Check if you qualify for LIHEAP in South Dakota

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For a household of 3, the income limit for LIHEAP in South Dakota is $4,553 a month ($54,640 a year), which is 200% of the federal poverty level.

Applications are processed by South Dakota Department of Social Services.

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.

South Dakota Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

South Dakota LIEAP helps eligible low-income households pay for home heating costs, including electricity, natural gas, propane, and fuel oil used to heat the home.

Emergency assistance for households facing imminent utility shutoffs, critically low fuel supplies, or eviction is available through Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP).

In South Dakota, households are income-eligible for LIHEAP when their gross income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level for their household size.

LIHEAP income limits by household size, South Dakotans
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

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

Benefits range from $668 up to $3,437, depending on household income and energy costs. Priority is given to households with the highest needs or home energy costs in relation to their income.

How do I apply for energy assistance in South Dakota?

To apply for LIEAP, visit your local Department of Social Services office to obtain an application or call (800) 233-8503 to request an application be mailed to you.

The last day to submit your application is April 30. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.

South Dakota Department of Social Services
Office of Energy Assistance
(800) 233-8503

Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP)

If you have received a disconnect notice, you may apply for Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) any time from October 1 through March 31.

ECIP is part of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). To qualify for ECIP assistance, the household must be income eligible and in crisis, such as:

a current disconnection notice for the primary heat source;
required to provide cash-on-delivery, or delivery refusal with less than 20% in tank; or
received an eviction notice for non-payment if heat is included in rent or paid in addition to rent.

If at any time you receive a disconnect notice, or have less than 20% in of fuel remaining in your tank, call the Office of Energy Assistance at (800) 233-8503