Find out if your child qualifies for KidsCare in Arizona
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For a household of 3, the KidsCare income limit for a child under 19 in Arizona is $5,236 a month ($62,836 a year), which is 230% of the federal poverty level.
KidsCare is the name of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in Arizona. This is an estimate based on income only. States can apply other rules, such as immigration status, and the Medicaid agency makes the final decision.
Arizona KidsCare
Arizona KidsCare is the state’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), which provides low-cost health insurance for eligible children under age 19 whose families earn too much to qualify for Medicaid (AHCCCS).
Children age 18 and younger can receive comprehensive health coverage through Arizona KidsCare, which includes medical, dental, and vision services combined into one coordinated plan.
Coverage includes doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, preventive services, dental checkups, and eye exams to support a child’s overall health.
What is the income limit for KidsCare in Arizona?
Arizona has one of the lowest income eligibility thresholds for CHIP in the nation at just 230% of the federal poverty level (AHCCCS sets the limit at 225%, plus a 5% income disregard).1 For a family of three, this equates to a monthly income of up to $5,236.
| Household Size | 230% Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $3,059 |
| 2 | $4,148 |
| 3 | $5,236 |
| 4 | $6,325 |
| 5 | $7,414 |
| 6 | $8,502 |
| 7 | $9,591 |
| 8 | $10,680 |
How much is KidsCare in Arizona?
According to AHCCCS, monthly premiums for KidsCare (CHIP) are suspended until further notice.2
Depending on your household income, KidsCare costs as low as $10 a month but no more than $50 a month for one child or no more than $70 a month no matter how many children are in the household. Those with income below 138% qualify for Medicaid with no monthly premium.
| FPL | PREMIUM 1 Child | PREMIUM 2 or more |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 138% | $0 | $0 |
| ≤ 150% | $10 | $15 |
| ≤ 175% | $40 | $60 |
| ≤ 230% | $50 | $70 |
Under federal law, Native Americans enrolled with a federally recognized tribe and certain Alaskan Natives do not have to pay a premium. Proof of tribal enrollment is required.
How do I apply for KidsCare in Arizona?
Families can apply for KidsCare through the state’s online portal, Health-e-Arizona Plus, or get free application assistance by contacting Cover Arizona at (800) 377-3536.
Footnotes
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Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, KidsCare and Eligibility Requirements, effective February 2026. ↩
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The information is provided for general guidance and is not legal or financial advice. The administering agency makes the final determination of eligibility and benefit amounts. To report an error, please contact us.
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