Maryland has benefits most families don't know they qualify for
A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for Food Supplement Program, Maryland Medical Assistance, tax credits, and 20+ other Maryland programs. No SSN required. No account needed.
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What Maryland 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 Supplement Program
Up to $1,023/mo
Food assistance for families earning under $5,500/mo (family of 4)
Maryland Medical Assistance
Worth $6,000–$14,000/yr
Free healthcare for adults earning under $45,540/yr (family of 4)
Utility Bill Relief
Up to $1,500/yr
OHEP (Office of Home Energy Programs) helps with heating and cooling costs for qualifying households
Maryland Health Connection
$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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Get a personalized list of programs you likely qualify for, with estimated dollar amounts.
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Mixed-status households welcome. We check eligibility for each member separately.
Maryland programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to Maryland residents.
Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
Maryland has expanded Medicaid
Adults earning under $22,025/yr (individual) may qualify
Children: families earning under $106,260/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $42,134/yr
Food Supplement Program (SNAP)
Family of 4 earning under $66,000/yr (gross) may qualify
Individual earning under $31,920/yr may qualify
Max benefit: $1,023/mo (family of 4)
Higher income limits available through Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility
OHEP (Office of Home Energy Programs) (Energy Assistance)
Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs
Income limit: 200% of FPL ($66,000/yr for a family of 4)
Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS)
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 0% of State Median Income ($90,036/yr for a family of 4)
Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) (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
Maryland Health Connection
State-based marketplace
Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage
Phone: 1-855-642-8572
SSI / SSDI
Maryland does not add a state supplement for a senior living in their own home
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Maryland?
Maryland residents may qualify for programs including Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid), Food Supplement Program (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 Maryland Medical Assistance in Maryland?
You can apply for Maryland Medical Assistance online at https://www.marylandhealthconnection.gov or by calling 1-855-642-8572. Maryland has expanded Medicaid, so adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level may qualify.
How do I apply for Food Supplement Program (food stamps) in Maryland?
Apply for Food Supplement Program online at https://benefits.maryland.gov or call 1-800-332-6347. Maryland uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility, so the gross income limit is 200% of the federal poverty level. A household that qualifies this way does not have to pass the separate net income test, though its benefit is still figured from net income.