Find out if you qualify for WIC in Maine
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The WIC income limit in Maine 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 Maine 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.
Maine Special Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Maine WIC is a supplemental nutrition program designed to improve the health of nutritionally at-risk women, infants and children. It does this by providing nutrition and health education, healthy food and other services, at no cost, to families who qualify.
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for WIC:
- Live in Maine.
- Be a pregnant, postpartum or breastfeeding woman, an infant or a child under 5 years old.
- Have a household income less than 185% of the poverty threshold.
- Have a nutritional need or risk.
What is the income limit for WIC in Maine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, to be eligible on the basis of income, applicants must have a household income of less than or equal to 185% of the federal poverty level.1 That’s about $4,212 per month for a family of three.
| 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 much does WIC pay per month in Maine?
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 Maine?
To apply for WIC, contact your nearest WIC office serving your area. You will be asked to provide proper ID, proof of residence and information about your household income to help determine your eligibility.
Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Maine WIC
(800) 437-9300
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U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, WIC eligibility requirements . ↩
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