Missouri Benefits Screener

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

A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for SNAP, MO HealthNet, tax credits, and 20+ other Missouri programs. No SSN required. No account needed.

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94%

of families who screened qualified for at least one program

$11,928

max annual SNAP benefit for a family of 4 in Missouri

20+

federal and state programs checked in one screening

What Missouri 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 $3,380/mo (family of 4)

MO HealthNet

Worth $6,000–$14,000/yr

Free healthcare for adults earning under $43,056/yr (family of 4)

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 Missouri results

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

Apply through official portals

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

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

Missouri programs at a glance

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

MO HealthNet (Medicaid)

Missouri has expanded Medicaid

Adults earning under $20,783/yr (individual) may qualify

Children: families earning under $93,600/yr (family of 4)

Pregnant: earning under $29,518/yr

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)

LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)

Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs

Income limit: 60% of State Median Income ($65,532/yr for a family of 4)

Missouri Child Care Subsidy

Subsidized childcare for working families

Income limit: 150% of FPL ($46,800/yr for a family of 4)

Temporary Assistance (TA) (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

Missouri does not provide a state supplement

Don't leave money on the table

Most Missouri families qualify for at least one program. The screening is free, private, and takes 3 minutes.

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Missouri Benefits Guides

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Frequently asked questions

What government benefits am I eligible for in Missouri?

Missouri residents may qualify for programs including MO HealthNet (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 MO HealthNet in Missouri?

You can apply for MO HealthNet online at https://mydss.mo.gov/ or by calling 1-855-373-4636. Missouri 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 Missouri?

Apply for SNAP online at https://mydss.mo.gov/ or call 1-855-373-4636. The gross income limit in Missouri is 130% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.