What is the LIHEAP income limit in Minnesota?

Minnesota's LIHEAP heating-assistance income standard is 50% of state median income (LIHEAP Clearinghouse, FY2026 state plans, as of December 15, 2025). We could not confirm the dollar figure from a primary table, so we do not print one; Minnesota Commerce publishes it.

How much does LIHEAP pay in Minnesota?

Minnesota sets benefit amounts in its LIHEAP state plan; they depend on income, household size, energy costs, and fuel type, and change with each year's funding. Minnesota Commerce publishes the current benefit matrix. Payments usually go directly to your utility or fuel vendor.

How do I apply for LIHEAP in Minnesota?

Apply through Minnesota Commerce. Apply through your local Energy Assistance Provider. Visit https://mn.gov/commerce/consumers/consumer-assistance/energy-assistance/ or call 1-800-657-3710.

Do I Qualify for Energy Assistance in Minnesota?

LIHEAP FFY 2026: income limit and how to apply

Minnesota LIHEAP helps families pay heating and cooling bills. The heating-assistance income standard is 50% of state median income. We could not confirm the dollar figure for a family of 4 from a primary table, so we do not print one. Minnesota Commerce publishes the current limit.

Standard: LIHEAP Clearinghouse (HHS/ACF-funded), LIHEAP Income Eligibility for States and Territories, FY 2026, compiled from FY 2026 state plans, as of December 15, 2025.

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Income standard

50% SMI

Family of 4 limit

Ask the agency

Crisis standard

50% SMI

Paid to

Utility co.

Minnesota LIHEAP Income Limit

The FY 2026 state plan sets the heating standard at 50% of state median income. The ACF tables we rely on do not print a dollar figure for that standard, and we do not compute one we cannot check against a primary source.

Get the dollar limit for your household size from Minnesota Commerce.

Other Minnesota LIHEAP components (FY 2026 state plan)

Crisis: 50% of state median income
Weatherization: 50% of state median income

Source: LIHEAP Clearinghouse, FY 2026 income eligibility table, as of December 15, 2025.

How to Apply for LIHEAP in Minnesota

Apply through your local Energy Assistance Provider.

Benefit amounts are set in Minnesota's state plan each year and depend on income, household size, fuel type, and funding. Minnesota Commerce publishes the current benefit matrix; we do not estimate it.

Apply at Minnesota Commerce → Call 1-800-657-3710