🥫 SNAP / Food Stamps in West Virginia
SNAP provides monthly EBT food benefits to eligible low-income households in West Virginia. 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 West Virginia
West Virginia has expanded Medicaid. Adults with income up to 133% FPL (~$3,658/mo for a family of 4) may qualify for free or low-cost coverage through West Virginia Medicaid.
133% FPL
$3,658/mo (family of 4)
300%+ FPL
varies by age
West Virginia Medicaid
🏥 ACA Health Insurance in West Virginia
If you don't qualify for Medicaid in West Virginia, 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 West Virginia
The 2026 federal poverty level for West Virginia 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 West Virginia
211.org — Find local assistance in West Virginia →
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 →