Alabama Benefits Screener

Alabama has benefits most families don't know they qualify for

A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for Food Assistance (SNAP), Alabama Medicaid, tax credits, and 20+ other Alabama programs. No SSN required. No account needed.

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FreePrivate3 minutes
94%

of families who screened qualified for at least one program

$11,928

max annual Food Assistance (SNAP) benefit for a family of 4 in Alabama

20+

federal and state programs checked in one screening

What Alabama 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 (SNAP)

Up to $994/mo

Food assistance for families earning under $3,380/mo (family of 4)

Alabama Medicaid

Worth $6,000–$14,000/yr

Free healthcare for children in families earning under $43,992/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.

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 Alabama results

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

Apply through official portals

We link you directly to Alabama's official application sites.

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

Alabama programs at a glance

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

Alabama Medicaid (Medicaid)

Alabama has not expanded Medicaid for all adults. Coverage is available for children, pregnant women, and people with disabilities.

Children: families earning under $43,992/yr (family of 4)

Pregnant: earning under $21,235/yr

Food Assistance (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)

Higher income limits available through Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility

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)

Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program

Subsidized childcare for working families

Income limit: 85% of State Median Income ($92,983/yr for a family of 4)

Family Assistance (FA) 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

SSI / SSDI

Alabama does not provide a state supplement

Don't leave money on the table

Most Alabama 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 Alabama?

Alabama residents may qualify for programs including Alabama Medicaid (Medicaid), Food Assistance (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 Alabama Medicaid in Alabama?

You can apply for Alabama Medicaid online at https://insurealabama.adph.state.al.us/ or by calling 1-800-362-1504. Alabama has not expanded Medicaid. Children may qualify up to 141% FPL and pregnant individuals up to 141% FPL.

How do I apply for Food Assistance (SNAP) (food stamps) in Alabama?

Apply for Food Assistance (SNAP) online at https://dhr.alabama.gov/food-assistance/ or call 1-334-242-1700. Alabama 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.