LIHEAP Michigan
LIHEAP is a federal program that provides funding to states to help low-income households with energy costs. In Michigan, LIHEAP funds are used to support the following programs:
Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP)
Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) offers direct bill payment assistance and energy-related services to eligible low-income households.
The program is designed to help families pay their energy bills on time and reduce energy insecurity through long-term budgeting and efficiency education.
In Michigan, MEAP may serve households with income at or below 60% of the State Median Income (SMI) for their household size, or about $4,916 per month for a family of three.
| Household Size | Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $3,043 |
| 2 | $3,979 |
| 3 | $4,916 |
| 4 | $5,852 |
| 5 | $6,788 |
| 6 | $7,725 |
| 7 | $7,900 |
| 8 | $8,076 |
Starting in late 2025, a utility bill is no longer required to be past due for you to apply for MEAP services, though it remains a requirement for the related State Emergency Relief (SER) program.
State Emergency Relief (SER)
State Emergency Relief (SER) is a crisis intervention program that provides emergency assistance to income-eligible households who are in immediate danger of being without heat.
Eligibility for the crisis assistance is limited to households with income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level, or about $3,415 per month for a family of three.
| Household Size | Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $1,995 |
| 2 | $2,705 |
| 3 | $3,415 |
| 4 | $4,125 |
| 5 | $4,835 |
| 6 | $5,545 |
| 7 | $6,255 |
| 8 | $6,965 |
The program is available all year long through MI Bridges . Eligibility is stricter than MEAP and is based on immediate need such as a past-due notice, shutoff notice, or being nearly out of deliverable fuel.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
(855) 275-6424
Home Heating Credit
Home Heating Credit is a state credit available to eligible homeowners or renters to help pay for their heating bills. The Michigan Department of Treasury determines eligibility and makes the payments.1
| Exemptions | Standard Allowance |
|---|---|
| 1 | $604 |
| 2 | $815 |
| 3 | $1,027 |
| 4 | $1,239 |
| 5 | $1,451 |
| 6 | $1,663 |
This credit is available to households with income at or below 110% of the federal poverty level. For a family of three, that’s about $2,504 per month.
| Household Size | Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $1,463 |
| 2 | $1,984 |
| 3 | $2,504 |
| 4 | $3,025 |
| 5 | $3,546 |
| 6 | $4,066 |
| 7 | $4,587 |
| 8 | $5,108 |
To apply for a credit, eFile your claim at MIfastfile.org before September 30 deadline or by calling the Michigan Department of Treasury at (517) 636-4486.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Michigan’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) provides free home energy conservation services to low-income Michigan homeowners and renters.
WAP services typically include:
- Wall Insulation.
- Attic Insulation and Ventilation.
- Foundation Insulation.
- Air Leakage Reduction.
- Smoke Detectors.
- Dryer Venting.
In Michigan, only households with income less than 200% of the federal poverty level qualify for the program. For a family of three, that’s about $4,553 per month.
| Household Size | Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $2,660 |
| 2 | $3,607 |
| 3 | $4,553 |
| 4 | $5,500 |
| 5 | $6,447 |
| 6 | $7,393 |
| 7 | $8,340 |
| 8 | $9,287 |
Weatherization services in Michigan are delivered by local agencies. To get started, find a local weatherization provider throughout Michigan using the County map here .
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Weatherization Assistance Program
(866) 590-4377
Sources & notes
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- Ada Hu