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What Kansas residents could qualify for
These are real programs with real dollar amounts. Your results depend on your household, but here's what's available.
Food Assistance Program
Up to $994/mo
Food assistance for families earning under $3,575/mo (family of 4)
KanCare
Worth $6,000–$14,000/yr
Free healthcare for children in families earning under $84,150/yr
Utility Bill Relief
Up to $1,500/yr
LIEAP helps with heating and cooling costs for qualifying households
Healthcare.gov
$400–$800/mo savings
Premium tax credits can significantly reduce monthly health insurance costs
Plus tax credits, childcare subsidies, WIC, SSI, veterans' benefits, and more. Our screener checks 20+ programs at once.
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Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.
Kansas programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to Kansas residents.
KanCare (Medicaid)
Kansas has not expanded Medicaid for all adults. Coverage is available for children, pregnant women, and people with disabilities.
Children: families earning under $84,150/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $27,292/yr
Food Assistance Program (SNAP)
Family of 4 earning under $42,900/yr (gross) may qualify
Individual earning under $20,748/yr may qualify
Max benefit: $994/mo (family of 4)
LIEAP (Energy Assistance)
Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs
Income limit: 150% of FPL ($49,500/yr for a family of 4)
Child Care Assistance
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 0% of State Median Income ($83,592/yr for a family of 4)
Successful Families (Cash Assistance)
Cash assistance for families with children
Lifetime limit: 24 months
WIC (Nutrition)
About $80/mo in groceries per participant
For pregnant women, new moms, and children under 5
Income limit: 185% of Federal Poverty Level
Healthcare.gov
Federal marketplace
Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage
Phone: 1-800-318-2596
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Kansas?
Kansas residents may qualify for programs including KanCare (Medicaid), Food Assistance Program (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 KanCare in Kansas?
You can apply for KanCare online at https://cssp.kees.ks.gov/apspssp/ or by calling 1-800-792-4884. Kansas has not expanded Medicaid. Children may qualify up to 255% FPL and pregnant individuals up to 171% FPL.
How do I apply for Food Assistance Program (food stamps) in Kansas?
Apply for Food Assistance Program online at https://www.dcfapp.kees.ks.gov or call 1-888-369-4777. The gross income limit in Kansas is 130% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.