Alaska CHIP Income Limits by Household Size 2026
How much can a family of 4 earn and still qualify?
Medicaid limit
$6,978/mo
203% FPL
Denali KidCare limit
$6,978/mo
203% FPL
Alaska covers children through Medicaid at income levels up to 203% FPL — there is no separate CHIP program. The application and coverage are the same.
| Household size | Medicaid limit (203% FPL) | Denali KidCare limit (203% FPL) | Annual CHIP limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $3,375/mo | $3,375/mo | $40,500/yr |
| 2 people | $4,576/mo | $4,576/mo | $54,912/yr |
| 3 people | $5,777/mo | $5,777/mo | $69,324/yr |
| 4 people | $6,978/mo | $6,978/mo | $83,736/yr |
| 5 people | $8,179/mo | $8,179/mo | $98,148/yr |
| 6 people | $9,380/mo | $9,380/mo | $112,560/yr |
| 7 people | $10,581/mo | $10,581/mo | $126,972/yr |
| 8 people | $11,782/mo | $11,782/mo | $141,384/yr |
| Each additional person | +$1,201/mo | +$1,201/mo | +$14,413/yr |
Last updated: January 2026. Income limits based on 2026 HHS poverty guidelines for Alaska. MAGI-based income counting. Always verify with Alaska's Medicaid agency.
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How to Apply for Denali KidCare in Alaska
Option 1
Apply at Healthcare.gov
Healthcare.gov lets you apply for Medicaid and CHIP together in one application.
Option 2
Apply through Alaska
Contact Alaska's Medicaid agency directly or visit InsureKidsNow.gov for your state's application portal.
No open enrollment: You can apply for Denali KidCare any time of year. Apply as soon as your child loses other coverage or your income changes.