To be eligible for the WIC program in Alabama, you must meet certain requirements. These requirements include: being a pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum woman; having a child under the age of five who is at nutritional risk; or being a foster child under the age of five. You must also meet income guidelines, which are based on the federal poverty level. If you meet these requirements, you can apply for WIC at your local health department or WIC clinic.
Income Eligibility Guidelines for WIC in Alabama
To qualify for WIC in Alabama, applicants must meet specific income guidelines. These guidelines are based on the applicant’s gross income, which includes wages, salaries, tips, commissions, bonuses, and other forms of regular income.
The income eligibility guidelines for WIC in Alabama are updated annually. For the fiscal year 2023, the gross monthly income limits are as follows:
- Household Size Income Limit
- 1 $2,691
- 2 $3,617
- 3 $4,543
- 4 $5,469
- 5 $6,395
- 6 $7,321
- 7 $8,247
- 8 $9,173
- Each additional person $926
In addition to meeting the income guidelines, applicants must also meet other eligibility requirements, such as being a pregnant woman, a breastfeeding woman, or a child under the age of 5. Applicants must also reside in the state of Alabama.
| Household Size | Gross Monthly Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $2,691 |
| 2 | $3,617 |
| 3 | $4,543 |
| 4 | $5,469 |
| 5 | $6,395 |
| 6 | $7,321 |
| 7 | $8,247 |
| 8 | $9,173 |
| Each additional person | $926 |
Residency Requirements for WIC in Alabama
To qualify for WIC benefits in Alabama, you must meet the following residency requirements:
- You must live in Alabama.
- You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal resident.
- You must have a permanent address or be able to provide proof of homelessness.
Nutritional Risk
To qualify for WIC in Alabama, pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, as well as infants and children under the age of five, must be considered to be at nutritional risk. This means that they must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Have a low income.
- Be at nutritional risk due to medical or dietary conditions.
- Be at nutritional risk due to other factors, such as homelessness or lack of access to food.
Nutritional risk is assessed by a WIC nutritionist. The nutritionist will consider a variety of factors, including the applicant’s income, medical history, and dietary habits. If the applicant is determined to be at nutritional risk, they will be eligible for WIC benefits.
| Family Size | Monthly Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $1,825 |
| 2 | $2,434 |
| 3 | $3,044 |
| 4 | $3,653 |
| 5 | $4,263 |
| 6 | $4,872 |
| 7 | $5,482 |
| 8 | $6,092 |
Verification Documents
- To be eligible for WIC in Alabama, you must provide proof of identity, income, and residency.
Identity Verification
- Driver’s license
- State ID card
- Birth certificate
- Passport
- Tribal ID
- Military ID
Income Verification
- Pay stubs
- Social Security award letter
- SSI award letter
- TANF award letter
- Food stamp award letter
- Medicaid card
Residency Verification
- Lease agreement or mortgage statement
- Utility bill
- Voter registration card
- School enrollment records
- Bank statement
| Document Type | Required | Acceptable Forms | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity | Yes | Driver’s license, state ID card, birth certificate, passport, tribal ID, military ID< | |
| Income | Yes | Pay stubs, Social Security award letter, SSI award letter, TANF award letter, food stamp award letter, Medicaid card | |
| Residency | Yes | Lease agreement or mortgage statement, utility bill, voter registration card, school enrollment records, bank statement |