Check if you qualify for LIHEAP in Arkansas

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For a household of 3, the income limit for LIHEAP in Arkansas is $3,974 a month ($47,691 a year), which is 60% of state median income.

Applications are processed by Arkansas Department of Energy & Environment.

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.

Arkansas Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

LIHEAP provides one-time financial assistance to eligible households to offset heating costs during winter season and cooling costs during summer months.

Arkansas LIHEAP offers two types of benefit payments:

Regular

This benefit provides payments directly to energy service providers once per program year. Eligible households may receive up to $570 for winter utility bills or $344 during summer.

Crisis

The crisis benefit is intended to assist households experiencing or in danger of experiencing a life threatening or health related emergency due to a heating or cooling issue.

What is the monthly income limit for LIHEAP in Arkansas?

Eligibility for LIHEAP in Arkansas is based on 60% of the state median income (SMI). The current income guidelines are shown in the table below.

LIHEAP income limits by household size, Arkansans
Household Size	Income Limit
1	$2,460
2	$3,217
3	$3,974
4	$4,731
5	$5,488
6	$6,245
7	$6,387
8	$6,529

LIHEAP income guidelines for the current federal fiscal year, which runs from October 1 through September 30.

When do I apply for LIHEAP in Arkansas?

LIHEAP applications are accepted on a first-come, first served basis typically from January 6 to March 31 for the regular winter program and July to September 30 for the summer program, with crisis assistance available until April 30 or until funds are depleted.

How do I apply for LIHEAP in Arkansas?

LIHEAP is operated by a network of local Community Action Agencies , which serves all 75 Arkansas counties. To apply for LIHEAP, you must contact the CBO that serves the county in which you live.

When applying for Arkansas LIHEAP, you may be asked to provide:

A photo ID for the applicant or utility account holder
Social Security information for household members, if available
Proof of household income
Proof of Arkansas residency
Copies of recent utility bills

Documentation requirements may vary based on household circumstances and the type of assistance requested. Contact the agency for instructions specific to their office.

Arkansas Department of Energy & Environment
LIHEAP Public Inquiries
(888) 233-0326