Louisiana has benefits most families don't know they qualify for
A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for SNAP, Healthy Louisiana, tax credits, and 20+ other Louisiana programs. No SSN required. No account needed.
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What Louisiana residents could qualify for
These are real programs with real dollar amounts. Your results depend on your household, but here's what's available.
SNAP
Up to $994/mo
Food assistance for families earning under $3,380/mo (family of 4)
Healthy Louisiana
Worth $6,000–$14,000/yr
Free healthcare for adults earning under $43,056/yr (family of 4)
Utility Bill Relief
Up to $1,500/yr
LIHEAP 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.
How it works
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See your Louisiana results
Get a personalized list of programs you likely qualify for, with estimated dollar amounts.
Apply through official portals
We link you directly to Louisiana's official application sites.
Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.
Louisiana programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to Louisiana residents.
Healthy Louisiana (Medicaid)
Louisiana has expanded Medicaid
Adults earning under $20,783/yr (individual) may qualify
Children: families earning under $66,144/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $31,927/yr
SNAP (SNAP)
Family of 4 earning under $40,560/yr (gross) may qualify
Individual earning under $19,578/yr may qualify
Max benefit: $994/mo (family of 4)
LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)
Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs
Income limit: 150% of FPL ($46,800/yr for a family of 4)
Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 85% of State Median Income ($49,174/yr for a family of 4)
FITAP (Cash Assistance)
Cash assistance for families with children
Lifetime limit: 60 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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Louisiana Benefits Guides
In-depth articles about programs in Louisiana
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Louisiana CAFE Portal 2026: Medicaid + SNAP Application Guide
Step-by-step guide to Louisiana's CAFE portal for SNAP and FITAP plus the separate Medicaid Self-Service Portal in 2026. Income limits and documents.
May 17, 2026
Louisiana ACA Calculator: Estimate Your 2026 Health Insurance Subsidies
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May 13, 2026
Louisiana Medicaid Income Limits 2026
Louisiana Medicaid income limits for 2026 by household size and category. See FPL percentages, eligibility tables, and how to apply for Healthy Louisiana coverage.
May 6, 2026
Louisiana SNAP Eligibility 2026
Louisiana SNAP eligibility 2026: income limits, household size rules, benefit amounts, and step-by-step instructions to apply through Louisiana DCFS.
April 28, 2026
Louisiana SNAP 2026: Income Limits and CAFE Portal Application
Step-by-step guide to applying for SNAP food assistance in Louisiana. Learn income limits, required documents, and how to apply online through the CAFE portal.
April 6, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Louisiana?
Louisiana residents may qualify for programs including Healthy Louisiana (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 Healthy Louisiana in Louisiana?
You can apply for Healthy Louisiana online at https://myplan.healthy.la.gov/ or by calling 1-888-342-6207. Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
Apply for SNAP online at https://www.dcfs.louisiana.gov/page/snap-how-to-apply or call 1-888-524-3578. The gross income limit in Louisiana is 130% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.