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Arizona LIHEAP

Check if you qualify for LIHEAP in Arizona

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For a household of 3, the income limit for LIHEAP in Arizona is $4,744 a month ($56,924 a year), which is 60% of state median income.

Applications are processed by Arizona Department of Economic Security.

This is an estimate: states can apply other rules, so check with your local LIHEAP agency. Limits are for the current federal fiscal year, October 1 through September 30.

Arizona Utility Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Applications are currently closed and no longer accepted after September 21, 2026. Dates for the next season have not been announced yet.

Arizona LIHEAP helps low-income households meet their home energy needs. The amount of assistance is based on household size, household income, fuel type, and type of residence.

LIHEAP provides both regular and crisis benefits. Crisis benefits are a separate form of assistance available to households experiencing an immediate energy-related emergency.

Households are income-eligible for LIHEAP when their gross income is at or below 60% of the state median income (SMI), with priority given to the elderly (60 and over), disabled and families with young children.

LIHEAP income limits by household size, Arizonans
Household SizeIncome Limit
1$2,937
2$3,840
3$4,744
4$5,647
5$6,551
6$7,454
7$7,624
8$7,793
LIHEAP income guidelines for the current federal fiscal year, which runs from October 1 through September 30.

Due to limited funding, the availability of LIHEAP assistance in Arizona is not guaranteed and is limited to once in a 12-month period.

How much does LIHEAP pay in Arizona?

According to the Arizona Department of Economic Security, eligible households may receive up to $640 a year and an additional $500 in supplemental benefits for applicable crisis situations in a 12-month period.1

How do I apply for LIHEAP in Arizona?

To apply for LIHEAP, contact the local Community Action Program  (CAP) in your area or apply online through DES Portal . A copy of your current utility bill, disconnection notice (if any), and proof of income are needed for eligibility determination.

Arizona Department of Economic Security
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
(866) 494-1981

Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:

Footnotes

  1. Arizona Department of Economic Security, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) . ↩

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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.

Figures on this page are compiled from the public sources cited above and may change; refer to the cited sources for the most current information.

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