Pennsylvania has benefits most families don't know they qualify for
A free, 3-minute screening checks your eligibility for SNAP, Medical Assistance (MA), tax credits, and 20+ other Pennsylvania programs. No SSN required. No account needed.
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What Pennsylvania 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 $1,023/mo
Food assistance for families earning under $5,500/mo (family of 4)
Medical Assistance (MA)
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
LIHEAP helps with heating and cooling costs for qualifying households
Pennie
$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.
Pennsylvania programs at a glance
Income limits and details for the major programs available to Pennsylvania residents.
Medical Assistance (MA) (Medicaid)
Pennsylvania has expanded Medicaid
Adults earning under $22,025/yr (individual) may qualify
Children: families earning under $105,270/yr (family of 4)
Pregnant: earning under $35,112/yr
SNAP (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
LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)
Up to $1,500/yr for heating and cooling costs
Income limit: 150% of FPL ($49,500/yr for a family of 4)
Child Care Works (CCW)
Subsidized childcare for working families
Income limit: 0% of State Median Income ($62,400/yr for a family of 4)
TANF Cash Assistance (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
Pennie
State-based marketplace
Premium tax credits can save $400-$800+/mo on coverage
Phone: 1-844-844-8040
SSI / SSDI
Pennsylvania adds a state supplement for people 65 or older living in their own home
State supplement: $22.10/mo on top of federal SSI
Don't leave money on the table
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Pennsylvania Benefits Guides
In-depth articles about programs in Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania WIC Application 2026: Income Limits and How to Apply
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Pennsylvania SSI Income Limits 2026
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July 21, 2026
Pennsylvania SSI Eligibility 2026: Income Limits and Payments
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July 11, 2026
SSI Pennsylvania 2026: State Supplement and How to Apply
Pennsylvania SSI payments, state supplement amounts by living arrangement, eligibility requirements, and step-by-step application guide for 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What government benefits am I eligible for in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania residents may qualify for programs including Medical Assistance (MA) (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 Medical Assistance (MA) in Pennsylvania?
You can apply for Medical Assistance (MA) online at https://www.compass.dhs.pa.gov or by calling 1-866-550-4355. Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Apply for SNAP online at https://www.compass.dhs.pa.gov or call 1-877-395-8930. Pennsylvania 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.