🥫 SNAP / Food Stamps in North Carolina
SNAP provides monthly EBT food benefits to eligible low-income households in North Carolina. 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 North Carolina
North Carolina 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 NC Medicaid.
138% FPL
$3,795/mo (family of 4)
215%+ FPL
varies by age
NC Medicaid
🏥 ACA Health Insurance in North Carolina
If you don't qualify for Medicaid in North Carolina, 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 North Carolina
The 2026 federal poverty level for North Carolina 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 North Carolina
211.org — Find local assistance in North Carolina →
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 →