Helping Americans Find Food, Housing, and Healthcare Support

✅ Who Can Get SNAP in Illinois?

You may qualify if you:

Live in Illinois
Are a U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant
Have a Social Security Number (or applied for one)
Meet income and resource limits
Meet work or training requirements (some adults under 50)

📊 Monthly Income Limits – SNAP in Illinois (2025)

These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes):

Household Size – Max Monthly Income

• 1 person – $1,580
• 2 people – $2,137
• 3 people – $2,694
• 4 people – $3,250
• 5 people – $3,807
• 6 people – $4,364
• Each additional person – add $557

✅ Households with elderly or disabled members may qualify with slightly higher income.

📝 How to Apply for SNAP in Illinois

You can apply online, by phone, or in person.

🌐 Apply Online:
👉 https://abe.illinois.gov

📞 Apply by Phone:
Call the IDHS Help Line at 1-800-843-6154

🏢 Apply In Person:
Visit your local Family Community Resource Center (FCRC)
👉 Find your local office here

✅ Who Can Get Medicaid?

You may qualify if you:

Live in Illinois
Are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
Have a Social Security Number (or applied for one)
Meet income and category requirements

📊 Monthly Income Limits – Medicaid in Illinois (2025)

These are general income limits for adults under Medicaid expansion (may vary by category):

Household Size – Max Monthly Income

• 1 person – $1,677
• 2 people – $2,268
• 3 people – $2,859
• 4 people – $3,450
• 5 people – $4,041
• 6 people – $4,632

✅ Children, pregnant women, and seniors may qualify with higher income limits.

📝 How to Apply for Medicaid in Illinois

Apply online, by phone, or in person:

🌐 Apply Online:
👉 https://abe.illinois.gov

📞 Apply by Phone:
Call the IDHS Help Line at 1-800-843-6154

🏢 Apply In Person:
Visit your local Family Community Resource Center (FCRC)
👉 https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?module=12

✅ Who Can Qualify?

You may be eligible if you:

Live in Illinois or plan to move there
Are a U.S. citizen or eligible immigrant
Meet income limits based on area and family size
Pass background and rental history checks

✔️ Priority is often given to elderly, disabled individuals, and families with children.

📊 Sample Income Limits – Section 8 in Illinois (2025)

Estimated annual income limits (50% AMI – varies by county):

Household Size – Max Annual Income

• 1 person – ~$33,000
• 2 people – ~$37,700
• 3 people – ~$42,400
• 4 people – ~$47,100
• 5 people – ~$50,900
• 6 people – ~$54,700

✅ Exact limits depend on your county. Always check with your local PHA.

📝 How to Apply for Section 8 in Illinois

Section 8 applications are handled by local housing authorities. Waitlists may open and close.

🔎 Find your local PHA here:
👉 https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/public_indian_housing/pha/contacts/il

📞 You can also call HUD at:
1-800-955-2232 for help.

✅ Who Can Get TANF in Illinois?

You may qualify if you:

Live in Illinois
Are pregnant or have a child under 18
Are a U.S. citizen or qualified non-citizen
Have limited income and resources
Participate in a work or training program (unless exempt)

📊 Estimated Monthly TANF Cash Benefits (2025)

Household Size – Approx. Monthly Benefit

• 1 person – ~$270
• 2 people – ~$350
• 3 people – ~$432
• 4 people – ~$520
• 5 people – ~$610

✅ Actual payments depend on income, housing situation, and family makeup.

📝 How to Apply for TANF in Illinois

Apply online, by phone, or in person:

🌐 Apply Online:
👉 https://abe.illinois.gov

📞 Apply by Phone:
Call 1-800-843-6154 (IDHS Help Line)

🏢 Apply In Person:
Visit your local Family Community Resource Center (FCRC):
👉 Find Office Here