Helping Americans Find Food, Housing, and Healthcare Support

✅ Who Can Get SNAP in Tennessee?

You may qualify if you:

Live in Tennessee
Are a U.S. citizen or legal immigrant
Have a Social Security Number (or have applied)
Meet income and asset limits
Meet work requirements (for some adults ages 18–49)

📊 Monthly Income Limits – SNAP in Tennessee (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

✅ Elderly or disabled households may qualify with higher income (net test).

📝 How to Apply for SNAP in Tennessee

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

🌐 Apply Online:
👉 https://onedhs.tn.gov

📞 Apply by Phone:
Call 1-866-311-4287

🏢 Apply In Person:
Visit a Tennessee DHS office near you:
👉 Find local office

✅ Who Can Get TennCare?

You may qualify if you:

Live in Tennessee
Are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
Meet income and category requirements
Are pregnant, a child under 19, a parent, elderly, or disabled

📊 Monthly Income Limits – TennCare (2024–2025)

General limits for adults under Medicaid expansion:

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 and pregnant women may qualify at higher income levels.

📝 How to Apply for TennCare

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

🌐 Apply Online:
👉 https://tenncareconnect.tn.gov

📞 Apply by Phone:
Call 1-855-259-0701 (TennCare Connect)

📍 Apply In Person or Get Help:
Find an assister or local DHS office:
👉 https://www.tn.gov/tenncare

✅ Who Can Get Section 8 in Tennessee?

You may qualify if you:

Live in Tennessee (or plan to move there)
Are a U.S. citizen or qualified immigrant
Meet income limits based on your area and household size
Pass background and rental history checks

✔️ Priority is often given to seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children.

📊 Sample Income Limits – Section 8 (Tennessee, 2024–2025)

These are estimated annual income limits (50% AMI – varies by county):

Household Size – Max Annual Income

• 1 person – ~$31,000
• 2 people – ~$35,400
• 3 people – ~$39,800
• 4 people – ~$44,200
• 5 people – ~$47,800
• 6 people – ~$51,400

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

📝 How to Apply for Section 8 in Tennessee

Section 8 is administered by local housing authorities. Some waitlists may be closed.

🔎 Find your local PHA here:
👉 https://www.hud.gov/states/tennessee

📞 Or call HUD at: 1-800-955-2232 for help.

✅ Who Can Get Families First?

You may qualify if you:

Live in Tennessee
Have a child under 18 (or are pregnant)
Are a U.S. citizen or legal immigrant
Meet income and resource limits
Participate in work/training programs (unless exempt)

📊 Estimated Cash Assistance – Families First (2025)

Household Size – Approx. Monthly Benefit

• 1 person – ~$142
• 2 people – ~$226
• 3 people – ~$277
• 4 people – ~$325
• 5 people – ~$386

✅ Actual payment depends on your income, housing status, and family size.

📝 How to Apply for Families First

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

🌐 Apply Online:
👉 https://onedhs.tn.gov

📞 Apply by Phone:
Call 1-866-311-4287

🏢 Apply In Person:
Visit your local DHS office:
👉 Find a location