New Hampshire CHIP Income Limits by Household Size 2026
How much can a family of 4 earn and still qualify?
Medicaid limit
$5,390/mo
196% FPL
NH Medicaid limit
$8,745/mo
318% FPL
New Hampshire covers children through Medicaid at income levels up to 318% FPL — there is no separate CHIP program. The application and coverage are the same.
| Household size | Medicaid limit (196% FPL) | NH Medicaid limit (318% FPL) | Annual CHIP limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $2,607/mo | $4,229/mo | $50,748/yr |
| 2 people | $3,535/mo | $5,735/mo | $68,820/yr |
| 3 people | $4,462/mo | $7,240/mo | $86,880/yr |
| 4 people | $5,390/mo | $8,745/mo | $104,940/yr |
| 5 people | $6,318/mo | $10,250/mo | $123,000/yr |
| 6 people | $7,245/mo | $11,755/mo | $141,060/yr |
| 7 people | $8,173/mo | $13,261/mo | $159,132/yr |
| 8 people | $9,101/mo | $14,766/mo | $177,192/yr |
| Each additional person | +$928/mo | +$1,505/mo | +$18,062/yr |
Last updated: January 2026. Income limits based on 2026 HHS poverty guidelines for 48 contiguous states. MAGI-based income counting. Always verify with New Hampshire's Medicaid agency.
Quick New Hampshire CHIP Eligibility Check
How to Apply for NH Medicaid in New Hampshire
Option 1
Apply at Healthcare.gov
Healthcare.gov lets you apply for Medicaid and CHIP together in one application.
Option 2
Apply through New Hampshire
Contact New Hampshire's Medicaid agency directly or visit InsureKidsNow.gov for your state's application portal.
No open enrollment: You can apply for NH Medicaid any time of year. Apply as soon as your child loses other coverage or your income changes.