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What South Carolina 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 $3,575/mo (family of 4)
Healthy Connections Medicaid
Worth $6,000–$14,000/yr
Free healthcare for children in families earning under $68,640/yr
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.
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Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.
South Carolina programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to South Carolina residents.
Healthy Connections Medicaid (Medicaid)
South Carolina has not expanded Medicaid for all adults. Coverage is available for children, pregnant women, and people with disabilities.
Children: families earning under $68,640/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $30,962/yr
SNAP (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)
Higher income limits available through Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility
LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)
Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs
Income limit: 60% of State Median Income ($63,882/yr for a family of 4)
SC Working Families Child Care Scholarship
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 0% of State Median Income ($83,448/yr for a family of 4)
Family Independence (FI) Program (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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South Carolina Benefits Guides
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in South Carolina?
South Carolina residents may qualify for programs including Healthy Connections Medicaid (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 Connections Medicaid in South Carolina?
You can apply for Healthy Connections Medicaid online at https://apply.scdhhs.gov/ or by calling 1-888-549-0820. South Carolina has not expanded Medicaid. Children may qualify up to 208% FPL and pregnant individuals up to 194% FPL.
How do I apply for SNAP (food stamps) in South Carolina?
Apply for SNAP online at https://benefitsportal.dss.sc.gov/ or call 1-888-549-0820. South Carolina uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility, so the gross income limit is 130% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.