What are the Lifeline income limits?
| Household size | Max yearly income | Max monthly income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,128 | $1,761 |
| 2 | $28,553 | $2,379 |
| 3 | $35,978 | $2,998 |
| 4 | $43,403 | $3,617 |
| 5 | $50,828 | $4,236 |
| 6 | $58,253 | $4,854 |
| 7 | $65,678 | $5,473 |
| 8 | $73,103 | $6,092 |
| Each additional person | +$7,425 | +$619 |
What counts as household income?
Gross income (before taxes) from all household members, including wages, self-employment, Social Security, SSDI, unemployment, child support, alimony and pensions.
What proof of income is accepted?
- Prior year's state, federal or Tribal tax return
- Current income statement from an employer or 3 consecutive months of pay stubs
- Social Security, Veterans Administration, retirement, pension, unemployment or workers' compensation statement
- Federal or Tribal notice letter of participation in General Assistance
- Divorce decree or child support award
How do I apply?
Start your application online in about 10 minutes or call 1-800-633-7797. Choose your free device — like a free iPhone or 5G phone — and we'll guide you through verification.
| 1 person | $21.1k |
|---|---|
| 2 people | $28.6k |
| 3 people | $36k |
| 4 people | $43.4k |
| 5 people | $50.8k |
| 6 people | $58.3k |
| 7 people | $65.7k |
| 8 people | $73.1k |
Add $7,425 for each additional person. Limits are higher in Alaska and Hawaii and are updated every year — confirm current figures with USAC.
