cooling costs
Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) (Childcare)
Income limit: 145% FPL
Subsidized childcare for working families
Ohio Works First (OWF) (Cash Assistance)
Lifetime limit: 36 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 Ohio?
Ohio residents may qualify for programs including Ohio Medicaid (Medicaid), Ohio 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 Ohio Medicaid in Ohio?
You can apply for Ohio Medicaid online at https://benefits.ohio.gov or by calling 1-800-324-8680. Ohio has expanded Medicaid, so adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level may qualify.
How do I apply for Ohio SNAP (food stamps) in Ohio?
Apply for Ohio SNAP online at https://benefits.ohio.gov or call 1-844-640-6446. Ohio 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.