Helping Americans Find Food, Housing, and Healthcare Support

✅ Who Can Qualify?

You may qualify if you:

Live in Washington
Are a U.S. citizen or legal immigrant
Meet gross and net income limits
Are working, unemployed, or disabled
Have limited resources (under $2,750 or $4,250 if elderly/disabled)

📌 You may still qualify even if you own a home or a vehicle.

📊 Monthly Income Limits – SNAP in Washington (2025)

These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes):

Household Size – Max Gross 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 – + $557

✅ Households with seniors or people with disabilities may qualify at higher net incomes.

📝 How to Apply for SNAP in Washington

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

🌐 Apply Online:

Apply through Washington Connection:
🔗 www.washingtonconnection.org

☎️ Apply by Phone:

Call the DSHS Customer Service Center:
📞 1-877-501-2233

🏢 Apply In Person:

Visit your local Community Services Office (CSO)
📌 Find a CSO near you

Bring:

ID and Social Security numbers
Proof of income and expenses
Rent, utilities, and child care bills

📌 Emergency SNAP may be available in as little as 7 days if your income is very low.

✅ Who Can Qualify?

You may qualify for Apple Health if you:

Live in Washington
Are a U.S. citizen or legal resident
Meet income guidelines
Are:
- A child under 19
- A pregnant woman
- A parent or caretaker
- An adult age 19–64
- A person with disabilities or 65+

✅ Washington expanded Medicaid, so many low-income adults now qualify.

📊 Monthly Income Limits – Apple Health (2025)

These are estimated maximum monthly incomes to qualify (gross income):

Household Size – Max Monthly Income:
• 1 person – $1,732
• 2 people – $2,351
• 3 people – $2,970
• 4 people – $3,588
• 5 people – $4,207
• Each additional person – + $619

✅ Pregnant women and children may qualify with higher incomes.
✅ People with disabilities may have different eligibility and asset rules.

📝 How to Apply for Apple Health in Washington

You can apply online, by phone, or with help from a navigator.

🌐 Apply Online:

Go to the Washington Healthplanfinder:
🔗 www.wahealthplanfinder.org

☎️ Apply by Phone:

Call the Customer Support Center:
📞 1-855-923-4633

🤝 Need Help Applying?

Get in-person help from an enrollment navigator or community partner:
🔗 Find help near you

Bring:

Proof of income
Social Security numbers
Immigration documentation (if applicable)
Current bills or rent receipts (optional)

✅ Who Can Qualify?

You may qualify for Section 8 in Washington if you:

Live in Washington
Are a U.S. citizen or eligible immigrant
Meet income limits for your area
Pass background and rental checks

📌 Priority is often given to:

Families with children
Seniors (62+)
People with disabilities
Domestic violence survivors
Veterans or homeless individuals

📊 Section 8 Income Limits – Washington (2025)

Actual limits vary by county. These are sample max incomes (50% of Area Median Income):

Household Size – Max Annual Income:
• 1 person – ~$36,000
• 2 people – ~$41,000
• 3 people – ~$46,000
• 4 people – ~$51,000
• 5 people – ~$55,000
• 6 people – ~$59,000

✅ Seattle and King County may have higher limits.
🔗 Check exact limits by ZIP code

📝 How to Apply for Section 8 in Washington

There is no statewide application. You must apply through your local Public Housing Authority (PHA).

🌐 Apply Online:

Use:
🔗 www.affordablehousing.com
(Check for open waitlists in your area)

🏢 Find Your Local PHA:

Use HUD’s WA directory:
🔗 HUD PHA Contact List – WA

Bring:

Photo ID
Social Security numbers
Proof of income and expenses
Rental history (if available)

📌 Waitlists open and close regularly — check often for updates.

✅ Who Can Qualify?

You may qualify for TANF/WorkFirst if you:

Live in Washington
Are pregnant or have at least one child under age 18
Are a U.S. citizen or legal immigrant
Meet income and resource limits
Participate in required work or job training programs (unless exempt)

📌 Relative caregivers may also be eligible for child-only TANF.

📊 Monthly Income Limits – WorkFirst TANF (2025)

These are estimated gross monthly income limits:

Household Size – Max Monthly Income:
• 2 people – ~$573
• 3 people – ~$716
• 4 people – ~$889
• 5 people – ~$1,042
• 6 people – ~$1,195
(Actual limits may vary slightly based on family situation)

✅ Resource limit: $6,000 (cash, savings, etc.)

📝 How to Apply for TANF in Washington

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

🌐 Apply Online:

Use the Washington Connection portal:
🔗 www.washingtonconnection.org

☎️ Apply by Phone:

Call the DSHS Customer Service:
📞 1-877-501-2233

🏢 Apply In Person:

Visit your local Community Services Office (CSO)
📌 Find a CSO near you

Bring:

ID and proof of Washington residency
Social Security numbers
Proof of income and expenses
Documentation for children (birth certificates, school records)

📌 Most applicants will be enrolled in WorkFirst job-related activities as a condition for ongoing support.