Find out if you qualify for WIC in Massachusetts
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The WIC income limit in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts 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.
Massachusetts Special Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Massachusetts WIC provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to Massachusetts families who qualify. It is a short-term program with recipients usually receiving benefits from 6 months to a year.
The program covers pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be “at nutritional risk”.
What is the income limit for WIC in Massachusetts?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, WIC serves women, infants, and children in Massachusetts whose income is at or below 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 Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, children ages 1—4 receive $26 per month, while pregnant and postpartum women receive $47 per month, and breastfeeding women receive $52 per month.
How do I sign up for WIC in Massachusetts?
First, you need to complete the WIC pre-application process at Apply for WIC online . A representative will contact you with information on how to complete the process.
To schedule an appointment at the nearest clinic, call
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Massachusetts WIC
(800) 942-1007
Free Diapers for Low Income Families
Many Massachusetts communities have diaper banks or other free diaper programs. Families may receive up to 30 disposable diapers per month per child, but benefits may vary depending on where you live.
To apply for free diapers, you should either contact the diaper program directly, or contact the WIC office or other family service agency that distributes diapers for your local diaper bank.
Sources & notes
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Footnotes
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U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, WIC eligibility requirements . ↩
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