Check if you qualify for LIHEAP in Louisiana

Enter your household size and monthly income to see if you qualify for LIHEAP in Louisiana. Results are instant, nothing is stored.

For a household of 3, the income limit for LIHEAP in Louisiana is $4,227 a month ($50,720 a year), which is 60% of state median income.

Applications are processed by Louisiana Housing Corporation.

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.

Louisiana Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)

Louisiana LIHEAP assists eligible households with the costs for heating during the winter months (November 15 to March 15), and cooling during the summer months (April 1 to September 30).

Families with incomes not more than 60% of the state median income may apply. That’s about $4,227 per month for a family of three.

Priority is given those who may be elderly, disabled, have families with children, and/or have the highest energy consumption.

LIHEAP income limits by household size, Louisianians
Household Size	Income Limit
1	$2,617
2	$3,422
3	$4,227
4	$5,032
5	$5,837
6	$6,642
7	$6,793
8	$6,944

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

How much does LIHEAP pay in Louisiana?

Eligible families can expect to receive an energy payment and/or in-kind benefit up to a maximum benefit amount of $800 or $1,000 for families in crisis, such as those facing a shutoff of their utility service.

How do I apply for LIHEAP in Louisiana?

If you need help paying your utility bills in Louisiana, contact one of these agencies that serves your area where you can get help with applications and crisis assistance.

Louisiana Housing Corporation
Energy Assistance Hotline
(888) 454-2001