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Find out if you qualify for LIHEAP in Florida

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For a household of 3, the income limit for LIHEAP in Florida is $4,541 a month ($54,493 a year), which is 60% of state median income.

Applications are processed by Florida Department of Commerce.

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.

LIHEAP Florida

LIHEAP Florida assist eligible low-income Florida households in meeting the costs of home heating during winter and cooling during summer. Preference is given to the elderly or disabled, families with children, and households with a high energy burden.

LIHEAP may help pay your natural gas or propane bill only in the winter, if gas or propane are your primary source to heat your home. The program, however, doesn’t pay for water, sewer or telephone services.

FAQ

Who is eligible for LIHEAP Florida?

Eligibility is determined by the local agency providing LIHEAP services in the county in which you live. In most cases, if you must meet the following requirements:

  1. Be a resident of Florida
  2. Be a U.S. Citizen, qualified alien or permanent resident of the U.S
  3. Be responsible for paying your home heating or cooling bills
  4. Have a total income no more than 60% of the Florida State Median Income (SMI)

What is the income limit for LIHEAP in Florida?

For a household of 3, the income limit in Florida is $4,541 a month ($54,493 a year), which is 60% of state median income.

LIHEAP income limits by household size, Floridians
Household SizeIncome Limit
1$2,811
2$3,676
3$4,541
4$5,406
5$6,271
6$7,136
7$7,298
8$7,460
LIHEAP income guidelines for the current federal fiscal year, which runs from October 1 through September 30, 2027.

How much will LIHEAP pay in Florida?

LIHEAP is not a monthly benefit. Depending on funding availability, you may receive assistance once a year or up to three times a year, with a maximum amount of $1,350 per household within a 12-month period.

If your household is approved for LIHEAP, funds will be applied directly to your energy utility account on your behalf.

How do I apply for LIHEAP in Florida?

Most local LIHEAP agencies require an appointment. You may contact your local LIHEAP provider to schedule an appointment or apply online through the Florida LIHEAP Portal.

Find Your Local LIHEAP Provider

Florida Department of Commerce
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
(850) 921-1030

SingleMotherGuide.com is an independent state-by-state reference guide and is not affiliated with any government agency. Program amounts and income limits are compiled from official federal and state sources, which are cited on the page, and are reviewed periodically and updated as those sources change.

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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