🥫 SNAP / Food Stamps in Iowa
SNAP provides monthly EBT food benefits to eligible low-income households in Iowa. 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 Iowa
Iowa has expanded Medicaid. Adults with income up to 138% FPL (~$3,795/mo for a family of 4) may qualify for free or low-cost coverage through Iowa Health and Wellness Plan.
138% FPL
$3,795/mo (family of 4)
307%+ FPL
varies by age
Iowa Health and Wellness Plan
🏥 ACA Health Insurance in Iowa
If you don't qualify for Medicaid in Iowa, 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 Iowa
The 2026 federal poverty level for Iowa 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 Iowa
211.org — Find local assistance in Iowa →
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 →