Check if you qualify in Nebraska
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For a household of 3, the limit to apply in Nebraska is $4,212 a month (185% of the poverty level) and the limit to stay enrolled is $4,553 (200% of the poverty level).
This is an estimate based on gross monthly income and household size. It does not include copayments, waitlists, or other rules, and your state agency makes the final decision.
Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program
Nebraska’s Child Care Subsidy Program assists low-income families with the cost of child care through subsidy, while they work, attend school, or both.
The program helps pay for child care for children under age 13 whose families earning less than 185% of the federal poverty level. For a family of three, that’s about $4,212 or less per month.
What is the income limit for child care assistance in Nebraska?
According to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, LB 304, signed in April 2026, removed the sunset date on the expanded child care subsidy income limit of 185% of the federal poverty level.1
At renewal, your child care continues for another 12 months if your income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. If your income rises above that during the certification period, you stay eligible until the period ends as long as it is under 85% of State Median Income.2
| Household Size | 185% FPLInitial Eligibility | 200% FPLRedetermination |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $3,336 | $3,607 |
| 3 | $4,212 | $4,553 |
| 4 | $5,088 | $5,500 |
| 5 | $5,963 | $6,447 |
| 6 | $6,839 | $7,393 |
| 7 | $7,715 | $8,340 |
| 8 | $8,590 | $9,287 |
Families who are no longer income eligible for Aid to Dependent Children (ADC) may qualify for up to 24 months of “subsidized” child care under Transitional Child Care.
How much is the family fee for the child care subsidy in Nebraska?
Families pay a sliding-scale family fee set by the Nebraska Child Care Subsidy program. Your fee is given to you when your case is approved.
How do I apply for child care assistance in Nebraska?
The first step is to apply through Nebraska’s iServe and complete a phone interview. If you need help finding a child care provider, call.
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Child Care Resource and Referral
(800) 892-4453
Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
(855) 632-7633
Sources & notes
Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:
Footnotes
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Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Gov. Pillen, Senators, and Childcare Advocates Celebrate Signing of LB 304 , and the Nebraska Legislature, LB 304 , approved by the Governor April 14, 2026. ↩
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Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, 392 NAC Chapter 2-011.01, Transitional Child Care Family guidance (FPL and SMI amounts effective October 1, 2026). ↩
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The information is provided for general guidance and is not legal or financial advice. The administering agency makes the final determination of eligibility and benefit amounts. To report an error, please contact us.
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- Ada Hu