Benefits Eligibility Guide
New Mexico Government Benefits
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Here are the major programs available to New Mexico residents.
Centennial Care (Medicaid)
Medicaid expansion state
Adults: up to 138% FPL
Children: up to 305% FPL
Pregnant: up to 255% FPL
SNAP (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
Universal Child Care (Childcare)
Income limit: 0% SMI
Subsidized childcare for working families
NMWorks (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
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 New Mexico?
New Mexico residents may qualify for programs including Centennial Care (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 Centennial Care in New Mexico?
You can apply for Centennial Care online at https://yes.state.nm.us/ or by calling 1-800-283-4465. New Mexico 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 New Mexico?
Apply for SNAP online at https://yes.state.nm.us/ or call 1-800-283-4465. New Mexico 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.