🥫 SNAP / Food Stamps in District of Columbia
SNAP provides monthly EBT food benefits to eligible low-income households in District of Columbia. Eligibility is based on household size, income, and assets.
$3,575/mo
130% FPL — family of 4
$975/mo
2026 allotment
$292/mo
2026 allotment
🩺 Medicaid in District of Columbia
District of Columbia has expanded Medicaid. Adults with income up to 215% FPL (~$5,913/mo for a family of 4) may qualify for free or low-cost coverage through DC Medicaid.
215% FPL
$5,913/mo (family of 4)
324%+ FPL
varies by age
DC Medicaid
🏥 ACA Health Insurance in District of Columbia
If you don't qualify for Medicaid in District of Columbia, you may be eligible for subsidized health insurance through the ACA marketplace. 2026 subsidies are available for households earning between 100%–400% FPL.
📊 Federal Poverty Level in District of Columbia
The 2026 federal poverty level for District of Columbia is used to determine eligibility for SNAP, Medicaid, ACA subsidies, and dozens of other programs.
| Household size | 100% FPL/yr | 100% FPL/mo | 130% FPL/mo SNAP limit |
138% FPL/mo Medicaid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 | $1,330/mo | $1,729/mo | $1,835/mo |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $1,803/mo | $2,344/mo | $2,489/mo |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $2,277/mo | $2,960/mo | $3,142/mo |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $2,750/mo | $3,575/mo | $3,795/mo |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $3,223/mo | $4,190/mo | $4,448/mo |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $3,697/mo | $4,806/mo | $5,101/mo |
🫶 Other Assistance Resources in District of Columbia
211.org — Find local assistance in District of Columbia →
Benefits.gov — Find all federal programs you may qualify for →
Lifeline Program — Discounted phone & internet →
WIC — Nutrition support for women & children under 5 →
LIHEAP — Home Energy Assistance guide & eligibility →
Childcare Assistance — CCDF →
Lower your prescription medication costs →
All assistance programs & resources →