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District of Columbia Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the District of Columbia and you must need financial assistance with home energy costs.
A person who participates or has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, SSI, TANF, automatically meets the eligibility requirement.
In order to qualify, you must also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below 60 percent of the State Median Income:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $47,438 |
| 2 | $62,034 |
| 3 | $76,630 |
| 4 | $91,226 |
| 5 | $105,822 |
| 6 | $120,419 |
| 7 | $123,155 |
| 8 | $125,892 |
To apply for LIHEAP online, please visit the DC.gov District Department of the Environment website.
For additional application information, visit the EnergySmart DC page.
Visit the DC LIHEAP page to learn more. You may also visit the Energy Assistance Frequently Asked Questions page.
For detailed information on LIHEAP assistance, please contact your:
