New Jersey Benefits Screener

New Jersey has benefits most families don't know they qualify for

A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for NJ SNAP, NJ FamilyCare, tax credits, and 20+ other New Jersey programs. No SSN required. No account needed.

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94%

of families who screened qualified for at least one program

$11,928

max annual NJ SNAP benefit for a family of 4 in New Jersey

20+

federal and state programs checked in one screening

What New Jersey residents could qualify for

These are real programs with real dollar amounts. Your results depend on your household, but here's what's available.

NJ SNAP

Up to $994/mo

Food assistance for families earning under $4,810/mo (family of 4)

NJ FamilyCare

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 / Universal Service Fund helps with heating and cooling costs for qualifying households

Get Covered New Jersey

$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

Three steps. Three minutes. No strings attached.

Answer a few questions

Basic info about your household and income. No SSN, no documents, no account needed.

See your New Jersey results

Get a personalized list of programs you likely qualify for, with estimated dollar amounts.

Apply through official portals

We link you directly to New Jersey's official application sites.

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Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.

New Jersey programs at a glance

Income limits and details for the major programs available to New Jersey residents.

NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid)

New Jersey has expanded Medicaid

Adults earning under $20,783/yr (individual) may qualify

Children: families earning under $110,760/yr (family of 4)

Pregnant: earning under $30,120/yr

NJ SNAP (SNAP)

Family of 4 earning under $57,720/yr (gross) may qualify

Individual earning under $27,861/yr may qualify

Max benefit: $994/mo (family of 4)

Higher income limits available through Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility

LIHEAP / Universal Service Fund (Energy Assistance)

Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs

Income limit: 60% of State Median Income ($80,140/yr for a family of 4)

Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)

Subsidized childcare for working families

Income limit: 250% of FPL ($78,000/yr for a family of 4)

Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) (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

Get Covered New Jersey

State-based marketplace

Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage

Phone: 833-677-4265

SSI / SSDI

New Jersey provides a state supplement

State supplement: $31.25/mo

Don't leave money on the table

Most New Jersey families qualify for at least one program. The screening is free, private, and takes 3 minutes.

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Free for all 50 states. No account required.

Frequently asked questions

What government benefits am I eligible for in New Jersey?

New Jersey residents may qualify for programs including NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid), NJ 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 NJ FamilyCare in New Jersey?

You can apply for NJ FamilyCare online at https://njfamilycare.dhs.state.nj.us/apply.aspx or by calling 1-800-701-0710. New Jersey has expanded Medicaid, so adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level may qualify.

How do I apply for NJ SNAP (food stamps) in New Jersey?

Apply for NJ SNAP online at https://www.mynjhelps.gov/ or call 1-800-701-0710. New Jersey uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility, so the gross income limit is 185% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.