When applying for benefits, part of the requirement is your income. The state agency uses the Mississippi WIC income guidelines listed below to help determine if an applicant is eligible for the WIC program. A person or certain family members, who participate in other benefit programs such as SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF, automatically meet the WIC income eligibility requirements. If you are looking to apply for the WIC program and need to know all the requirements, how to apply for Mississippi WIC.
Mississippi WIC Income Guidelines
Current eligibility guidelines appear below. If your annual income is at or below the amount listed for your family size, then you can qualify for WIC assistance. Income listed is gross income, before taxes, insurance, or any other deductions.
Family Size | Per year | Per month | Per week |
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1 | $21,978 | $1,832 | $423 |
2 | $29,637 | $2,470 | $570 |
3 | $37,296 | $3,108 | $718 |
4 | $44,955 | $3,747 | $865 |
5 | $52,614 | $4,385 | $1,012 |
6 | $60,273 | $5,023 | $1,160 |
7 | $67,951 | $5,663 | $1,307 |
8 | $75,647 | $6,304 | $1,455 |
Each additional family member add: | +$7,696 | +$642 | +$148 |