Benefits Eligibility Guide
Alaska Government Benefits
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Here are the major programs available to Alaska residents. (Note: Alaska uses an adjusted federal poverty level — 125% of the continental US level.)
Alaska Medicaid (Medicaid)
Medicaid expansion state
Adults: up to 138% FPL
Children: up to 208% FPL
Pregnant: up to 230% FPL
SNAP (Alaska Quest Card) (Food Assistance)
Gross income limit: 200% FPL
Net income limit: 100% FPL
Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility (BBCE)
LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)
Income limit: 150% FPL
Helps with heating and cooling costs
Child Care Assistance (Childcare)
Income limit: 85% SMI
Subsidized childcare for working families
Alaska Temporary Assistance Program (ATAP) (Cash Assistance)
Lifetime limit: 60 months
Cash assistance for families with children
WIC (Nutrition)
Income limit: 185% FPL
For pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum individuals and children under 5
Healthcare.gov (ACA)
Marketplace Type: Federal Exchange (HealthCare.gov)
Phone: 1-800-318-2596
SSI / SSDI
State provides supplemental SSI payment
State Supplement: $48/month
Phone:
Plus: ACA Health Insurance Subsidies, EITC, Child Tax Credit, SSI, SSDI, Pell Grants, VA Benefits, School Meals, Head Start, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Alaska?
Alaska residents may qualify for programs including Alaska Medicaid (Medicaid), SNAP (Alaska Quest Card) (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 Alaska Medicaid in Alaska?
You can apply for Alaska Medicaid online at https://alaskaconnect.ilinx.com/engage/dpa or by calling 1-800-478-7778. Alaska has expanded Medicaid, so adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level may qualify.
How do I apply for SNAP (Alaska Quest Card) (food stamps) in Alaska?
Apply for SNAP (Alaska Quest Card) online at https://alaskaconnect.ilinx.com/engage/dpa or call 1-800-478-7778. Alaska uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility, so the gross income limit is 200% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.