Check if you qualify for LIHEAP in Wisconsin

Enter your household size and monthly income to see if you qualify for LIHEAP in Wisconsin. Results are instant, nothing is stored.

For a household of 3, the income limit for LIHEAP in Wisconsin is $5,366 a month ($64,395 a year), which is 60% of state median income.

Applications are processed by Wisconsin Department of Administration.

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.

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) provides assistance to low-income households across the state to help lower the burden incurred with monthly energy costs.

WHEAP assistance is a one-time payment during the heating season, which runs from October 1 to May 15, that pays a portion of the heating costs.

In addition to regular heating and electric assistance, specialized services include:

Emergency fuel assistance,
Counseling for energy conservation and energy budgets,
Pro-active co payment plans,
Targeted outreach services,
Emergency furnace repair and replacement.

The amount of the energy assistance benefit varies depending on a variety of factors, including the household’s size, income, and energy costs.

What is the income limit for WHEAP?

Households are income-eligible for WHEAP when their gross income is equal to or less than 60% of the State Median Income (SMI) for their household size. The current guidelines are shown in the table below.

LIHEAP income limits by household size, Wisconsinites
Household Size	Income Limit
1	$3,322
2	$4,344
3	$5,366
4	$6,388
5	$7,411
6	$8,433
7	$8,624
8	$8,816

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

How do I apply for fuel assistance in Wisconsin?

To apply for fuel assistance (WHEAP) in Wisconsin, you must complete a Home Energy Plus application through the local WHEAP agency near you or apply online .

For more information on how to apply or to locate your local agency, please call

Wisconsin Department of Administration
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)
(866) 432-8947