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Income-Based Qualification

A household may qualify for Lifeline if the household income is 135% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. The income limits vary based on household size and state of residence.

2025 Federal Poverty Guidelines

Household Size	48 Contiguous States & DC	Alaska	Hawaii
1	$20,124	$25,140	$23,151
2	$27,214	$33,980	$31,301
3	$34,304	$42,820	$39,451
4	$41,394	$51,660	$47,601
5	$48,484	$60,500	$55,751
6	$55,574	$69,340	$63,901
7	$62,664	$78,180	$72,051
8	$69,754	$87,020	$80,201
For each additional person	+$7,090	+$8,840	+$8,150

Note: Proof of income such as tax returns or recent pay stubs may be required during the application process.

Program-Based Qualification

Lifeline eligibility can be met if you or someone in your household participates in qualifying assistance programs.

Federal Programs

Qualifying federal programs include: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Federal Public Housing Assistance, and Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit.

Tribal Programs

Qualifying Tribal eligibility programs include: Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance, Tribal TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), and Head Start (for income-qualified households).

Note: Official benefit documentation may be required during the application process.

Safe Connections Act - Survivor Qualification

The Safe Connections Act provides eligibility for survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, or related crimes. Survivors may qualify for Lifeline benefits through one of the following:

Household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
Enrollment in WIC (Women, Infants, and Children Program)
Enrollment in Free or Reduced-Price School Lunch programs
Receipt of a Federal Pell Grant in the current award year

Privacy Protections: The Safe Connections Act includes important privacy protections for survivors. Temporary emergency Lifeline support is available to help survivors maintain connectivity while ensuring their safety and privacy.