Find out if you qualify for WIC in Florida
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The WIC income limit in Florida for a household of 4 counted for WIC is $5,088 a month ($61,050 a year), which is 185% of the federal poverty level. A pregnant woman counts as two people, so the unborn child is added to the household size.
The applicant must also live in Florida and have a nutritional need or risk, which a health professional determines at the WIC appointment. Amounts are estimates, and the WIC agency makes the final decision.
Florida Special Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Florida WIC helps eligible families in Florida by providing monthly benefits to buy healthy foods that supplement their diet, along with nutrition education, health screenings, and referrals to health care.
WIC serves low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, as well as infants and children under age 5 who meet WIC eligibility guidelines.
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for WIC:
- Live in Florida.
- Be a pregnant, postpartum or breastfeeding woman, an infant or a child under age 5.
- Have a household income less than 185% of the federal poverty level.
- Be certified to be “nutritionally at risk”.
What is the income limit for WIC in Florida?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, WIC is available to families whose income is at or below 185% of the poverty level.1 For example, a family of three may qualify with a monthly income of up to $4,212.
| Household Size | ANNUAL LIMIT | MONTLY LIMIT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,526 | $2,461 |
| 2 | $40,034 | $3,336 |
| 3 | $50,542 | $4,212 |
| 4 | $61,050 | $5,088 |
| 5 | $71,558 | $5,963 |
| 6 | $82,066 | $6,839 |
| 7 | $92,574 | $7,715 |
| 8 | $103,082 | $8,590 |
How long does WIC last in Florida?
In Florida, WIC benefits last for different lengths of time depending on who is receiving them:
- Pregnant women: through pregnancy and up to 6 weeks after birth
- Breastfeeding women: up to 12 months after childbirth
- Non-breastfeeding postpartum women: up to 6 months after childbirth
- Infants: from birth until their first birthday
- Children: from age 1 until their 5th birthday
WIC is not automatic. Participants must recertify periodically to continue receiving benefits.
How much does WIC pay per month in Florida?
Children ages 1—4 will now receive $26 per month, while pregnant and postpartum women receive $47 per month, and breastfeeding women receive $52 per month.
How do I apply for WIC in Florida?
To apply for WIC in Florida, please call (800) 922-3936 to find a WIC agency closest to you and schedule a certification appointment.
Florida Department of Health
Florida WIC
(800) 922-3936
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U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, WIC eligibility requirements . ↩
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