Delaware CHIP Income Limits by Household Size 2026
How much can a family of 4 earn and still qualify?
Medicaid limit
$3,658/mo
133% FPL
Delaware Healthy Children limit
$5,830/mo
212% FPL
Delaware covers children through Medicaid at income levels up to 212% FPL — there is no separate CHIP program. The application and coverage are the same.
| Household size | Medicaid limit (133% FPL) | Delaware Healthy Children limit (212% FPL) | Annual CHIP limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $1,769/mo | $2,820/mo | $33,840/yr |
| 2 people | $2,398/mo | $3,823/mo | $45,876/yr |
| 3 people | $3,028/mo | $4,827/mo | $57,924/yr |
| 4 people | $3,658/mo | $5,830/mo | $69,960/yr |
| 5 people | $4,287/mo | $6,833/mo | $81,996/yr |
| 6 people | $4,917/mo | $7,837/mo | $94,044/yr |
| 7 people | $5,546/mo | $8,840/mo | $106,080/yr |
| 8 people | $6,176/mo | $9,844/mo | $118,128/yr |
| Each additional person | +$630/mo | +$1,003/mo | +$12,042/yr |
Last updated: January 2026. Income limits based on 2026 HHS poverty guidelines for 48 contiguous states. MAGI-based income counting. Always verify with Delaware's Medicaid agency.
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How to Apply for Delaware Healthy Children in Delaware
Option 1
Apply at Healthcare.gov
Healthcare.gov lets you apply for Medicaid and CHIP together in one application.
Option 2
Apply through Delaware
Contact Delaware's Medicaid agency directly or visit InsureKidsNow.gov for your state's application portal.
No open enrollment: You can apply for Delaware Healthy Children any time of year. Apply as soon as your child loses other coverage or your income changes.